Geely Auto took center stage at the Auto China 2026 to showcase brand-new products and cutting edge technologies. The brand unveiled their “Galaxy Light” 2nd Generation Concept model and their first dedicated off-road new energy vehicle architecture. Geely’s recently debuted i-HEV intelligent hybrid system was also prominently highlighted at Geely Auto’s exhibition demonstrating the brand’s all-round leadership in the era of intelligent electrification. A full line-up of Geely Auto’s best-selling models were on display including the Galaxy M9, Galaxy V900, Xingyao (Starshine) 8, Xingyue L (Monjaro) i-HEV, Galaxy M7, and StarWish (EX5).
“Galaxy Light” 2nd Generation Concept Car Debuts
Making its global debut, the “Galaxy Light” 2nd Generation Concept highlighted the elevation of Geely’s aesthetics in the era of intelligent electrification. The “Galaxy Light” 2nd Generation advances the brand’s “Ripple Aesthetics” design philosophy—shifting from mere technical expression to the expression of intrinsic value, and elevating the design to a realm of sophisticated luxury. Guided by the vision of “Chinese Design, Global Aesthetics,” this concept drives the brand forward, pushing the mission of “building intelligent, refined cars for everyone” to new dimensions of value and redefining high-value in the intelligent electric era.
The “Galaxy Light” 2nd Generation exterior exudes a majestic and sophisticated beauty. The vehicle’s overall stance captures the spirit of a “tiger raising its head,” giving the “Galaxy Light” a poised, commanding, and flagship-worthy presence. The “Galaxy Starfall Grille” evolves from the gentle ripples of light into the surging, powerful momentum of a “starfall.” Along the vehicle’s profile, a pair of flowing character lines stretch gracefully across the bodywork; building upon the gentle, refined aura of the first-generation concept, these lines infuse the new “Galaxy Light” with a sense of strength, mirroring the momentum of the era. The “Flying Eaves” headlights—commanding and tiger-like in their gaze—house an integrated “Crystal Blade” beam lighting system. Through interplay of crystal materials and high-tech textures, they reveal flagship-class grandeur amidst the shifting dance of light and shadow. The “Dawning Sun” taillights capture the poetic imagery of a sunrise while infusing it with a starry-sky ambiance.
The new “Galaxy Light” cabin design places warm, human-centric technology at the forefront to deliver a truly premium luxury experience. The vehicle’s interior draws inspiration from the morning light over Hangzhou’s West Lake, creating an atmosphere that evokes the harmonious radiance of heaven and earth. By blending the warmth of wood with the crystalline clarity of crystal, natural materials and intelligent technology are seamlessly integrated into a unified whole. Intelligent lighting simulates the shifting moods of the sky—from sunny to overcast—while multi-zone climate control mirrors the seasonal transitions of warmth and cold. Furthermore, the integration of cutting-edge “Oxygen Cabin” technology collectively creates a private cabin environment that engages every sense. In addition, unique design elements—such as the “Three Pools Mirroring the Moon” audio system, “Chinese Chair” seating, the “Rippling Collection” center console, and auspicious “Jiwen” patterns—infuse the cabin with the poetic imagery of traditional Chinese culture. These features underscore the confidence and composure of the Eastern aesthetic, pioneering a new trend in global new energy vehicle design.
The World’s First Native New Energy Off-Road Architecture
At the auto show, Geely Auto unveiled the world’s first native new energy off-road vehicle architecture. The new architecture represents the culmination of 40 years of technical expertise and a global strategic vision. Empowered by Geely’s comprehensive AI ecosystem, it features capabilities such as AI-driven intelligent torque distribution, intelligent all-terrain modes, one-touch intelligent vehicle recovery, and AI-assisted active body posture adjustment. The new architecture strikes a perfect balance between performance and energy efficiency, off-roading capability and urban comfort, and safety and intelligence— earning it the undisputed title of “King of AI All-Terrain Architectures.”
The native NEV design of the architecture achieves a harmonious balance between extreme off-road capability and refined urban comfort. The high-efficiency layout of the battery, motor and electronic control unit minimizes intrusion into the cabin and maximizing both passenger and cargo space. Comprehensive safety for off-road driving is ensured through features such as a recessed battery design and a six-layer protective structure at the battery’s base. A 50:50 front-to-rear axle load distribution ensures balanced traction across all four wheels, resulting in sharper and more predictable handling. Furthermore, a design that physically separates the fuel, electrical, and cooling systems eliminates fire hazards associated with intermingling fluids and high-voltage components, providing an elevated level of safety assurance. Additionally, this architecture provides ample space to accommodate larger battery packs and fuel tanks.
In terms of off-road performance, vehicles developed on the architecture come with high-power P3 motor at the front and dual independent P4 in-wheel motors at the rear. This configuration delivers a combined output exceeding 1,000 horsepower and a 0–100 km/h acceleration time in the four-second range—performance comparable to luxury vehicles costing millions. The three-motor system works in tandem with the vehicle’s comprehensive sensing system to enable intelligent, AI-driven torque distribution to each wheel. The rear differential lock can rapidly and intelligently engage the dual rear motors, allowing the vehicle to easily extricate itself from complex off-road situations. Moreover, features such as an integrated body-on-frame chassis, double-wishbone suspension at both the front and rear, and a dedicated off-road thermal management system ensure superior off-road passability and excellent handling dynamics. Geely’s native new-energy off-road architecture fundamentally transforms the off-roading experience from the ground up and ensure new-energy off-roading no longer requires any compromises.
