Starting at just $32,990, Geely’s world-beating EX2 EV proves you don’t need a fat wallet to go electric
The Geely EX2, already the world’s best-selling small battery-electric vehicle across the A and B segments in 2025, has just landed in New Zealand, and it’s here to shake things up in the most delightfully accessible way possible.
Small Package, Massive Practicality
At 4,135mm long, this little hatchback is designed to slip through Auckland traffic like a hot knife through butter, but don’t mistake compact for cramped. The flat rear floor creates genuine five-seat space, while the storage game is surprisingly strong: a 70-litre frunk, a 10-litre passenger-seat drawer, and up to 1,320 litres of rear cargo capacity.
The Geely EX2’s real party trick? A turning circle less than 10 metres (9,9m in fact) combined with rear-wheel drive and multi-link independent rear suspension. Translation: nimble enough for tight parallel parks, confident enough to actually enjoy driving.
The Tech You Actually Want (Without the Nonsense You Don’t)
Inside the Geely EX2, you’re looking at a 14.6-inch central touchscreen with an 8.8-inch driver display, wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and 4G connectivity. There’s an intelligent voice assistant that doesn’t feel like it was programmed in 2015, customisable controls, and connected services that actually make sense. USB-A, USB-C, and wireless charging keep your devices alive for the journey.
Safety and Smarts
The EX2 is built on Geely’s Global Intelligent Electric Architecture with a liquid-cooled lithium iron phosphate battery that includes real-time thermal monitoring and a reinforced cell-to-pack structure. Seven airbags and a comprehensive suite of driver-assistance tech (including intelligent cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and blind spot detection) mean you’re covered.
The Real Question: What Does It Cost?
The Geely EX2 Complete model starts at $32,990 + ORC with a 35.35kWh battery offering 252km WLTP range. Step up to the Geely EX2 Inspire at $37,990 + ORC, and you get a 47.14kWh battery with 345km of range. In other words, proper electric driving without the second mortgage.
And you’re not left high and dry after purchase. Every Geely EX2 comes with a seven-year unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, an eight-year unlimited-kilometre high-voltage battery warranty, and three years of roadside assistance included as standard.
The Design Flex
The Geely EX2 has six colours to choose from, Nova Pink, Aurora Green, Nebula Beige, Comet Gray, Star Silver, and Moon White, with feather-inspired headlights and semi-concealed door handles that avoid looking like they’re trying too hard.
Tarmac Takeaway
The Geely EX2 doesn’t arrive with hype or pretension. It arrives as a practical, accessible solution to electric driving that actually works for everyday New Zealand life: the commute, the school run, the weekend away. It’s compact where it counts and generous where it matters. Most importantly, it finally answers the question that’s stopped countless Kiwis from going electric: “But what if I can’t afford it?”
