Choose EX2 for compact electric hatchback use, EX5 for a larger electric SUV, or Starray EM-i when you want a plug-in hybrid with petrol available for longer journeys. The size of the car and the way you replenish its energy are separate decisions.
| Your requirement | Models to compare | What matters |
|---|---|---|
| Electric everyday car | EX2 | Compare the 35kWh and 47kWh-labelled entries and the real load. |
| Electric SUV | EX5 | Resolve 60kWh or 68kWh, grade and supplied UK specification. |
| Plug-in SUV | Starray EM-i | Plan charging; establish certified CO2 and electric range for tax. |
Choose EX5 when five people and their luggage need more space than the compact EX2 provides. Geely’s current UK specification gives EX5 a 4,615 mm body and a 461-litre seats-up boot, against EX2’s 4,135 mm and 375 litres. That adds 86 litres of rear luggage capacity for another 480 mm of length.
Battery choice comes before EX5 trim: the listed SE, Pro and Max carry 60 kWh labels, while Ultra carries a 68 kWh label. Current range and charging headlines for one battery cannot be applied to all of them, and the quoted UK model year and equipment need to match.
Choose Starray EM-i when regular charging suits local trips but petrol capability is part of the longer-distance brief. IVF lists 1.5 plug-in hybrids in Pro, Max and Ultra grades. Think through both a normal charged day and a long journey after the stored electric energy has been used.
Choose the equipment around the cabin and luggage you need, then compare the full agreement. The offered car’s certified CO2 and electric-only range set the plug-in tax assessment; a combined petrol-and-electric distance headline is a different measure.
A shorter parking footprint is a good reason to start with the electric EX2. The current UK hatchback has five seats, 375 litres of rear luggage space and a 4,135 mm body; its published folded volume is 1,320 litres when rear seating is given over to cargo.
Select Pro, Max or Ultra around the journeys and equipment you need. IVF’s 35 and 47 kWh battery labels identify different derivatives, so any range or charging claim belongs to the actual UK battery, motor, wheels and model year being offered.
Choose a Geely with a servicing arrangement that works for your address as well as a suitable cabin. Ask about the local workshop, assistance during a repair and any connected-service subscription that your daily use relies on. The applicable warranty and lease terms set what is included.
Use IVF’s electric car leasing hub to compare another compact hatchback or SUV on the same passenger, charging and annual-mileage brief.
Ask IVF to identify whether the EX5 quotation is for the 60 kWh-labelled range or the different Ultra battery, and keep EX2’s compact hatchback role separate from its catalogue body label. We can then compare the actual Geely against your parking, luggage and charging needs with local support included in the discussion.
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Geely’s UK terms state eight years or 125,000 miles, whichever comes first, for the base vehicle warranty, with separate eight-year or 125,000-mile high-voltage battery cover. Terms, exclusions and shorter periods for some components apply.
The battery terms address excessive capacity loss below 70% and provide for repair or replacement to restore the specified threshold. They do not promise that a battery remains at its original capacity throughout the lease. Confirm eligibility and the actual warranty start date.
Geely allows independent servicing when its requirements are met; retain the prescribed records and use the required parts and procedures. Optional lease maintenance, consumables and return condition remain separate from warranty cover.
The electric EX5 and EX2 examples use exact listed values. Starray’s plug-in assessment requires certified CO2 and electric range, so no blanket Starray rate is assigned here.
Personal-tax illustrations: a full year, 40% income tax and no employee contributions or other adjustments, using IVF’s 10 September 2026 Geely entries. Neither lease rentals, employer costs nor equivalent-car savings.
| Listed derivative | P11D | Tax basis | BiK | Tax at 40% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ex5 160kW Pro 60kWh 5dr Auto | £33,925 | Zero-emission electric | 4% | £542.80 |
| Ex2 85kW Max 47kWh 5dr Auto | £23,425 | Zero-emission electric | 4% | £374.80 |
The illustrated bands are Zero-emission electric: 4% in 2026/27; Qualifying PHEV, 1–50 g/km, certified electric range 40–69 miles: 10% in 2026/27. Confirm P11D, certified CO2/range and transitional treatment with your accountant. Read the general company-car BiK rules. EX2 and EX5 are electric, but Starray EM-i is a plug-in hybrid; its battery and electric drive do not make the zero-emission row applicable.
