Geely targets budget EV buyers with sub-$27K EX2

GEELY Auto Australia has confirmed pricing for its incoming EX2 electric hatch, with the Chinese challenger set to arrive in local showrooms this month from $26,490 plus on-road costs.

 

The entry price places the EX2 in direct competition with the likes of the same-segment BYD Atto 1 (from $23,990 + ORC), and slightly larger BYD Dolphin (from $29,990 + ORC) and GAC Aion UT (from $31,990 + ORC).

 

The aggressively priced two-variant range positions the EX2 among Australia’s most affordable battery-electric passenger vehicles, with the flagship Inspire priced at $30,990 + ORC.

 

Further sweetening the deal, Geely is offering early buyers a complimentary 7kW home charger, premium paint, and a 0.68 per cent comparison-rate finance package on 36-month terms for vehicles ordered and delivered between 12 July and 31 August.

 

The pricing strategy signals Geely’s intent to target first-time EV buyers and value-conscious motorists looking to transition from conventional light cars without a significant price premium.

 

Geely says the EX2 was the world’s best-selling small EV and China’s overall best-selling passenger vehicle in 2025 and expects that success to translate into strong local demand following what it describes as significant interest generated during its national dealer roadshow.

 

The entry-level EX2 Complete is powered by a rear-mounted 60kW/150Nm electric motor fed by a 35.3kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, providing a claimed WLTP driving range of up to 252km.

 

Stepping up to the Inspire brings an 85kW rear electric motor and larger 47.1kWh LFP battery, extending claimed driving range to 345km (WLTP).

 

Both variants employ rear-wheel drive and a multi-link independent rear suspension arrangement, a configuration Geely says delivers superior ride and handling compared with the torsion beam setups commonly found in the light car segment.

 

Australian-bound examples have also received a local suspension calibration developed in conjunction with Geely Technology Europe to better suit European and Australian road conditions.

 

While keenly priced, the EX2 arrives with an extensive standard equipment list.

 

Even the entry-level Complete features a 14.6-inch central touchscreen with embedded satellite navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster, powered front seats, LED lighting, and four selectable drive modes.

 

Safety equipment is equally comprehensive, with seven airbags and a broad suite of advanced driver assistance technologies including autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, emergency lane keeping assist, and evasive manoeuvre assist.

 

The Inspire grade adds alloy wheels, a power tailgate, heated front seats and steering wheel, wireless phone charging, ambient lighting, a six-speaker audio system, and a 360-degree surround-view camera.

 

Geely says the EX2 also aims to redefine expectations around interior packaging in the light car class, offering a 70-litre front luggage compartment, 375-litre rear boot, more than 30 cabin storage areas and 28 litres of under-seat storage.

 

Connected vehicle services will become available from August, with remote vehicle functions including climate control, charging management, and vehicle status accessible through the Geely smartphone app for the first 24 months.

 

With a sub-$27,000 starting price, generous standard equipment levels and a suite of launch incentives, the EX2 shapes as one of the strongest value propositions yet from Geely as the Chinese marque looks to establish itself in Australia’s increasingly competitive affordable EV market.

 

2026 Geely EX2 pricing*:

 

Complete (a)	$26,490	New variant
Inspire (a)	$30,990	New variant

*Pricing excludes on-road costs.