Geely has introduced a premium revision of its Galaxy Star 8 Voyager sedan, positioning it as a tech-forward alternative to the base model at a higher price point. Central to the upgrade is a new Shield Gold Brick battery, which pushes the fully electric range to 225 kilometers and extends the hybrid total driving distance to an impressive 1,725 kilometers. Despite enhanced features and capabilities, the sedan remains competitively priced, falling below the cost of a Toyota Camry in China.
Priced between 160,000 and 180,000 yuan (about 1.85 to 2.1 million rubles), this model undercuts the Chinese market price of the Toyota Camry, making it an attractive option in the midsize sedan segment. The upgraded battery technology powers the vehicle’s electric mode with a notably extended range, while the hybrid configuration impresses with its long endurance, blending efficiency with practicality.
- Price range: 160,000 to 180,000 yuan (1.85 to 2.1 million rubles)
- Electric driving range: 225 kilometers with Shield Gold Brick battery
- Hybrid total driving distance: 1,725 kilometers
- Top safety feature: tire stability system supports driving with a flat tire at speeds up to 160 km/h
- Interior: Flyme Sound system with 23 speakers, VIP electric rear seats with ventilation, heating, massage, and extended cushion length
- Driver assistance: Qianli Haohan H5 suite with 27 sensors including lidar, three radars, 11 cameras, and 12 ultrasonic sensors
- Unique external autopilot indicator: ”little blue light” alerts others when autopilot is active
The Galaxy Star 8 Voyager’s safety spec is bolstered by a tire stability system that keeps the car drivable even with a flat tire at speeds up to 160 km/h. Inside, Geely has prioritized passenger comfort with an advanced Flyme Sound system featuring 23 speakers, alongside VIP electric seats in the back. These seats offer extended cushion length, increased adjustment range, and functions such as ventilation, heating, and massage, turning the rear cabin into a true luxury environment.
On the autonomy front, the sedan boasts the Qianli Haohan H5 driver-assistance suite, loaded with 27 sensors: a lidar, three radars, 11 cameras, and 12 ultrasonic sensors. A notable feature is the ”little blue light,” an external indicator alerting others when the autopilot is active, underlining Geely’s commitment to innovative safety cues. This combination of advanced driver aids and sensory arrays positions the vehicle well within the evolving landscape of semi-autonomous driving in China.