| Tax specification | 2026/27 | 2027/28 | 2028/29 | 2029/30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zero-emission electric | 4% | 5% | 7% | 9% |
| Qualifying PHEV, 1–50 g/km, certified electric range 40–69 miles | 10% | 11% | 18% | 19% |
ECS uses list price with options before discounts, not rental or assumed P11D equivalence; confirm registration and funder handling. VED rules; eVED proposal. Tax checked 10 September 2026.
| Cost and timing | Application to this shortlist | Rule to check |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), 2026/27 | EX2 and EX5 electric; Starray EM-i plug-in | Year one: £10 for zero-emission cars; petrol/hybrid rates follow registered CO2, without the former hybrid discount. Thereafter: £200 annually before supplements. |
| Expensive Car Supplement (ECS) | Starray does not inherit EX5’s EV threshold. | £440 annually for five years from the second licence. Thresholds: more than £40,000 petrol/hybrid; more than £50,000 for qualifying zero-emission cars registered from 1 April 2025. |
| Planned eVED, April 2028 | EX2/EX5 electric and Starray plug-in use different proposals. | Additional to VED: 3p per mile electric; 1.5p per mile plug-in hybrid. Not a current charge; final legislation and implementation remain relevant. |
Ask your accountant about 50% rental-VAT recovery with private availability, depending on circumstances; the 15% hire-cost restriction above 50 g/km; and FRS 102 lease recognition for periods from 1 January 2026.
Compare EX5 with XPENG G6 using the actual battery generation, cabin and local support arrangements.
Compare Starray EM-i with MG HS PHEV if you can charge regularly. Distinguish plug-in from full-hybrid entries and match the tax inputs.
Settle the practical details before choosing your car and contract.
Start with EX2. Geely gives the UK car five seats and 375 litres of boot space with the rear seats in place. EX5 is the electric SUV alternative if that body better fits your needs. Starray EM-i is a plug-in hybrid, so it answers a different powertrain requirement.
The SE, Pro and Max entries carry 60kWh labels, while Ultra carries 68kWh. Confirm the supplied model year and technical specification before applying range or charging figures.
The EX2 entries are Pro with a 35kWh label and Max or Ultra with 47kWh labels. Compare the actual cabin, equipment and charging specification, and ask IVF to confirm supply.
Regular external charging is needed to make regular use of its stored electric capability. Assess the actual charging routine and longer petrol-assisted journeys before choosing a plug-in hybrid.
The UK terms state eight years or 125,000 miles for the base vehicle and separately for the high-voltage battery, whichever comes first. Exclusions and shorter component periods apply; it is not an all-cost maintenance promise.
Geely’s UK terms allow independent servicing when its maintenance requirements are met. Keep the prescribed records and confirm the requirements for any separate cover or maintenance product.
Only if they are confirmed to match the actual UK car offered by IVF. Battery, motor, model year, equipment, wheels and connected services may differ between markets.
Maintenance is optional: check that the quotation itemises servicing, tyres and exclusions for your chosen Geely. Warranty cover for defects is separate from routine maintenance, insurance, energy and return charges.
Check whether the EX5 offered has the Ultra battery specification, or identify the Starray grade and charging provision. Compare the full hire commitment, including early termination and end-of-contract charges.
Geely leasing: talk through your shortlist
Talk to IVF about EX2, EX5 and Starray EM-i, with your normal charging access and local support needs.
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Specifications and catalogue reviewed 10 September 2026. Manufacturer range and charging figures depend on model year, version and test conditions; real-world results vary. Images are illustrative of the model and may show optional equipment.
Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may change; consult your accountant.
Last updated: September 2026