Geely i-HEV Intelligent Hybrid Technology
The unveiling of Geely’s i-HEV Intelligent Hybrid Technology has emerged as a major highlight at the auto show. This technology seamlessly integrates world-class powertrain systems with cutting-edge electric powertrain technology. Geely’s i-HEV leverages five key advantages—being “smarter, more energy-efficient, higher-performing, safer, and more reliable”—to delivers a revolutionary new AI-driven hybrid driving experience to users.
Empowered by the “Full-Domain AI 2.0” ecosystem, the Geely i-HEV Intelligent Hybrid system is built upon the dedicated GEEA 3.0 intelligent electronic and electrical architecture. It marks the debut application of the “Xingrui AI Cloud Power 2.0” large-scale model and fully incorporates the latest advancements in AI digital chassis technology. Furthermore, thanks to the “Joule Project” energy-saving development system and other improvements, the engine achieves a thermal efficiency of 48.41%, ranking first globally among mass-produced engines and offering a fuel consumption rate 12% lower than the industry benchmark. During real-world testing, the Emgrand i-HEV intelligent hybrid achieved a comprehensive fuel consumption of just 2.22 liters per 100 kilometers, setting a new Guinness World Record.
In terms of performance, the Geely i-HEV intelligent hybrid system delivers a motor power output of up to 230 kW—1.72 times that of other benchmark hybrid systems. It is capable of operating in pure electric mode at speeds up to 66 km/h, offering a more pronounced electric driving sensation, faster acceleration, lower NVH levels, and a smoother ride experience, making it the hybrid system with the strongest “electric feel” in the world.
The safety and reliability of the Geely i-HEV intelligent hybrid system is world-class. It incorporates patented power redundancy safety technology, the “Aegis” battery safety system, and other cutting-edge technologies to ensure vehicle safety. The flat, liquid-cooled hybrid-specific battery features a design that exceeds standard requirements and has undergone validation tests far beyond the norm, allowing it to meet the new global standards for battery safety ahead of schedule. The Geely i-HEV intelligent hybrid underwent 15,000 hours of bench durability testing—equivalent to a vehicle mileage of approximately 4.8 million kilometers—exceeding the global standards set by Japanese manufacturers by over 20%. Simultaneously, the “NordThor” electric hybrid system—which shares its technical lineage with the Geely i-HEV—has already been deployed in over 1.15 million vehicles, accumulating a total mileage of nearly 25.4 billion kilometers; its reliability has been thoroughly validated by users worldwide.
Furthermore, the Geely i-HEV intelligent hybrid system has received certification from seven authoritative industry bodies. These include the CAERI’s “Hybrid System Reliability: Iron Man Heptathlon Durability” certification, the CAERI’s “World’s First HEV Model: Frontal 18° Offset Triple-Collision” safety certification, and the Guinness World Record for the “World’s Lowest Fuel Consumption Challenge for an HEV Model.” These accolades fully validate its core strengths in intelligence, energy efficiency, safety, and reliability.
Deepening Synergy via the “One Geely” Strategy
Driven by the deepened synergy of the “One Geely” strategy, Geely has achieved improvements in both sales volume and brand value. During the first-quarter of 2026, Geely Auto sales reached 709,358 units, making the brand the leader among Chinese automotive brands. Geely’s Star product series continued to buck the trend of slowing ICE sales; its cumulative sales in 2025 surpassed 1.2141 million units, allowing it to be named the best-selling Chinese-brand ICE passenger vehicle series for nine consecutive years. The Geely Galaxy series, launched just three years ago, reached a cumulative sales volume of over 2 million units in a mere 37 months, becoming the fastest new energy vehicle brand reach that milestone.
Spanning the market from ICE and PHEV vehicles to BEV models, Geely Auto has established a diversified strategic layout that has allowed the brand to flourish across multiple fronts. The company has also taken the lead in building a comprehensive multi-energy powertrain technology ecosystem—encompassing pure electric, hybrid, range-extended, methanol-powered, battery-swapping, and high-efficiency fuel technologies.
Geely Accelerates Its 2026 Product Strategy
At the autoshow, Geely Auto officially announced that its newest Galaxy M7 long-range hybrid model is set to launch on April 28. Built upon the new GEA Evo new-energy vehicle architecture, the vehicle features the “ShenDun Golden” battery, offering a pure-electric range of up to 225 km and a comprehensive range of 1,730 km. Achieving an impressive “Moose Test” result at 81 km/h, it promises to deliver a driving experience that exceeds the expectations of many users.
Geely Auto also unveiled the Galaxy M9 s “Black Gold Intelligent Radiance Edition” at the autoshow. This bespoke variant of the Galaxy M9 is the first Galaxy brand model to come with the “G-ASD H7” intelligent driving solution. In addition, the Galaxy’s mid-size premium hybrid sedan—the Geely Galaxy Xingyao (Starshine) 7—has begun accepting global pre-orders. This new model offers a comprehensive improvement across five key dimensions—design, cabin experience, driving dynamics, safety, and intelligence— redefining the value standards of the mid-size new-energy sedan segment.
Geely’s i-HEV intelligent hybrid technology is set to be fully integrated across Geely Auto’s lineup; In 2026, Geely Auto plans to successively launch 4 to 5 all-new intelligent hybrid models. Popular models such as the Xingrui, Xingyue L, Boyue, and Emgrand will continue to undergo iterative upgrades to further solidify their market positions. This strategy aims to not only maintain Geely’s ten-year consecutive sales leadership among Chinese domestic brands but also to challenge the position of sales leader across the entire ICE vehicle market—including all global brands.
