Geely Auto Australia has confirmed a longer-range version of its Starray EM-i plug-in hybrid SUV for Australia, with the updated Inspire grade gaining a larger battery and a $41,490 MSRP before on-road costs.

The 2027 Geely Starray EM-i Inspire Extended Range replaces the current Inspire’s 18.4kWh battery with a 29.8kWh lithium iron phosphate pack.

That change lifts WLTP electric-only range from 83km to 136km, while total combined WLTP driving range rises from 943km to 996km.

It also gives the Starray EM-i a longer electric-only claim than several lower-priced plug-in hybrid SUVs, while keeping the flagship grade below $42,000 before on-road costs.

The entry Starray EM-i Complete continues with the existing 18.4kWh battery, 83km WLTP electric range and $37,490 MSRP before on-road costs.

Geely says DC charging capacity for the larger-battery Inspire has increased from 30kW to 60kW, enabling a claimed 30 to 80 per cent charge time of 16 minutes.

The larger battery adds $1500 to the Inspire grade compared with the outgoing $39,990 Inspire, while the Complete grade’s price is unchanged.

New MY27 equipment additions include a five-metre Mode 2 charging cable, towing preparation and trailer stability assist.

The Inspire grade also gains a massage function for the front seats.

The Starray EM-i continues to use a front-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid system with a 160kW and 262Nm electric motor paired with a 73kW and 125Nm 1.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine.

Fuel consumption is listed at 2.4L/100km WLTP for the Complete and 1.5L/100km WLTP for the Inspire Extended Range.

Geely says the 29.8kWh battery was previously used in the Starray EM-i during its Guinness World Record Sydney to Melbourne coastal drive attempt, where the test vehicle averaged 3.83L/100km according to the company.

For context, the 2026 BYD Sealion 5 starts from $33,990 before on-road costs and offers up to 100km of claimed NEDC electric range in Premium form.

The 2026 Chery Tiggo 7 SHS starts from $39,990 drive-away with a claimed 93km NEDC electric range.

The 2026 GWM Haval H6 Lux PHEV is currently listed at $40,990 drive-away, with about 90km of electric range cited for the plug-in hybrid version.

CarSauce previously covered the Starray EM-i’s original local pricing, when the model launched as one of Australia’s cheaper plug-in hybrid SUVs.

The updated Starray EM-i is scheduled to arrive in Australian dealerships for customer deliveries from late May 2026.

2027 Geely Starray EM-i Pricing

Geely Starray EM-i pricing is listed as MSRP, meaning it excludes on-road costs.

The Inspire Extended Range is $1500 dearer than the outgoing Inspire grade.

The following competitor prices are included for context only because price types and range test cycles vary between brands.

2027 Geely Starray EM-i Specifications

Complete

• 18.4kWh lithium iron phosphate battery.
• 943km WLTP combined driving range.
• 83km WLTP electric-only range.
• 2.4L/100km WLTP fuel consumption.
• 6.6kW AC charging and 30kW DC charging.
• Front-wheel drive.
• 160kW and 262Nm electric motor.
• 73kW and 125Nm 1.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine.
• 51-litre fuel tank and 95 RON fuel requirement.
• Pure, Hybrid and Power drive modes.
• 18-inch alloy wheels.
• LED headlights, daytime running lights and tail-lights.
• Roof rails and rear privacy glass.
• Towing preparation and trailer stability assist.
• Seven airbags.
• Autonomous emergency braking.
• Adaptive cruise control and intelligent cruise control.
• Lane keeping assist, blind-spot detection and rear cross-traffic alert with braking.
• Surround-view monitor with 3D vehicle view.
• 15.4-inch HD touchscreen.
• 10.2-inch LCD instrument cluster.
• Satellite navigation.
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto.
• Geely Connected Services.
• Six-speaker sound system.
• Heated front seats.
• Automatic climate control with rear air vents.
• 60:40 split-folding second row.

Inspire Extended Range adds (adds over Complete)

• 29.8kWh lithium iron phosphate battery.
• 996km WLTP combined driving range.
• 136km WLTP electric-only range.
• 1.5L/100km WLTP fuel consumption.
• 60kW DC charging.
• Claimed 16-minute 30 to 80 per cent DC charge time.
• 19-inch alloy wheels.
• Panoramic power sunroof with power sunshade.
• Power tailgate.
• Front parking sensors.
• Auto-dimming interior mirror.
• 256-colour ambient lighting.
• Ventilated front seats.
• Driver’s seat memory.
• Six-mode massage function for the front seats.
• 13.4-inch head-up display.
• 15W wireless phone charging.
• 16-speaker 1000W Flyme Sound audio system.
• Second-row centre armrest.
• Ivory White interior option.