Geely Starray EM-i vs Subaru Crosstrek

The Geely Starray EM-i starts from $37,490 before on-road costs, while the Subaru Crosstrek opens at $36,490. That makes the Subaru Crosstrek the more affordable entry point by $1,000.

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 $41,239 and $40,139 respectively.

The Geely Starray EM-i qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Subaru Crosstrek, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Geely Starray EM-i by roughly $9,685 in fuel alone.

Both the Geely Starray EM-i and Subaru Crosstrek hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Subaru Crosstrek packs more ADAS features with 5 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 4 in the Geely Starray EM-i.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Geely Starray EM-i and 9 in the Subaru Crosstrek.

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 Starray EM-i features a 15.4-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.2-inch digital dash, while the Subaru Crosstrek gets a 11.6-inch display and 4.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Geely Starray EM-i stands out with Apple CarPlay and V2L that you will not find on the Subaru Crosstrek. The Subaru Crosstrek counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, panoramic roof and power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Geely Starray EM-i uses a Petrol producing 193kW and 262Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8 seconds.

The Subaru Crosstrek responds with a Petrol making 115kW and 196Nm, paired to a cvt driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.9 seconds.

The Geely Starray EM-i has the clear power advantage at 193kW vs 115kW. In the real-world sprint, the Geely Starray EM-i is 2.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Geely Starray EM-i measures 4,740mm long on a 2,755mm wheelbase, 245mm longer than the Subaru Crosstrek at 4,495mm (2,670mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Geely Starray EM-i generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 428L in the Geely Starray EM-i and 291L in the Subaru Crosstrek, giving the Geely Starray EM-i a 137L advantage.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $115/year for the Geely Starray EM-i and $2,052/year for the Subaru Crosstrek. That is a $1,937 annual difference in favour of the Geely Starray EM-i.

Estimated annual total: $115 (Geely Starray EM-i) vs $2,052 (Subaru Crosstrek). The Geely Starray EM-i saves you roughly $1,937 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (Geely Starray EM-i) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Subaru Crosstrek). The Geely Starray EM-i has longer coverage.