Geely E5 Apex Electric SUV – Premium 5-Door FWD
The Geely E5 Apex is a fully electric premium SUV engineered to deliver high-performance electric mobility, luxury comfort, intelligent technology, and advanced driver assistance in a sophisticated front-wheel-drive platform. Powered by a 160kW permanent magnet synchronous motor and a 60.22kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate “Short Blade” battery, the E5 Apex combines rapid acceleration, refined driving dynamics, and long-range capability for both urban and long-distance travel.
Positioned as the flagship specification within the electric E5 range, the Apex model enhances the driving experience with premium executive comfort features. These include ventilated and 8-point massage front seats, a panoramic sunroof with opening function, 19” low-drag alloy wheels, a 16-speaker 1000W Flyme Sound premium audio system, and a comprehensive suite of active safety technologies.
Key Features
- Fully electric premium SUV layout
- Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) platform
- 160kW high-performance intelligent electric drive motor
- 320Nm of instantaneous maximum torque
- 0–100km/h acceleration achieved in 6.9 seconds
- Up to 410km WLTP combined driving range
- 60.22kWh Geely Short Blade Lithium Iron Phosphate battery
- 11kW AC three-phase on-board charging capability
- 100kW DC fast charging capability (30% to 80% in 20 minutes)
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) support for external electronics
- 19” low-drag alloy wheels wrapped in 235/50 R19 tyres
- Panoramic sunroof with electric opening and opaque sunblind
- Automatic LED headlights with “Follow Me Home” and intelligent high beam
- Flush, power-hidden automatic door handles
- Power adjustable, heated, and auto-folding side mirrors
- One-touch convenience power tailgate
- High-efficiency heat pump air-conditioning system
- 15.4” HD central multimedia display powered by E04 high-performance chip
- 10.2” LCD digital instrument dash cluster
- 13.8” HD Head-Up Display (W-HUD)
- Smartphone connectivity via CarbitLink system
- Driver-side smartphone storage compartment with wireless charging
- 16-speaker, 1000W premium Flyme Sound audio system
- Geely Connected Services with Over-the-Air (OTA) system updates
- Heated, ventilated, and fully reclining front seats
- Executive lounge 8-point front seat massage with 6 operational modes
- Driver seat memory and 2-way power adjustable leg support
- 256-colour customisable interior ambient lighting
- 6 comprehensive airbags (Front, Side, and Side Air Curtains)
- Dual five-star protection with highest ANCAP safety rating
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Vehicle Type |
Fully Electric SUV |
| Drive Configuration |
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Electric Motor Type |
11-in-1 High Performance Intelligent Electric Drive |
| Maximum Power |
160kW |
| Maximum Torque |
320Nm |
| Top Speed |
175 km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100km/h) |
6.9 Seconds |
| Battery Type |
Geely Short Blade Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) |
| Battery Capacity |
60.22 kWh |
| WLTP Electric Range |
410 km (Combined) |
| Energy Consumption |
16.0 kWh/100km (WLTP Combined) |
| Maximum AC Charging |
11 kW |
| Maximum DC Charging |
100 kW |
| Vehicle-to-Load Power |
Supported (V2L) |
| Drive Modes |
Eco / Normal / Sport |
| Suspension |
MacPherson Strut Front / Multi-Link Rear |
| Braking System |
Ventilated Disc Front / Solid Disc Rear |
| Wheels & Tyres |
19” Low-Drag Alloy Wheels / 235/50 R19 Goodyear Tyres |
| Infotainment Display |
15.4” HD Central Screen |
| Instrument Cluster |
10.2” LCD Dash Display |
| Head-Up Display |
13.8” HD W-HUD |
| Audio System |
16-Speaker 1000W Premium Flyme Sound System |
| Airbags |
6 Airbags |
| Luggage Capacity |
461 Litres (Expandable to 1,877 Litres) |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) |
4615 × 1901 × 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase |
2750 mm |
Safety & Driver Assistance
The E5 Apex features a comprehensive suite of active safety technologies built into the GEA Global Intelligent Electric Architecture:
- Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) & Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) & Emergency Lane Keeping Assist (ELKA)
- Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
- Traffic Sign Information (TSI)
- Door Open Warning (DOW)
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) & Rear Cross Traffic Brake (RCTB)
- Lane Changing Assistant (LCA)
- Collision Mitigation Support (Front & Rear)
- 360° Panoramic Surround View Monitor with 3D Transparent Chassis View
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) & Geely Traction Control System (G-TCS)
- Hill Start Assist (HAC) & Hill Descent Control (HDC)
Interior Comfort & Aesthetics
GeeLuxe Premium Cabin Environment
High-grade microfiber leather-wrapped multifunctional steering wheel and perforated PVC seat surfaces.
Executive Lounge Seating
Features automated 8-point massage patterns, physical heating elements, and active seat ventilation.
Smart Storage Solutions
Multi-room capabilities including a dedicated bottle compartment and an underseat storage drawer for the rear seats.
Flyme Auto Ecosystem
Fully integrated natural voice recognition parsing over 200 commands alongside dedicated control wheel operations.
Official Interior Colours
Quality & Geely Care+ Support
Every Geely E5 Apex is backed by the comprehensive Geely Care+ package in South Africa:
| Support Item |
Coverage |
| Vehicle Warranty |
6 Year / 150,000 KM |
| Battery Warranty |
8 Year / 200,000 KM |
| Service Plan |
6 Year / 120,000 KM |
| Roadside Assistance |
5 Year / Unlimited Mileage |
| 4G Connectivity |
2 Years Complimentary Connectivity Included |
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