Elektromobilität: Geely E2: So fährt sich der Elektro-Kleinwagen für unter 20.000 Euro

Deutschland and Europe are no longer the birthplace of the automobile industry, a fact evident by the delayed introduction of foreign models in our markets. Geely's E2, with over 465,000 sales globally last year alone, has now arrived in Europe at prices starting from €19,900. Standing at 4.14 meters, this five-seater competes with a range of European vehicles from upcoming ID.

Polo to Opel Mokka, Jeep Avenger, and DS3. Like most competitors, the E2 offers ample space on the rear seats and has a 375-liter boot that can expand to 1,320 liters, with a large front trunk also offering 70 liters of extra storage.

The interior is standard, dominated by a large 14.6-inch screen, and the driver faces an 8.8-inch cockpit display. Three trim levels are available, starting at €19,990 for the Pro model with climate control, navigation, leather seats, rear camera, vehicle-to-load function, and keyless entry. However, the battery life is limited to 252 kilometers, and the charging speed is slow at 60 kW.

The mid-range Max model costs around €24,000, featuring a larger 47 kWh battery, increased range to 345 km, and better charging speed of 80 kW. The top Ultra model costs nearly €27,000, offering similar specs, 16-inch lightweight wheels, ambient lighting, and an electric tailgate. It's puzzling that features like rain sensors and smartphone charging are only available at the highest level.

The 8-year/200,000 km warranty, covering both the car and battery, stands out among the competition.

Driving the E2 is unremarkable for an electric vehicle; it operates conservatively but competently given its 116 PS and 1,440 kg weight. The rear-wheel drive's 50:50 weight distribution makes it manageable in corners. However, the car's turning radius of 9.9 meters makes it nimble in urban settings. The brakes in Normal mode are unresponsive, while Sport mode slightly improves them, but the steering remains somewhat vague and offers little feedback on road conditions.

The chassis handles most demands well, thanks to its substantial 2.65-meter wheelbase. Overall, the E2 is a solid, well-featured electric vehicle, proving to be a useful urban companion for some customers or delivery services. For most buyers, the mid-range Max model is recommended for its best value. Dealers should be easy to find, with over 50 Geely dealers already in Germany as of September.