Compact EV SUVs. Urban-ready.
Compact Chinese EV crossovers suited to dense urban markets. Geely EX5 leads the A-class volume segment; Zeekr X sits in the premium sub-segment. Both with factory right-hand-drive availability. Strong fit for Thailand, Indonesia, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and Latin America.
Who buys these
Compact EV SUVs are where Chinese automakers compete hardest. Geely EX5 is the global volume leader — 100,000+ units in six months after launch, shipping to 35+ countries. Zeekr X represents the premium sub-segment with shared platform heritage with Smart. LFP battery with proven cycle life; factory RHD for right-drive markets.
Current lineup.
Geely EX5
Geely's best-selling A-class EV SUV globally. Factory short-blade LFP battery rated for 1,000,000-km cycle life. Developed in LHD and RHD simultaneously — engineered for export from day one.…
Zeekr X
Zeekr's compact urban EV crossover. Shares platform with Smart #1. Factory RHD available — sold in UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Hong Kong. 4.4m body length for dense urban …
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