About Geely
A global automotive leader powering innovation, electrification and mobility at scale.
THE GEELY GROUP
The Group Behind Volvo, Polestar and ZEEKR
Founded
1986
Vehicles sold in 2025
4.1million
Of those were electrified
2.3million
R&D and design staff
30,000+
Geely Holding Group is one of the world's largest and most diversified automotive groups, with a portfolio spanning Volvo Cars, Polestar, Lotus, Zeekr, Geely, Farizon and Lynk & Co. In 2025, the Group achieved record global sales of 4.12 million vehicles, including 2.29 million new energy vehicles. Its scale, technological expertise and commitment to electrification provide the foundation for long-term innovation, supply confidence and sustainable mobility solutions.
Automotive Brands in the Geely Group
- Geely Auto
- Geely Galaxy
- Volvo Cars (part of the group since 2010)
- Polestar (founded in 2017 by Volvo Cars and Geely)
- Lotus (Geely took a controlling stake in 2017)
- ZEEKR
- Farizon Auto
- LYNK & CO
- LEVC
IN NEW ZEALAND
A World First in New Zealand
Geely is distributed in New Zealand by NordEast Vehicle Distributors, part of the Giltrap Group. Launched in 2025, NordEast is the world's first distributor to unite six Geely Group brands under one network: Geely, Volvo, Polestar, Lotus, Zeekr and Farizon. With 14 locations and 29 showrooms nationwide, NordEast combines global automotive expertise with trusted local support.
SAFETY — INDEPENDENT
Independently Crash Tested
ANCAP ratings vary by model. We publish the actual rating for each vehicle — not an average, not a claim about "the range".
Geely EX5
5-star ANCAP, 2025
Adult occupant 86%
Child occupant 87%
Vulnerable road user 83%
Safety assist 85%
Applies to all variants built from January 2025.
STARRAY EM-i
5-star ANCAP, February 2026
Adult occupant 90%
Child occupant 87%
Vulnerable road user 86%
Safety assist 82%
Applies to all variants built from June 2025.
Riddara RD6
Not yet ANCAP rated
We won't claim a rating the vehicle doesn't hold. When the Riddara RD6 is independently tested we'll publish the result here.
ANCAP ratings are awarded by the Australasian New Car Assessment Program, an independent body.
UNDER THE FLOOR
Shared Engineering
The Geely EX5 is built on an electric vehicle architecture from the same family Geely uses for the Volvo EX30, smart #3, Polestar 4 and Lotus Emeya.
OWNERSHIP
Backed for Seven Years
Every Geely sold in New Zealand comes with a 7-year unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty that is transferable to subsequent owners, and an 8-year unlimited-kilometre warranty on the high-voltage battery. Roadside assistance is included for up to 7 years when the vehicle is serviced within the Geely dealer network.
Questions About Geely
Geely cars are made by Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, founded in 1986 and headquartered in Hangzhou, China. The group also owns Volvo Cars, Polestar and Lotus, and sold approximately 4.116 million vehicles in 2025.
Yes. Geely is a Chinese carmaker, and it is also the group that owns Volvo Cars, Polestar and Lotus. Around 56% of the 4.116 million vehicles it sold in 2025 were electrified.
The Geely EX5 holds a five-star ANCAP safety rating from 2025, scoring 86% for adult occupant protection, 87% for child occupant protection, 83% for vulnerable road user protection and 85% for safety assist.
Yes. The Starray EM-i holds a five-star ANCAP safety rating published in February 2026, with 90% for adult occupant protection and 87% for child occupant protection.
Geely is distributed in New Zealand by NordEast Vehicle Distributors, a division of the Giltrap Group, through eight authorised Geely dealerships nationwide.
Every Geely sold in New Zealand comes with a 7-year unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty that is transferable to subsequent owners, and an 8-year unlimited-kilometre warranty on the high-voltage battery. Roadside assistance is included for up to 7 years when the vehicle is serviced within the Geely dealer network.