Your Definitive Guide to the Geely EX5 Electric Car Lease

The Geely EX5 Electric Car Lease-Your Definitive Guide

Much of the UK’s electric car news has been focused on the new plug-in grant which has become available for certain all-electric cars. In summary, if your vehicle is less than £37,000, emits zero-emissions and has a 3-year vehicle warranty / 8-year battery warranty, you can apply to the government for either a Band 1 discount (£3,750) or the Band 2 discount (£1,500).

Only this week, the Mini group announced that their Mini Countryman electric is now on the Band 2 list, which you can see for yourself at UK.Gov .

Of course, having the additional grant on vehicles like the all-new Mini Countryman Electric, definitely stimulates the economy and makes British consumers and businesses carefully consider their vehicle choices. While this does improve confidence, the price alone is not enough to ensure a steady and consistent uptake.

This is where facts like public charging and the speed of charge become more important. Even more so when you consider the more technically proficient Chinese EVs, none of which will benefit from the new EV subsidy.

Thankfully our partners at Zap Map  produce regular monthly stats which detail the evolution of charging in the public network. As at August 2025 the Zap Map website sets out some key details for chargers in the UK  including:

•  85,163 devices in 42,970 locations in the UK for customers to access
•  1,234 new public chargers in the UK
•  Since August 2024 the public network is growing at a rate of 25%
•  UK now has 17,132 rapid or ultra-rapid chargers in 6,554 locations
•  212 new rapid / ultra-rapid chargers were added in August 2025 

At present the focus is not only in improving the volume but the quality of charging points available to UK drivers. One of the big themes in that industry is the cost of energy. The industry trade body, ChargeUK, is currently tackling this issue with the Government, as rising costs are making rapid charging sessions more expensive.

The group is attempting to reduce operating energy costs, add charging to the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation scheme and eliminate VAT on public charging sessions. The expectation is that more EV drivers will utilise the public network and create more investment and movement in this segment. The overall result should create more chargers, in more locations and with greater speed.

As the volume of zero-emission options increases, there is a residing obligation to deliver a robust and functional framework for the UK.  

Introducing the new Geely EX5 Electric Car Lease

Another new manufacturer, Geely, will be pleased to hear of the continued improvements and developments in the UK. Headquartered in China, the conglomerate Geely Holding is one of the world’s major producers of vehicles, with nearly 1.5 million plug-in vehicles produced in 2024.

The Chinese brand is also known for its joint venture work and investments with some more familiar brands like Volvo, Polestar, Smart and Lotus. However, the Geely team are now separating and moving into a more solus production of cost-effective and practical EVs.

Already selling a whole host of cars in China, like the Xingrui, Xingyue and the Haoue, the team have now created an SUV for Europe. The new EX5, which emanates from the Geely Galaxy, is set to be a big vehicle in the leasing industry. Especially when you consider the cost of the SUV.

“Dynamic. Iconic. Electric” the new SUV is centred around smart tech and luxury. With semi-autonomous systems via the ADAS and incredible performance, this is set to move customers like never before. The engineers believe they have aptly combined Chinese architecture and furniture design with a premium and ergonomic interior.

Believing customers will enjoy the inside as much as the outside, the EX5 is a harmonious mix of luxury and clinical styling. Key features like the LED headlights, low-drag alloys, privacy glass and panoramic glass sunroof really enhance the car.

But what options can you get in the electric Geely EX5?

•  SE - LED headlights, automatic flush handles, power adjustable, follow me home lighting, rear privacy glass, power adjustable exterior mirrors, heated mirrors, 18” alloys and the roof rack;

•  Pro - this adds 19” alloys; and

•  Max - this adds the panoramic power sunroof and power tailgate.   

How does the new EX5 EV perform? 

•  EX5 - this FWD SUV will have a 60.2 kWh usable battery which will offer 0 – 62 times of 6.2 seconds, 109 mph top speeds and 160kW (or 215hp). Expect a combined winter range of 170 miles with warmer weather allowing for 230 miles – a 205 mile combined. On charging, the 11kW AC max will allow 6 hour and 30 min 0 – 100% charging times with the 160 kW DC maximum allowing 28 minute 10 – 80% times. A cargo volume of 461L is available with this car. It has a vehicle fuel equivalent of 138 mpg. You cannot tow with this vehicle. The new Geely EX has Bidirectional Charging - a V2L exterior type 2 outlet. The Heat Pump is available as a standard option.

Want to know more about going into the Geely?

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