The 2026 Geely Galaxy M7 PHEV is one of the most aggressively priced new plug-in hybrid SUVs to launch in China this year — a brand-new mid-size family crossover that opened pre-sales on April 9, 2026 at a limited-time entry price of just RMB 109,800 (about $16,060). At that money, the M7 delivers what is currently the longest combined-range figure in any sub-$25,000 SUV anywhere: **1,730 km of CLTC range** thanks to a 1.5-litre Atkinson-cycle petrol generator running at a class-leading 47.26 percent thermal efficiency, paired with a 29.8 kWh battery that alone covers up to 225 km on electric power. Suggested retail across the trim range runs RMB 139,800 to RMB 156,800 ($20,300 to $22,700). The system makes 175 kW (234 hp) and 262 Nm combined, FWD only — no AWD option — and 0-100 km/h takes 7.7 seconds, which is more than adequate for the family-SUV brief Geely is targeting. Outside China, the M7 has not been confirmed for export yet.
Performance & Specs
The Galaxy M7 uses Geely's latest EM-i plug-in hybrid system — a 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated Atkinson-cycle petrol engine producing 111 hp, dedicated to generator duty, paired with a 162 kW electric drive motor at the front. Total system output is 175 kW (234 hp) and 262 Nm of torque, delivering a 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time. Top speed is governed at 180 km/h. The petrol engine doesn't drive the wheels directly except in high-load highway conditions; under normal urban driving the M7 runs purely on the electric motor for up to 225 km, after which the engine kicks in as a generator. The combined CLTC range of 1,730 km comes from the 60-litre fuel tank plus the 29.8 kWh battery, with claimed fuel consumption of just 4.75 L/100km when running on petrol with an empty battery.
| POWERTRAIN TYPE | PHEV (1.5L Atkinson + 162 kW front motor) |
|---|---|
| SYSTEM POWER | 175 kW (234 hp) |
| TORQUE | 262 Nm |
| ACCELERATION 0-100 | 7.7 s |
| TOP SPEED | 180 km/h |
| DRIVETRAIN | FWD |
| BATTERY | 29.8 kWh |
| EV-ONLY RANGE | 225 km (CLTC) |
| COMBINED RANGE | 1,730 km (CLTC) |
| FUEL USE | 4.75 L/100km (running on petrol, empty battery) |
Dimensions & Practicality
| Length | 4,770 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,905 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,785 mm |
| Ground clearance | ~170 mm |
At 4.77 metres long with a 2.79 m wheelbase, the M7 sits squarely in the middle of the mid-size family-SUV segment — slightly larger than a Toyota RAV4 (4.6 m) but more compact than the Geely Galaxy M9 with which it shares a brand stable. The five-seat cabin offers comfortable rear legroom and headroom thanks to the generous wheelbase, with a fold-down centre armrest housing cup holders. Cargo space behind the rear seats is a generous 700 litres, expanding to 1,990 litres with the rear bench folded — well above the segment average. Ground clearance is approximately 170 mm. Standard wheels are 20-inch alloys wrapped in 245/45 R20 Goodyear rubber. Air suspension isn't offered — the M7 is pitched as a value-first family SUV, and Geely keeps the cost structure tight by skipping that hardware.
| LENGTH | 4,770 mm |
|---|---|
| WIDTH | 1,905 mm |
| HEIGHT | 1,685 mm |
| WHEELBASE | 2,785 mm |
| GROUND CLEARANCE | ~170 mm |
| CARGO VOLUME | 700 L (1,990 L seats folded) |
| FUEL TANK | 60 L |
| SEATING | 5 |
| WHEELS / TYRES | 20-inch alloys / 245/45 R20 Goodyear |
Charging & Battery
The M7 uses Geely's "Brick Battery" — a large 29.8 kWh battery for a PHEV, supporting both AC and DC charging. AC charging at 11 kW from a home wall box takes approximately 4.7 hours for a full charge. DC fast charging accepts up to about 80 kW, getting the pack from 10 to 80 percent in roughly 15 minutes — Geely's "Brick Battery" supports faster charging than most rival PHEVs. Combined with the 60-litre fuel tank, the M7 covers 1,730 km on a full tank plus a full charge — a Beijing-to-Shanghai run with zero fuel stops, if the driver alternates between EV and petrol modes appropriately.
| BATTERY | 29.8 kWh ("Brick Battery") |
|---|---|
| AC CHARGING | 11 kW (~4.7 hours full charge) |
| DC FAST CHARGING | 10-80% in ~15 min |
| FUEL TANK | 60 L petrol |
| RANGE BREAKDOWN | 225 km EV + 1,505 km on petrol = 1,730 km combined |
Design & Interior
The M7 takes the platform basis of the existing Geely Galaxy L7 and applies a facelift bringing it visually in line with the newer Galaxy M9 — including a slim full-width LED daytime running light strip across the front, an updated grille with embedded Geely logo and air-curtain ducts at the bumper's outboard edges. The rear features a continuous full-width LED light bar with red brake lighting wrapping the tailgate, plus a roof-mounted spoiler with antenna and 360° camera. Side detailing is conservative with body-coloured cladding and 20-inch alloys. Inside, the cabin uses synthetic leather across the seats with two-tone tan-and-black trim on the demo unit, faux open-pore wood inserts and brushed-metal-effect dashboard accents. The 15.4-inch central touchscreen runs Geely's Flyme Auto 2 OS — derived from Meizu's smartphone software, allowing seamless connection with Geely-Meizu phones.
