Name: Geely Starray (2026 onwards) | Expert Rating | The Car Expert
Item: Geely Starray
Rating: 72.0

Geely Starray (2026 – present) | Expert Rating

Summary

The Geely Starray is a mid-sized plug-in hybrid SUV that is now available to order in the UK. It is the second model from Chinese brand Geely to arrive in UK showrooms, after the all-electric EX5 SUV.

You might not have heard of Geely, but one in every 14 electrified cars currently sold in the UK comes from a brand within the Geely group, as the brand holds significant stakes in the likes of Volvo, Polestar and Lotus.

The Starray – or the Starray EM-i Super Hybrid given its full name – is Geely’s answer to established mainstream best-sellers like the Kia Sportage and Volkswagen Tiguan, as well as Chinese newcomers like the Chery Tiggo 7. Reviewers generally conclude that the SUV is a competent family-ferrying workhorse that is both spacious and competitively priced, but key rivals are more comfortable and more enjoyable to drive.

Electrifying.com’s Vicky Parott explains that the Starray is “one of those ‘it’ll do’ cars”, which offers good value and a generous standard equipment list, but “rivals like the Citroen C5 Aircross have nicer interiors and comfier ride.” Alistair Crooks of Auto Express adds that close price rivals feel more “polished”, instead recommending the MG HS plug-in hybrid.

As of August 2026, the Geely Starray holds a New Car Expert Rating of A, with a score of 72%.

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Starray highlights

Competitive price and long warranty
Five star Euro NCAP safety credentials
Spacious interior

Starray lowlights

Geely’s short reliability track record
Dull driving experience
Alternatives offer better comfort and infotainment

Key specifications

Body style: Medium SUV/crossover
Engines: petrol plug-in hybrid
Price: From £29,990

Launched: Spring 2026
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA

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Media reviews

Highlighted reviews and road tests from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

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“The Geely Starray EM-i offers a lot of space, equipment and plug-in hybrid range for the money, but its touchscreen-heavy cabin and small UK dealer network keep it from being an easy recommendation.”

Model reviewed: Max

Score: 7 / 10

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The Car Expert

Matthew MacConnell

“The Geely Starray has a posh-feeling interior and a long electric range, but the touchscreen is very awkward to use and it’s not fantastic to drive.”

Model reviewed: Range overview

Score: 7 / 10

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Carwow

Tom Wiltshire

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Auto Express

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“This is a well-priced PHEV that can run on electric power for a lot of journeys. There’s a competitive amount of practicality and equipment, but it lacks character and for driving experience, there are plenty of better alternatives to choose from.”
Author: Alastair Crooks
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Auto Trader

Score: 7 / 10
“The Geely Starray is smooth, roomy and has an impressive electric-only range.”
Author: Erin Baker
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Car

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
” On paper, the Starray EM-i is perfectly fine. It’s roomy, feels like it’s built well and the plug-in hybrid powertrain is smooth. But it’s hard to differentiate from its low-priced rivals.”
Author: Keith Adams and Jake Groves
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Electrifying.com

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The Geely Starray is one of those ‘it’ll do’ cars. There’s nothing wrong with that as it’s also good value and really well equipped, but rivals like the Citroen C5 Aircross have nicer interiors and comfier ride.”
Author: Vicky Parrott
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Parkers

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 5.8 / 10
“The Geely Starray EM-i shows just how affordable plug-in hybrids are becoming. There’s plenty of space, comfort and equipment at a tempting price, but we’d wait for a more proven dealer and support network before committing.”
Author: Keith Adams
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Regit

Score: 7 / 10
“Yes, it boasts a truly impressive EV range for a plug-in hybrid SUV and the cars are packed with all the latest mod cons while still carrying an attractive price-tag.”
Author: Maxine Ashford
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The Telegraph

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“The Geely Starray EM-i may not catch the eye but it does offer comfort and convenience at a low cost.”
Author: Andrew English
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Safety rating

Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

Overall score: 5 stars
Date tested: December 2025
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Adult protection: 90%
Child protection: 87%
Vulnerable road users: 86%
Safety assist: 77%

Eco rating

Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

No eco rating

As of August 2026, the Geely Starray has not been assessed by Green NCAP.

The Green NCAP programme measures exhaust pollution (which is zero for an electric car) and energy efficiency. Electric cars are much more energy-efficient than combustion cars, so the Starray is likely to score very highly in Green NCAP testing if and when it takes place. Check back again soon.

Running cost rating

Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data

Fuel consumption	Average	Score
Plug-in hybrid models	46 mpg	C

CO₂ output	Average	Score	Variation	Score
Plug-in hybrid models	54 g/km	A

Insurance group	Average	Score	Variation	Score
All models	31	C

The Geely Starray isn’t exactly cheap to run, nor is it particularly expensive either, according to whole-life cost numbers provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our data partner, Clear Vehicle Data.

Only offered as a plug-in hybrid, the car offers an average official fuel economy of 46mpg, which is bested by many similarly-priced and similarly sized rivals, including the Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV and Kia Sportage PHEV. On the insurance front, the Starray sits in a middling insurance bracket, with premiums slightly higher than the average car.

Reliability rating

Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

No reliability rating

As of August 2026, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Geely Starray to generate a reliability rating.

The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops.

As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Starray, we’ll publish the results here.

Warranty rating

New car warranty information for the Geely Starray

Overall ratingA91%
New car warranty duration6 years
New car warranty mileage100,000 miles
Battery warranty duration8 years
Battery warranty mileage125,000 miles

Geely’s new car warranty is better than average, and better than rival brands in a similar price bracket as the Starray.

The duration is six years, with a limit of 100,000 miles. In addition to the standard new car warranty, the Starray plug-in hybrid has an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty for the battery components.

Recalls

Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Geely Starray

As of August 2026, we are not aware of any DVSA vehicle safety recalls affecting the Geely Starray. However, recall information is updated regularly, so this may have changed.

You can check to see if your car has any outstanding recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Geely dealer.