Geely Auto Australia has announced a significant battery and equipment upgrade for its inaugural local model, the Geely EX5.

As the brand approaches its first anniversary of sales in the Australian market, the updated mid-sized electric SUV is now arriving in showrooms across the country with customer deliveries commencing today.

The Geely EX5 was a top-five best-selling battery electric vehicle in 2025, with over 4,000 units sold since its March launch.

The primary enhancement is a new 68.39kWh "Short Blade" lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, developed as a direct competitor to the BYD "Long Blade" LFP battery technology.

This replaces the outgoing 60.22kWh unit, providing an increase of 8.17kWh in total capacity.

For the entry-level EX5 Complete, the WLTP-rated driving range has increased by 45km to a total of 475km.

The flagship EX5 Inspire now offers a 450km WLTP range, representing a 40km improvement over the 2025 model.

In addition to the battery upgrade, Geely has added a cargo blind and a Mode 2 charging cable as standard equipment across the range.

A new "Jungle Green" premium paint option has also been added to the colour palette due to popular demand.

The battery technology has undergone Geely's rigorous "Devil’s Test" - which includes immersion in corrosive seawater, extreme hot & cold environments, high-frequency scraping from below, 26 tonne overweight rolling, side collision, and exposure to open flames.

The updated range carries a $1,000 price increase across both variants to account for the larger battery and additional features.

All Geely EX5 models continue to be sold with the Geely Care+ aftersales program.

This includes a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty and an eight-year, unlimited-kilometre battery warranty.

Owners also receive up to seven years of complimentary roadside assistance through the national dealer network.

The vehicle retains its five-star ANCAP safety rating, which was awarded following testing in early 2025.

2026 Geely EX5 Pricing

• EX5 Complete: $41,990 (+$1,000)
• EX5 Inspire: $45,990 (+$1,000)

Note: Prices are RRP and exclude on-road costs.

2026 Geely EX5 Feature Highlights

EX5 Complete

• Battery: 68.39kWh LFP (475km WLTP range)
• Charging: 100kW DC fast charging, 11kW AC charging
• Wheels: 18-inch alloy wheels with 225/55 Giti tyres
• Technology: 15.4-inch touchscreen, 10.2-inch digital cluster, satellite navigation
• Audio: 6-speaker sound system
• Safety: 360-degree camera, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane-Keep Assist, AEB
• Comfort: Heated power front seats, V2L support, heat pump
• New for 2026: Cargo blind and Mode 2 charging cable

EX5 Inspire (adds over Complete)

• Range: 450km WLTP (due to larger wheels and weight)
• Wheels: 19-inch alloy wheels with 235/50 Goodyear tyres
• Audio: 16-speaker 1000W premium sound system
• Comfort: Ventilated and massaging front seats, power leg rest for passenger
• Luxury: Panoramic sunroof with power sunshade, 256-colour ambient lighting
• Convenience: 13.4-inch head-up display (HUD), power tailgate with hands-free access
• New for 2026: Cargo blind and Mode 2 charging cable