Geely Coolray looking to fight it out on spec and price
In a hugely overcrowded compact SUV segment, the Geely Coolray is another competent option to choose from.
Geely's Coolray compact SUV is positioned competitively within South Africa's R300 000 to R500 000 SUV market. The brand offers a range of fuel options, from battery electric to combustion engines. The Coolray itself comes in three variants, priced from R369 900 for the entry-level Nova, R399 900 for the mid-spec Vanguard, and R429 900 for the top-of-the-range Vertex.
This positioning places the Coolray in direct competition with other compact SUVs such as the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, Chery Tiggo 4 Cross, Omoda C5, Kia Sonet, VW T-Cross, and Haval Jolion, all of which fall within the same price range.
The Coolray boasts a sporty exterior design with sharp lines, a two-tone roof, and black alloy wheels. The Vertex model, the range-topping variant, features a motorsport-inspired rear wing and other distinctive styling elements. Inside, the Coolray offers a driver-focused cockpit with a large 14.6-inch infotainment touchscreen display, an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster, and standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
Other standard features include Bluetooth connectivity, multiple USB ports, and a panoramic sunroof, among others.
The Vertex variant is powered by a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine generating 128kW and 290Nm of torque, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. Geely claims an impressive 0-100km/h time of 7.6 seconds, though real-world performance may vary. The vehicle's fuel consumption is rated at 6.5-litres per 100km, though the author's real-world testing resulted in a combined figure of 9.1-litres per 100km.
Despite this, the Coolray provides a comfortable and capable driving experience for its price point, making it worth a closer look for potential buyers.
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