Geely Starray EM-i Complete 2026 review: snapshot

Geely’s follow-up to its first Australian model follows a familiar pattern. The new Starry EM-i is a similar-sized SUV to the EX5, but instead of an all-electric powertrain this new model is a plug-in hybrid. 

It’s powered by a naturally aspirated 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that pairs with an electric motor for a combined output of 193kW.

Backed up by an 18.4kWh lithium-iron phosphate battery, the electric motor provides a claimed EV-only range of 83km, which is good for a PHEV but no longer class-leading. When driven in ‘hybrid’ mode, fuel consumption is rated at just 2.4L/100km on the combined cycle. 

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Like the value-led EX5, the Starray EM-i is priced very competitively. The Starray Complete starts from just $37,490 (plus on-road costs), and comes well-equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights and tail-lights, keyless entry and ignition, power adjustable front seats with heating and a multimedia system through a 15.4-inch display.

While the Inspire adds 19-inch alloys, a panoramic sunroof, power tailgate, ambient interior lighting and a 16-speaker, 1000-watt premium sound system to really ram home Geely’s value push.