Geely is raising the stakes in the D-segment SUV market with the Monjaro EM-i, a plug-in hybrid that is now the brand’s biggest and most advanced SUV. It is Geely’s first large plug-in hybrid, with a claimed electric range of up to 170 kilometers and a total range of more than 1,100 kilometers.
The Monjaro EM-i is not an entirely new model. It is an export version of the Geely Xingyue L, built in China since 2021. The SUV is already on sale in Russia, the Middle East and Africa. Industry sources describe the Monjaro EM-i as an international version of a proven platform.
CarNewsChina reports that the Monjaro EM-i is Geely’s first export model to feature an electric all-wheel-lead system powered by two electric motors.
The design breaks sharply from Geely’s older, softer styling, with straight lines and a large chrome grille. Oversized headlights give the front a distinctive look. Inside, the cabin features a 15.4-inch digital instrument cluster and a 25.6-inch central display. It pairs classic shapes with modern luxury, including crystal-finished controls on the center console. The suede-like front seats offer massage and ventilation, with heating for both rows.
The Monjaro EM-i rides on Geely’s GEA-Evo platform, designed from the outset for new energy vehicles. The architecture gives designers more space and supports different powertrains. Its GEEA 3.0 electronic system adds driving features and safety equipment. The result is a roomy, comfortable SUV with extensive technology.
Moniteur Automobile lists the Monjaro EM-i at about 4.80 meters long, 1.895 meters wide and 1.70 meters tall. The hybrid setup pairs a 1.5-liter turbo engine with two electric motors, producing a total of 305 kW, or 409 horsepower. Geely has not released final European WLTP-certified specifications for power, battery or range. Figures from other markets may differ from those for Europe.
VNExpress reports that one export version has a 29.8 kWh battery, an electric range of up to 130 km, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds and a total range of up to 1,100 km. These figures may vary by test cycle and market; official European data is still pending.
The EM-i Super Hybrid system uses a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, two electric motors and a battery of up to 40 kWh. Geely says the setup gives the Monjaro EM-i an electric-only range of up to 170 kilometers under the WLTP standard and a total range of 1,137 kilometers. The battery supports V2L and V2V charging at up to 6.6 kW, allowing the SUV to power external devices or charge another car.
Geely has moved quickly in Spain, launching the E2 and E5, followed by the Starray EM-i, in under a year. The Monjaro EM-i takes the flagship spot and puts the brand in contention for buyers seeking size, range and technology. Its launch follows the arrival of other Chinese SUVs, including the Zeekr 9X, which also targeted Europe’s established brands with strong specifications and sharp pricing.
For Spanish drivers considering a hybrid SUV, the Monjaro EM-i offers long range, advanced interior technology and flexible charging. The model is set to debut at the Paris Motor Show, a test of Geely’s European plans. If Geely delivers on its specifications, the SUV could set a new benchmark for plug-in hybrids in Europe.