Technology & Features
Flyme Auto 2 infotainment offers split-screen multitasking and OTA updates, plus full English-language interface support (a key feature given Geely's growing global expansion plans). Standard equipment on the entry trim includes a 50W wireless phone charging pad, dual cup holders, a panoramic glass roof with sunshade and an electric tailgate. Higher trims add a 12-speaker premium audio system, head-up display and adaptive matrix LED headlights. Voice control covers the entire cabin via the Flyme Auto AI assistant.
Safety & ADAS
Active safety is a solid L2 suite with AEB (vulnerable-road-user detection), ACC, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring and a 360° camera with transparent-chassis underbody view. The optional "Galaxy Pilot" upgrade adds highway NOA, advanced lane-change automation and improved AEB at higher speeds. Passive safety includes a comprehensive airbag set with full curtain coverage and a structural target of five-star C-NCAP.
| ADAS LEVEL | L2 (entry); L2+ with optional Galaxy Pilot upgrade |
|---|---|
| ADAS HARDWARE | Multiple cameras, mmWave radars, ultrasonic sensors |
| FEATURES | AEB with VRU detection, ACC, LKA, BSM, 360° camera, transparent chassis |
Available Versions
| VERSION | POWER | BATTERY | EV RANGE | COMBINED RANGE | PRICE | KEY DIFFERENCES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy M7 Entry (promo) | 234 hp | 29.8 kWh | 225 km | 1,730 km | ~$16,060 (limited) | Pre-sale promo entry — base ADAS, 18-inch wheels |
| Galaxy M7 Standard | 234 hp | 29.8 kWh | 225 km | 1,730 km | ~$20,300 | 20-inch wheels, full ADAS suite, head-up display |
| Galaxy M7 Top | 234 hp | 29.8 kWh | 225 km | 1,730 km | ~$22,700 | Premium audio, matrix LED, optional Galaxy Pilot ADAS |
Pricing & Availability
The 2026 Galaxy M7 opened pre-sales in mainland China on April 9, 2026 with a limited-time entry sticker of RMB 109,800 (~$16,060). Suggested retail across the trim range runs RMB 139,800 to RMB 156,800 ($20,300-$22,700). Deliveries are underway as of May 2026. Geely's official line is that the M7 is currently China-only — though given the M7 essentially uses the same EM-i hybrid system that has been confirmed for international Geely models like the Galaxy L7 export variants, an export adaptation could follow within 12-18 months if China demand allows.
How It Compares
The M7 has dropped into the most competitive segment in the entire Chinese auto market — the sub-$25k family PHEV SUV space — and immediately set a new bar. Versus the BYD Sealion 06 DM-i, the M7 offers 15 more km of EV range, 60 more km of combined range, and 20 more hp of system power, at a starting price that's $3,500 lower (promo) or roughly the same (MSRP). The BYD Song L DM-i is a comparable rival on price but loses on every range metric. The Changan Qiyuan Q07 PHEV is the closest spec-for-spec rival but trails on combined range. For buyers who want maximum range and a recognized brand for under $20k, the M7 has just become the segment yardstick.
- 1,730 km combined CLTC range — segment-leading by a clear margin
- 225 km EV-only range is the longest at this price point
- 47.26% thermal efficiency petrol engine — among the highest published in any production engine
- $16,060 promo entry is brutally aggressive against every direct rival
- 700 L cargo with seats up — best-in-class practicality
- FWD only — no AWD option for snow-belt or off-road buyers
- No air suspension at any trim — cost-cut visible against some pricier rivals
- 180 km/h top speed is lower than most segment competitors
- Currently China-only — no export confirmation yet
The Geely Galaxy M7 is exactly the kind of disruptive launch that makes the Chinese auto market unique — a brand-new PHEV SUV that delivers segment-leading range numbers at a price that undercuts every direct rival by $2,000-$4,000. The promo entry at $16,060 is the obvious headline grab, but even at the full $22,700 top-trim price the M7 is a strong value proposition. The Standard trim at $20,300 is probably the value sweet spot — full ADAS suite, head-up display, premium wheels — while still keeping the total well under the BYD Song L DM-i's competing trim. For Geely, this is the model that finally makes the Galaxy sub-brand a serious threat to BYD's dominance in the family-PHEV segment.
