Following the EX5 electric compact SUV in 2025, Geely plans to bring the EX2 electric supermini to the UK in 2026, as per a report from Electrifying.com.
Just days after the company confirmed its UK launch to the British site, we had the opportunity to take a close look at the new EV in person to assess how it shapes up. Here is what we learned about the Geely EX2 from our experience of a global-spec model.
Design
The Geely EX2 features an emotional exterior and has curvy design elements all around, from the headlamps to the bonnet, wheel arches, greenhouse, roofline, and the tail lamps, some aimed at giving it a friendly character, and others at improving aerodynamics. We found the tight panel gaps particularly impressive for a car of this segment.
At the front, the EX2 features a covered upper fascia with smooth surfacing to reduce drag. Feather-inspired LED headlights provide illumination up to 170 metres ahead and 22 metres wide. On the sides, old-school flap-type door handles sit flush with the body and a star pattern on the C-pillar references the car’s Chinese name ‘Xingyuan,’ which translates to “Star Wish.”
At the rear, the split combination lamps feature a bright LED signature light, and the wide-spaced brand inscription brings a hint of sophistication.
The vertically stacked lights along the edges of the bumper, the yellow accents in the air intake grille, the yellow stripe along the side profile, the yellow side mirror housing, the 17-inch four Y-spoke gloss black alloy wheels, and the yellow brake callipers seen on this car are unlikely to be offered in the UK.
Interior
Inside, the horizontal dashboard has been virtually bifurcated, with the driver’s side featuring an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster and the passenger’s side integrating a gloss black panel that features a shooting star pattern. The latter also appears on the door cards, further expanding the star theme in the cabin.
A flat-bottomed two-spoke steering wheel aims to deliver a premium look to the cabin. A bridge-type centre console offers a large free storage area at the bottom, along with a USB Type-C port and a USB Type-A port. On the top, it integrates a short gear selector, an electronic parking brake button, and AC, fan, and front defogger buttons.
Observations in the Geely EX2
At 5’7″, I had no issues with ingress or egress. From the driver’s seat, visibility is good to the front, sides, and rear. The front seats provide solid back support, with around six to seven inches of headroom in my driving position. Under-thigh support is also adequate.
Rear ingress is easy, but headroom is limited to around three inches. Passengers taller than about 5’10” are likely to feel constrained. Under-thigh support could be better, which taller occupants will notice. Legroom and knee room are both generous, and back support is good.
The rear seat does not offer a recline function, but the fixed backrest angle feels comfortable. Geely does not equip a rear centre armrest but provides seatback pockets, rear AC vents, and a USB Type-A port.
Specifications
The EX2 measures 4,135 mm in length, 1,805 mm in width, and 1,580 mm in height and has a 2,650 mm wheelbase. It offers 375 litres of boot space, expandable to 1,320 litres, and also a 70-litre frunk. Geely manufactures the EX2 only with a rear-wheel drive layout, which is rare for a car segment of this segment.
That said, the output and range are far from impressive. In the top-end configuration, packing 85 kW (114 bhp) and 150 Nm (111 lb.-ft.) of torque, the electric supermini takes 11.5 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) and maxes out at 81 mph.
A 40.16 kWh LFP battery pack delivers a CLTC range of 410 kilometres (255 miles). Should Geely offer the same setup in the UK, we think the WLTP range would be just around 205-215 miles.
Price
The Geely EX2 will likely be priced from around GBP 20,000 and should compete with the Renault 5 E-Tech and the upcoming VW ID. Polo.
Since 2014, I’ve worked as an international automotive editor, attending global motor shows, industry events, media drives, and tracking the latest developments across the sector, with a particular focus on electrified vehicles.
