Forthing Taikon 5 vs Geely Starray EM-i
Two electric SUVs go head to head. Which EV is the better buy for Australian drivers in 2026?
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Data checked: specs 29 Oct 2026, price 4 Oct 2026
Driver assistance, as the manufacturer lists it
Swipe across. Tap a feature to see what it does and each car's source.
StandardOptional: printed price, +pack or NCO (no-cost)No, not offeredNo dataCounts beside each car use the same colours; ? is no option data.
From each manufacturer's Australian equipment list. No data means that car's document does not say. The drawings are our own illustrations of how each kind of system works.
Forthing Taikon 5: we're still completing price, kerb weight, 0-100km/h, transmission and ground clearance, plus 2 others.
Geely Starray EM-i: we're still completing kerb weight, braked towing and energy consumption.
Blank cells below mean we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
No price
- no option data for this car
$37,490RRP
- cannot be matched: Sunroof and Power Tailgate not offered
Printed option prices only. A pack is counted once and makes the figure a floor when it carries no printed price. Nothing is inferred from the other car.
Plug-in hybrid fuel economy is shown as a hybrid (battery depleted) so it compares fairly with the other car. A PHEV's official "combined" figure assumes you start every trip fully charged, so real-world economy depends on how often you plug in. Electric range shows how far it goes before the petrol engine is needed.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP's published ratings include no record for the Forthing Taikon 5. With no pair of ratings to compare, the active-safety features in the spec table above are the fairer comparison.
Recalls on our record
Forthing Taikon 5
None open on our record
Geely Starray EM-i
None open on our record
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Charging Times
How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.
How long to charge
64.4kWh usablePublic DC
50kW charger · 0–80%
Ultra-rapid DC
up to 80kW · 0–80%
Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (11kW AC, 80kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.
How long to charge
18.4kWh usablePublic DC
50kW charger · 0–80%
Ultra-rapid DC
up to 30kW · 0–80%
Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (7.4kW AC, 30kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.
Feature Showdown
The Forthing Taikon 5 features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 8.8-inch digital dash, while the Geely Starray EM-i gets a 15.4-inch display and 10.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Forthing Taikon 5 stands out with power tailgate and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Geely Starray EM-i. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Forthing Taikon 5 runs a pure electric powertrain producing 150kW and 340Nm of torque, sent through its transmission to a FWD layout.
The Geely Starray EM-i responds with a Petrol making 193kW and 262Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8 seconds.
The Geely Starray EM-i has the clear power advantage at 193kW vs 150kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Battery: 64.4kWh (Forthing Taikon 5) vs 18.4kWh (Geely Starray EM-i), giving WLTP ranges of 427km and 83km. DC fast charging peaks at 80kW (Forthing Taikon 5) vs 30kW (Geely Starray EM-i).
Space & Comfort
The Forthing Taikon 5 measures 4,600mm long on a 2,715mm wheelbase, 140mm shorter than the Geely Starray EM-i at 4,740mm (2,755mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Geely Starray EM-i generally means more rear legroom.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.4m diameter
Good
Based on 10.4m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Good
Clears the U-turn in one swing
Needs about 8.8 m of road; you have 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: clears in one
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.9 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: swings in
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Warranty: 7 years / 200,000km (Forthing Taikon 5) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Geely Starray EM-i). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Forthing Taikon 5 if: You or prefer Forthing's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Geely Starray EM-i if: You prioritise performance, or prefer Geely's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
Geely Starray EM-i: Top CarSorted Score, 76 vs 62
The Geely Starray EM-i comes out ahead on the CarSorted Score (76 vs 62), taking 1 of 4 key spec rows below. The deciding gaps: fuel economy (Geely Starray EM-i ahead by 25), safety (Geely Starray EM-i ahead by 23), value (Geely Starray EM-i ahead by 22). The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Forthing Taikon 5 and Geely Starray EM-i?
The Geely Starray EM-i is the cheapest at $37,490 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Geely Starray EM-i uses the least fuel at 2.5L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Geely Starray EM-i holds a 5-star ANCAP rating. ANCAP's published ratings include no record for Forthing Taikon 5, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which is the most powerful?
The Geely Starray EM-i makes the most power at 193kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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