Geely Galaxy E8
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Geely Auto |
Production | 2024–present |
Assembly | China: Qiantang, Hangzhou |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Mid-size car (D) |
Body style | 4-door fastback sedan |
Layout | |
Platform | PMA2+ platform |
Related | Zeekr 007 |
Powertrain | |
Electric motor | Permanent magnet synchronous |
Power output | 200–475 kW (272–646 PS; 268–637 hp) |
Battery | 62 kWh Sunwoda LFP 76 kWh Quzhou Jidian LFP |
Electric range | 550–665 km (342–413 mi) (CLTC) |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,925 mm (115.2 in) |
Length | 5,010 mm (197 in) |
Width | 1,920 mm (76 in) |
Height | 1,465 mm (57.7 in) |
Curb weight | 1,905–2,150 kg (4,200–4,740 lb) |
The Geely Galaxy E8 (Chinese:
Overview
[edit]A preliminary design of the E8 was unveiled in 2023 as the Galaxy Light concept.[3] The production model E8 was unveiled in November 2023, with pre-sales beginning that same month. The vehicle uses the Sustainable Experience Architecture platform, a platform shared by cars from several other Geely-owned brands such as the Zeekr 001 and Polestar 4.[4]
The interior of the E8 features a distinctive 45" 8K OLED display that stretches almost the entire width of the dashboard. This infotainment section runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 processor. Other features present in the interior of the E8 include ambient mood lighting, a wireless charging pad and a panoramic sunroof.[5]
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Geely Galaxy E8
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Rear view
Performance
[edit]The top trim level of the E8, named the Starship Performance Edition, features a Dual-motor, four-wheel-drive layout that is capable of putting out 475kW of combined power and 710Nm combined torque. This is capable is propelling the car from 0–100 km/h in 3.5 seconds and reaching a top speed of 210 km/h. According to Geely, the E8 achieves a 50/50 weight distribution.[6][7][8]
This trim level features an LFP battery with a capacity of 75.6 kWh, giving it a range of 620km (385 mi) on the CLTC cycle. The battery on this trim is able to be charged from 10–80% in 20 minutes.[7][9]
References
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- ^ "Geely Galaxy models unveiled - Galaxy Light concept EV, Galaxy L7 PHEV SUV; seven models due in 2 years - paultan.org". Paul Tan's Automotive News. 2023-02-24. Retrieved 2024-04-12.
- ^ "China Customized 2024 GEELY Galaxy E8 EV - Wholesale 2024 GEELY Galaxy E8 EV Made in China". www.ml-vehicle.com. Retrieved 2024-04-12.
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- ^ "New Geely Galaxy E8 is world's slipperiest car". carsales.com.au. Retrieved 2024-04-12.
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