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There is a big boost coming for a popular budget plug-in hybrid SUV, with Geely revealing the pricing and specifications for its updated Starray EM-i.
The mid-size Starray will continue to start from $37,490 (before on-road costs), but the top-spec model will now cost $1500 more, starting at $41,490.
The main change for the car is the addition of a significantly bigger battery in the range-topping model.
The new 30kWh unit is up from 18kWh, boosting total driving range by 53km to 996km. Electric-only driving range has also increased from 83km to 136km.
This battery comes with improved charging times at 60kW, enabling DC charging from 30-80 per cent in 16 minutes.
It also has better fuel efficiency when the battery is charged, now offering 1.4L/100km, down from 2.4L/100km.
There have been other minor upgrades to the car, such as massaging front seats and towing enhacements.
The updated Starray EM-i will continue to take on other Chinese PHEV rivals such as the more expensive BYD Sealion 6 and similarly priced Chery Tiggo 7, as well as the MG HS and the GWM Haval H6.
It still gets the same 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine and dual electric motor set-up, producing 160kW and 262Nm as on the previous model.
It keeps a 15.4-inch central touchscreen and 10.2-inch digital display, along with wireless and wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The top-spec model receives a 13.6-inch head-up display and wireless phone charging functionality.
The car will be available in dealerships from the end of this month.
It comes at a time when Geely continues to grow its lineup Down Under, with the budget-focused EX2 electric hatchback and the Toyota Camry-rivalling Emgrand PHEV sedan coming soon.
2027 Geely Starray EM-i pricing Australia
| Variant | Price (before on-road costs) |
| Complete | $37,490 |
| Inspire | $41,490 |
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