Geely EX5 vs Volkswagen T-Roc

The Geely EX5 starts from $41,990 before on-road costs, while the Volkswagen T-Roc opens at $41,990. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.

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 $46,189 respectively.

The Geely EX5 currently qualifies for the electric-vehicle FBT exemption, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Volkswagen T-Roc does not: only battery-electric vehicles qualify.

Matching the Geely EX5's standard equipment means adding extra-cost options to the Volkswagen T-Roc, and one is priced only inside a package whose price the manufacturer doesn't publish, so the true gap is larger than the sticker difference suggests.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

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

The Geely EX5 features a 15.4-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.2-inch digital dash, while the Volkswagen T-Roc gets a 8-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Geely EX5 stands out with heated front seats and V2L — features our data doesn't list for the Volkswagen T-Roc. The Volkswagen T-Roc counters with power tailgate and ambient lighting. 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 Volkswagen T-Roc responds with a Petrol making 110kW and 250Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.7 seconds.

The Geely EX5 has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 110kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Geely EX5 is 1.8s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Geely EX5 measures 4,615mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 364mm longer than the Volkswagen T-Roc at 4,251mm (2,603mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Geely EX5 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 302L in the Geely EX5 and 445L in the Volkswagen T-Roc, giving the Volkswagen T-Roc a 143L 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 (Volkswagen T-Roc). The Geely EX5 has longer coverage.