Geely Emgrand 2025 Unveils Larger Dimensions and Premium Upgrades

The compact sedan segment in the Chinese market has seen an exciting shake up with the official reveal of the all new Geely Emgrand, following its appearance in China’s Ministry of Industry listings. This latest generation marks a clear transformation from an affordable family sedan into a more upscale model, with noticeable advancements in design, size, and features, along with a major performance boost thanks to the adoption of a new turbocharged engine.

Exterior Design Raises the Standards of Luxury

The new Geely Emgrand makes a bolder statement on the road with a more assertive design language and refined details that reflect a modern and upscale character.

• The front grille adopts a larger vertical slat design, giving the fascia a stronger and more commanding presence.

• The headlights are deeper and more elongated, featuring a triple segment DRL signature, paired with high definition LED units to enhance the sense of luxury.

• The front bumper gains a sleeker profile with wider side air intakes that boost the sporty character and improve airflow.

• At the rear, a continuous light strip connects the horizontal taillights to visually widen the stance, while chrome finished exhaust outlets add a distinct touch of elegance.

Larger Dimensions and a More Spacious Interior

Geely has noticeably increased the dimensions of the new Emgrand to offer greater comfort for passengers and a stronger presence in its segment, while also improving cabin space and on road stability.

• Overall length: 4815 mm, up from 4638 mm in the previous generation

• Width: 1885 mm, up from 1822 mm previously

• Height: 1480 mm, up from 1460 mm previously

• Wheelbase: 2755 mm, up from 2650 mm previously

• Approach and departure angles: 14° and 15°

• Front track: 1624 mm, rear track: 1609 mm

• Tire sizes: 215/55R17 or 235/45R18

This growth in size translates to noticeably more room in both front and rear rows, while delivering better stability and higher comfort levels for daily driving and highway cruising, along with a stronger visual presence that matches its move toward a more premium character.

Mechanical Shift from Naturally Aspirated to Turbocharged

The new Geely Emgrand marks a clear leap in performance by moving from a 1.5 liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine to a more powerful and responsive 1.5 liter turbocharged unit.

• The previous engine was a 1.5 liter naturally aspirated unit producing 120 hp and 152 Nm of torque, with a top speed of 175 km/h. It was paired with a 6 speed automatic transmission and front wheel drive, delivering a fuel consumption of 17 km/l (approximately 5.9 L/100 km).

• The new 1.5 liter turbocharged engine boosts output to 133 kW (181 hp) and torque to 290 Nm, with a top speed of 200 km/h and front wheel drive. According to NEDC standards, it records a fuel consumption of 6.0 L/100 km, though real world figures may differ.

This upgrade enhances the car’s responsiveness in acceleration, overtaking ability, and overall driving flexibility on highways and under full load. The stronger performance is expected to offset the slight difference in fuel consumption, noting that variations in testing cycles between km/l and L/100 km can affect direct comparisons.

Comprehensive Comparison Between the Two Generations

The new generation clearly surpasses the previous one in several key aspects:

• Dimensions: An increase in length, width, height, and wheelbase, enhancing cabin space and stability.

• Design: A wider front fascia, advanced LED headlights, and a more upscale, imposing look.

• Performance: A leap from 120 hp to 181 hp, with a significantly higher torque output.

• Features: Upgraded interior material quality and the addition of more refined design elements.

Strategic Move Toward the Premium Compact Segment

The latest changes confirm that Geely is targeting a broader audience seeking premium features at a competitive price. The increased dimensions enhance the sense of space and stability, while the bold exterior design combined with advanced LED lighting strengthens its road presence. Powered by a 1.5 turbo engine delivering 181 hp and 290 Nm of torque, the new Emgrand competes directly with Japanese, Korean, and European models, offering a potential price advantage that makes it an appealing choice in both Saudi Arabia and the UAE.