Geely NZ considering EX2 electric hatch for 2026 launch

Geely New Zealand is assessing whether to add the EX2 electric hatchback to its local line-up in 2026, as competition heats up in the affordable small-EV segment.

The model has been confirmed for Australia, where it is scheduled to arrive in the second half of 2026. If approved for New Zealand, the EX2 would become Geely’s entry point into the city-car market, signalling a broader push to make electric mobility more accessible.

Geely New Zealand brand manager Jordan Haines says the EX2 is firmly on the radar.

“The EX2 is a model we are considering as part of our product line-up for next year,” he says.

With the Dongfeng Box now on sale and the BYD Atto 1 approaching its local debut, Geely is expected to move quickly to secure a contender in the compact-EV space.

Built on Geely’s Global Intelligent Electric Architecture (GEA) platform — the same modular underpinnings used by the larger EX5 EV and the Starray EM-i Super Hybrid — the EX2 is positioned as a city-focused hatchback designed to offer “a playful exterior and a tech-rich interior, paired with a comfortable yet agile driving experience.”

The EX2 measures 4135mm long, 1805mm wide and 1580mm high, with a 2650mm wheelbase. Geely says the cabin provides more than 30 storage compartments, including a small front boot.

Styling is aimed at urban buyers, featuring a distinctive “smile face” front design, clean surfacing and a range of pastel exterior colours for a “youthful, approachable look.”

Known as the Xingyuan — “Star Wish” — in China, the EX2 has quickly become a domestic success. It is currently China’s top-selling vehicle of 2025, with more than 400,000 units delivered in the 12 months since launch, including around 50,000 in September alone.

Geely has yet to confirm specifications, driving range or pricing for the New Zealand market. Further details are expected closer to its potential 2026 arrival.