Geely EX5 vs Suzuki e Vitara

The Geely EX5 starts from $41,990 before on-road costs, while the Suzuki e Vitara opens at $42,700. That makes the Geely EX5 the more affordable entry point by $710.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $46,189 and $46,970 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

The Geely EX5 holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Suzuki e Vitara.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Geely EX5 packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 0 in the Suzuki e Vitara.

Both include the essentials: a reversing camera. The Geely EX5 adds a 360-degree camera that the Suzuki e Vitara misses.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

Both come with modern infotainment systems. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Geely EX5 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, heated front seats and V2L that you will not find on the Suzuki e Vitara. The Suzuki e Vitara counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Geely EX5 runs a pure electric powertrain producing 160kW and 320Nm of torque, sent through its transmission to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.9 seconds.

The Suzuki e Vitara responds with a Electric Motor making 106kW and 193Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.

The Geely EX5 has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 106kW. In the real-world sprint, the Geely EX5 is 2.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 68.4kWh (Geely EX5) vs 49kWh (Suzuki e Vitara), giving WLTP ranges of 475km and 344km. DC fast charging peaks at 100kW (Geely EX5) vs 129kW (Suzuki e Vitara).

The Geely EX5 measures 4,615mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 340mm longer than the Suzuki e Vitara at 4,275mm (2,700mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Geely EX5 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 302L in the Geely EX5 and 306L in the Suzuki e Vitara, giving the Suzuki e Vitara a 4L advantage.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 7 years (Geely EX5) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Suzuki e Vitara). The Geely EX5 has longer coverage.