New Geely Emgrand GSe Is China’s Answer To Electric Crossovers

Western automakers aren’t the only ones looking to assert themselves in the electrified car market, as some of China’s biggest names within the industry are doing exactly the same.

After already presenting several new products these past few months, Geely has unveiled the Emgrand GSe – an electric version of the Emgrand GS, which will launch in China on June 9, with an estimated starting price of approximately 110,000 yuan ($17,135), after local subsidies.

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Visually, it looks pretty much the same as the Geely Emgrand GS, but the GSe does get a few styling updates. These are mostly visible at the front, where there’s a new closed grille, along with a different bumper.

The local media says that it’s powered by a 160 horsepower electric motor, which is backed up by a lithium-ion battery pack. The latter weighs 380kg (838lbs), and gives it an average range of some 350km (217mi), in between charges. At a constant cruising speed of 60km/h (37mph), the Geely Emgrand GSe can travel for up to 460km (286mi).

Depending on how much one is willing to spend, the zero-emission crossover can be had with LED headlights, panoramic sunroof, an air-freshening system, wireless charging for mobile devices and voice control.

Customers will also have to choose between five exterior colors called Sapphire Blue, Mars Red, Glass Orange, Amber Gold and Ice Crystal.