Geely Galaxy opened pre-sales of its flagship M9 hybrid SUV on Saturday, positioning it as one of the most affordable large sport utility vehicles in the Chinese market. The six-seat model starts at RMB 193,800 ($27,050), roughly half the cost of Li Auto’s L9 extended-range EV, which is priced from RMB 409,800. Despite its lower price, the M9 matches its competitor in size and offers comparable specifications.
Unveiled globally in Milan in May, the M9 is built on Geely’s Electric Architecture (GEA) platform and integrates the company’s new-generation Leishen EM super hybrid system. The SUV measures 5,205 mm in length, 1,999 mm in width, and 1,800 mm in height, with a 3,030 mm wheelbase. By comparison, Li Auto’s L9 has similar proportions at 5,218 mm in length, 1,998 mm in width, and 1,800 mm in height, with a slightly shorter wheelbase of 3,015 mm.
Geely is offering six M9 configurations during pre-sales, priced at RMB 193,800, RMB 202,800, RMB 208,800, RMB 217,800, RMB 236,800 and RMB 258,800. As is customary in China’s auto industry, official launch prices are expected to be slightly lower than pre-sale pricing, suggesting the entry-level M9 could debut below RMB 190,000.
The M9 provides two battery pack options—18.4 kWh and 41.46 kWh—delivering CLTC ranges of 100 km and 230 km, or WLTC ranges of 85 km and 185 km. When fully fueled and charged, the SUV is capable of a combined driving range of up to 1,500 km. Geely Galaxy claims this efficiency surpasses many conventional sedans, underscoring its hybrid positioning in the increasingly competitive large SUV segment.
Performance options vary across the lineup, with both two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive versions available. The most powerful variant produces 640 kW (859 horsepower) and peak torque of 1,165 Nm, enabling acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds.
Technology is also a major focus. The M9 comes equipped with Geely’s G-Pilot H5 advanced driver assistance system, part of the company’s G-Pilot suite launched in March. The H5 system, considered a mid-range offering within the lineup, incorporates 11 cameras, three millimeter-wave radars, and one lidar sensor. It supports full-scenario Navigation on Autopilot (NOA) without relying on high-definition maps, similar to BYD’s God’s Eye driver assistance platform.
Inside, the vehicle introduces Agent OS, which Geely promotes as the industry’s first AI-driven automotive cockpit. The software aims to enhance user interaction and personalize the in-car experience, aligning with broader industry trends toward intelligent connected vehicles.
The M9 is the latest in a series of aggressively priced models from Geely Galaxy, a strategy that has helped the brand accelerate sales in the competitive Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) market. Earlier this month, the company launched the Galaxy A7 hybrid sedan, a 4,918 mm-long model priced from just RMB 89,800, further reinforcing its focus on value-oriented offerings.
The pre-sale launch of the M9 signals Geely Galaxy’s continued push to challenge established players in the premium SUV space by combining large vehicle dimensions, advanced technology, and competitive pricing.