Chinese EV market continues to outpace the rest of the world, exemplified by Geely’s recent launch of the Galaxy E8, a fully electric sedan comparable to the Honda Accord. Priced at under $25,000, it highlights China’s consistent strides in making affordable EVs, contrasting with the ongoing challenges faced by the U.S. in this regard.
The Galaxy E8 marks Geely’s entry into the electric sedan market, utilizing the SEA platform also seen in Zeekr and Polestar models. While Geely is not a premium brand like Volvo, Zeekr, or Polestar, this move signifies an effort to attract a broad range of buyers with its first Geely-branded EV.
Geely positions the Galaxy E8 as a “high-value” pure EV, targeting China’s B-segment (equivalent to the D-segment or midsize globally). In a market where many cars in this segment are combustion-powered, the E8 aims to meet the demand for a spacious, fully electric sedan without breaking the budget for Chinese buyers.
The Galaxy E8 features an 800V charging system, 637 horsepower in the top trim (0-60 MPH in < 3.5 seconds), and various battery options (62-76 kWh) for a maximum range of 665 kilometers (413 miles) based on CLTC testing.
The Galaxy E8 features a stylish, low-slung sedan design, departing from typical EV crossover shapes. Its interior highlights a full-width 8K resolution screen, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 processor, making it the most powerful screen in any Chinese vehicle.
The Geely Galaxy E8, unlikely to go beyond China, showcases Geely’s ability to create feature-packed, affordable EVs on modern platforms. Though the E8 may not reach the U.S., the potential for a similarly priced EV with the same platform and ethos remains, yet to be disclosed.
