The automaker "Geely" began its activity relatively recently, in 1986. Starting with the production of refrigerators, he later began to produce Geely cars. The lineup (photo can be seen below) over the past time replenished with several car models. Most of them are suitable for city streets. One model is an SUV.
How cars appeared Geely
As mentioned above, Gili began operating in China in 1986. And its first products are scooters. The economic conditions in the country led to the fact that the company was forced to diversify its business.
Following an agreement with the Honda automaker in 1992, Geely began producing scooters and motorbikes under their license. Already in 1997, the company's specialists developed their own engine for a scooter. The same year is considered the beginning of car production.
The symbolic date for the company was August 9, 1998. On this day, the first car came off the assembly line of the enterprise. It happened in Linghai. The company gained worldwide fame and was able to open branches in other countries.
In 2003, the first Geely cars were shipped for export. The lineup is annually replenished with 1-2 new models.
Passenger models
Geely cars (photos are presented in the article) for the most part belong to the class of cars. And they are made in sedan or hatchback bodies . The lineup is as follows:
- The Geely Haoqing hatchback was produced between 1998 and 2005. One-liter engine, gasoline, with 3 cylinders. Power 52 l. from. Front-wheel drive.
- From 2000 to 2009 produced by Geely MR. Five-door hatchback, 1.5 gasoline, 94 l. from. Front-wheel drive.
- Coupe "Gili-Beauty-Leopard" was produced from 2005 to 2006. Motor - 1.3 liters, gasoline, 4 cylinders, 86 liters. from.
- 2008-2016 produced by Geely Vision. Five-door sedan. 1.5 liters, gasoline, 106 liters. with., front-wheel drive.
- Five-door hatchback Geely LC (Panda) Cross (since 2008). 1.3 L petrol engine, 84 L from. Manual transmission.
- Gili-MK (2008-2015). Five-door sedan. Two generations: 2008-2014 and 2013-2015
- The 5-door hatchback Gili-Emgrand-EC7 has been in production since 2009. Gasoline, 1.8 L, manual transmission. Accelerates to hundreds in 12.8 seconds.
- Geely LC (Panda) (2012-present). Five-door hatchback. Motor - 1.0 L gasoline, manual transmission. It has 4 modifications.
- Since 2012, Geely SC7 cars have also been produced. This is a 5-door sedan. Motor - 1.8 l. Manual transmission. Front-wheel drive.
- Another five-door sedan appeared in 2013 - "Gili-Emgrand-EU8." Gasoline two-liter engine. Front-wheel drive.
- The Geely GC6 sedan appeared in 2014. Gasoline, 1.5 liters Options basic and comfort.
- Since 2015, the Geely GC9 sedan, 1.8 liters of gasoline, with a capacity of 163 liters has been produced. from. Automatic transmission.
- In the current year 2016, the sedan "Jili-Emgrand-7" entered the market. It is produced in three trim levels: standard, comfort, luxury.
Company minivans
Only one model belongs to this group - Geely EV8. It began to be produced in 2010. Its capacity is seven passengers and a driver. 2.4 L petrol engine, four-cylinder, with 16 valves. Power 163 l. with., front-wheel drive. Transmission of your choice - mechanical or automatic with 6 gears. The dimensions of the car are as follows: length - 4.84 m, width - 1.83 m, height - 1.75 m.
Crossovers "Geely"
This group includes the following cars:
- "Geely-Emgrand-X7." It has a few more names: "Gili-Emgrand" EX7 or GX7. 2 types of gasoline engines are installed: 2.0 liters (139 liters. From.) And 2.4 liters (158 liters. From.). Gearbox with 5 gears, respectively mechanical or automatic. Front-wheel drive.
- Geely Vision SUV, also known as "Gili-Vision-X6", "Gili-NL-4" and "Gili-Emgrand-X6". Powertrain 1.8 l (133 hp) and 1.3 liter turbo (133 hp). Manual or robotic gearbox.
- Geely Emgrand Boyue cars were previously called the " Geely -NL-3." Powertrain 2.0 L and 2.4 L. Power respectively 141 liters. from. and 184 liters from. Gearbox options: 5MKPP, 6MKPP and 5AKPP.
- "Geely-MK-Cross," created on the basis of a car. Petrol engine 1.5 l, 94 l. S., 5MKPP.
SUVs
Individual Geely cars belong to the class of SUVs. This group includes:
- Gili-Emsgrand-EX8 with a capacity of 5 or 7 seats. Engine 2.4 liters (gasoline) 162 liters. from. Manual or automatic transmission.
- "Gili-Emgrand-EX9", which entered the market in 2011. Installed 2.4 liter engine, gasoline, with a capacity of 150 liters. from. Four-wheel drive. Automatic transmission.
- Geely EP9 produced in the back of a pickup truck. Two engine options: diesel 2.2 liters, 148 liters. from. and gasoline 2.4 liters, 162 liters. from. There are also two drive options : front or full.
What kind of Geely cars are they?
Reviews of car owners note the conformity of the build quality of the car to its price. They note a comfortable lounge, good visibility, convenience, good maneuverability. Another plus is the low fuel consumption even when driving around the city and frequent idle in traffic jams.
Of the shortcomings note the interior. Many do not like the design inside the car. The plastic used in the cabin is of poor quality and breaks quickly. In the cold, it begins to creak.
Another minus is that the engine is working loudly. Poor insulation.
A car is often purchased in those cases when they want a new car for a small amount. And the quality of Chinese products in this case is even nothing. Many buyers expect the worst.
You can sit behind the wheel in comfort. This is indicated by drivers of small stature. Those above have some inconvenience. During a long trip, your back becomes numb.
It is convenient to drive and park around the city. And the expense is pleasantly pleasing. The city takes about 8 liters. Good review.
Pleasantly pleased car owners service centers. Under warranty, it is possible to replace individual parts that fail. For example, there are frequent cases of replacing headlights, as they fog up periodically. They also install a new battery.
As car owners note, Gili cars are fully consistent with the price category to which they belong. And the drivers who choose this car are ready for this and always note this moment in their reviews.