The Geely Starray blends a sleek, modern exterior with a comfortable, well-appointed cabin that feels more upscale than its price suggests. It offers a composed, user-friendly driving experience with thoughtful tech and space that make it a practical choice for everyday family and city use.
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The Geely Starray arrives as a cleanly styled plug-in hybrid SUV with crisp surfacing and a confident stance. Its broad 1905 mm width and taut proportions give it presence without shouting, more modern understatement than overt aggression. Beneath the body sits a front‑wheel‑drive layout tuned for security and ease, not theatrics. It is offered in EM‑i Pro, Pro+ and Max+ versions, covering equipment and battery options without complicating the choice.
Inside, the Starray mixes soft‑touch materials with sturdy switchgear, delivering a cabin that feels solid for the money. Seat comfort is generous up front, with a relaxed driving position that suits long commutes as well as school runs. The big central screen looks sharp, but key functions hide in menus and the small icons can be fiddly on the move. A handful of physical shortcuts help, yet the interface sometimes responds a beat late, which adds to distraction on busy roads.
Space is a highlight: rear passengers enjoy outstanding legroom and a near‑flat floor, making it easier to accommodate three across. Families benefit from a large 528‑litre boot with a useful adjustable floor, so a weekly shop or a couple of large suitcases fit without drama. The backrest folds 60:40, but there’s no ski pass‑through or remote release, so flexibility trails the best in class. Isofix points are easy to access, with three available in some markets including the front passenger seat.
The Starray’s party piece is its WLTP all‑electric range of 83–136 km, meaning many commutes can be completed without using fuel. Real‑world energy use sits at 14.7–18.3 kWh/100 km, so regular home charging can keep running costs low. It is one of the rare PHEVs to offer DC fast charging via CCS at roughly 30–60 kW depending on battery, trimming top‑ups on longer days. Official CO₂ is 33–54 g/km, attractive for company‑car tax and city access rules. If the battery runs flat and you don’t plug in, consumption rises notably, as with any PHEV. Regeneration strength is mild and adjusted in menus, so one‑pedal‑like deceleration isn’t on the cards.
With 262 hp (193 kW) and 0–100 km/h in about 8.0–8.2 seconds, performance is brisk on paper and perfectly adequate in practice. The electric side delivers smooth, quiet pull‑away in town, which suits its relaxed character. Press on and the 1.5‑litre four‑cylinder sounds coarse under heavy load, and the suspension can fidget over small imperfections before gently floating over longer waves. At motorway pace there’s noticeable road and wind noise, though the car remains stable and predictable. Steering and chassis are tuned for safety and ease, so keen drivers will find little in the way of engagement.
A comprehensive assistance suite is standard or widely available, including adaptive cruise, lane keeping and a helpful 360‑degree camera that simplifies tight parking. These systems tend to intervene early and warn often, and switching some of them off requires digging into submenus. The infotainment graphics are crisp, yet the layout is nested and the touch targets are small, which can frustrate in daily use. Voice control works for basics but struggles with more natural requests, nudging you back to the screen. When the helpers and cameras are doing their thing, however, urban maneuvering feels pleasantly low‑stress.
Geely pitches the Starray aggressively, bundling generous equipment and undercutting many rivals on like‑for‑like spec. The long manufacturer warranty adds peace of mind and bolsters residual confidence over time. For buyers who can charge at home or work, the extended electric running dramatically lowers day‑to‑day costs. Efficiency Class B and low official CO₂ help fleet users as well as private owners navigating local emissions rules.
The Starray suits commuters with regular charging, families needing lots of rear legroom, and company‑car drivers seeking low CO₂ with high electric use. It rewards a measured driving style and a plug‑first routine, delivering quiet, low‑cost miles and easygoing manners. Enthusiastic drivers, those sensitive to motorway noise, and control purists who want more physical buttons may find better fits elsewhere. If the brief reads “spacious, electrified and rational,” this plug‑in hybrid hits the brief with an electric range that stands out in its class.
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
28,300 - 32,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 18.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 136 km
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Battery Capacity
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co2
33 - 54 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,730 - 1,815 kg
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Trunk capacity
528 L
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Length
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Width
1,905 mm
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
435 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
262 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 8.2 s
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Max Speed
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Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
193 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Geely
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The Geely Starray is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.
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