Geely is preparing to debut the new electric Galaxy E8who will enter in direct competition with cars of the caliber of BYD Han. E8 is the third model in the Galaxy series after the Plug-ins L7 and L6. Recall that the Chinese car manufacturer unveiled the Galaxy brand in February 2023. The debut of Geely's new battery-powered model is expected during the fourth quarter.
Meanwhile, the builder has shared some images of his new car, also comparing it (in terms of dimensions) with the Audi RS e-tron GT, Porsche Taycan and Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63. From the photos we can also obtain data on the dimensions of the new model of the Chinese brand. Therefore, Geely Galaxy E8 measures 5,010 mm long x 1,920 mm wide x 1,465 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,925 mm. The new electric sedan features a coupé and is also characterized by having doors with retractable handles.
The front, however, has very thin shaped headlights. Being an electric model, the grille is closed given the absence of the internal combustion engine. We already know, however, that the car will have also a LiDAR sensor on the roof dedicated to the operation of the driving assistance systems.
The official images do not show the interior, but past spy photos had made it possible to observe that the car could be offered with a steering wheel similar to the Yoke one on the Tesla Model S or with a smaller one. traditional. Furthermore, it will be There is a large horizontal panel for the instruments and the infotainment system. The interior, therefore, takes up the elements of that of the Galaxy Light concept where there was a 45-inch maxi panel.
Based on the SEA platform, Galaxy E8 will be available both in the rear-wheel drive version and in the version with dual motor and all-wheel drive. On the powertrain front, for the moment we know that the single engine version will be able to count on a power of 200 kW (the same as the Zeekr The speed maximum is of 190 km/h. For the moment there is no information on autonomy but the car should use batteries with LFP (lithium-iron-phosphate) cells.
The new Geely model promises to be interesting and will soon more information should arrive with the official launch. It will be introduced in some way also in Europe? For the moment we don't know anything precise about it. According to some rumors, the price in China should be around 200,000 yuan (26,400 euros).
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