Geely debuted the Coolray in the Philippine automotive market last September 2019 with the tagline that says “bring the fun back in driving.” Instantly, the Coolray has caught our attention due to its striking exterior design and premium-looking interior layout.
The Coolray is offered in three variants: Comfort, Premium, and Sport. The starting price for the Coolray is Php 978,000 while the mid variant is priced at Php 1,088,000, and the top-of-the-line variant has a sticker price of Php 1,198,000.
Looking at the prices, you can see that each variant has a price difference of Php 110,000. On the other hand, if you compare the price of the entry-level Coolray to the top-of-the-line variant, the difference is Php 220,000.
The Geely Coolray is a vehicle that has a lot of style points
With the price difference in mind, Geely Philippines told us that its best-selling Coolray is not the Comfort variant, which is the base model. Yes, Filipino car buyers who purchased the Coolray did not opt for the entry-level variant.
Instead, Geely PH says the top-of-the-line Coolray Sport is the best-selling model among all the locally available variants.
The Geely Coolray is fitted with the same engine across all variants. It is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine that delivers 177 hp and 255 Nm of torque. Power is sent to the front wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.
The exterior and interior design are also relatively the same across all variants. Okay, so why do people go for the top-spec Coolray variant if all of the variants have the same engine and design? Here’s why.
Staring contest, anyone?
The top-spec Coolray is fitted with LED headlights and fog lights, which adds extra style points as compared to the halogen lights seen in the Comfort (entry-level model) and Premium (mid-level) variants.
Moreover, the Coolray Sport gets a set of sportier-looking 18-inch wheels as compared to the Comfort’s 17-inch.
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Look at that sleek interior
Inside, the top-spec Coolray is equipped with leather seats compared to the fabric seats found in the Comfort variant. Features such as a smart keyless entry system and panoramic sunroof further set the Coolray Sport apart from the Comfort variant.
And oh, the top-spec variant is the only Geely Coolray 2020 that has an electronically adjustable driver seat. With the said features, the Coolray Sport has a more premium-looking interior as compared to the entry-level variant.
The Coolray can take you for some stargazing
The most notable difference of the top-spec Coolray variant is its tech features. For us, the Sport variant’s tech goodies are the clincher as to why Geely Coolray buyers in the Philippines prefer to buy the top-of-the-line variant.
The Coolray Sport is integrated with the brand’s G-Pilot system that includes automatic parking or active parking assist.
This tech feature enables the Geely Coolray Sport to park by itself. Yes, you got that right. The top-spec variant can park automatically by itself in a parallel or perpendicular position with just a push of a button.
The top-spec variant also comes with safety features such as blind-spot monitoring, and tire pressure monitoring.
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It seems that the Geely Coolray looks good in any color
As such, it’s not difficult to understand why Filipino car buyers prefer to get the top-spec Coolray variant. It simply has more to offer as seen on its more stylish exterior that’s highlighted by LED headlights.
The Coolray Sport also comes with a more premium-looking interior brought upon by the leather seats and panoramic sunroof. Lastly, the top-spec variant is loaded with features that help you to have a safer drive.
And oh, the Coolray Sport’s automatic parking tech is a cool and an essential feature especially if you’re not yet confident in your own parking skills.
If you ask us, the Coolray Sport’s loaded features will actually make you forget that you paid for an additional Php 220,000.
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Know more about Geely Coolray 2024
The Geely Coolray 2024 is a subcompact crossover. In the local market, this model has three variants with a price ranging from Php 1,083,000 to Php 1,299,000.
Under the hood of the Coolray is a 1.5-liter inline-3 turbocharged gasoline engine capable of making up to 177 horsepower and 255 Nm of torque. It is then linked to a seven-speed wet-type dual-clutch gearbox sending power to its front wheels.
Size-wise, the Coolray is 4,330mm long, 1,800mm wide, and 1,609mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,600mm.
Locally, the Coolray competes against the likes of the Toyota Raize, Nissan Kicks, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Mazda CX-3, Honda HR-V, Chevrolet Tracker, MG ZS, among others.
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Geely Coolray Launch
Launched in September 2019, the Geely Coolray was introduced with three variants: the Comfort Turbo, the Premium Turbo, and the Sport Turbo. In 2022, Geely Philippines axed the Sport variant.
A special edition version was available for a time. But when the marque updated the model into the Coolray for 2024, the SE variants including the SE Sport trim made a return.
Geely Coolray Exterior
Depending on the variant, the Coolray is equipped with a power liftgate, LED lighting, power-folding side mirrors, and a sporty-looking roof-mounted spoiler. Other trims come standard with halogen lighting, projector halogen headlamps, and a manual liftgate. All come kitted out with LED daytime running lights.
The top-spec SE Sport and the mid-spec SE Premium then ride on a set of 18-inch alloy wheels. The entry-level SE Comfort meanwhile gets a smaller 17-inch set.
Geely Coolray Interior
Step inside the Coolray and you’ll find a cabin that can comfortably accommodate five occupants. It also has a default cargo volume of 330 liters.
On the top-spec SE Sport model, it gets power-adjustable seating, a leather steering wheel, and a single-zone automatic air-conditioning system. Standard on all variants is a 60:40 split folding rear seat.
Technology & Safety Features
Handling the entertainment needs of the Coolray's occupants is a 10.25-inch touchscreen headunit. For connectivity, it uses QD Link. The said touchscreen is then connected to a six-piece speaker system.
Available as standard to the Coolray is an array of safety features. These include anti-lock braking, traction control, stability control, and hill-descent control. The higher-spec models add on to those with a reverse and blind spot monitor, while the top-spec SE Sport gets a 360-degree view monitor.
Both the SE Premium and SE Sport also come with Smart Keyless Entry and tire pressure monitoring. Only the SE Sport comes with an active park assist system.
Standard on all Coolray variants are dual front airbags. The SE Premium and SE Sport meanwhile get additional side airbags, while only the SE Sport comes with curtain airbags.
Geely Coolray Platform & Chassis
The 2024 Geely Coolray uses the Geely B-Segment Modular Architecture Platform which it shares with the Emgrand sedan, and other cars sold by Geely and its subsidiaries worldwide.
For suspensions, it uses a MacPherson strut for the front and a torsion beam suspension for the rear. Braking is then handled by a ventilated front disc brake and a solid rear disc brake. All trims also come with an electronic parking brake with an auto-hold function.
Engine & Drivetrain
The 2024 Geely Coolray uses a 1.5-liter inline-3 turbocharged gasoline engine paired with a seven-speed wet-type dual-clutch gearbox. At maximum, it can produce up to 177 horsepower and 255Nm of torque.
Geely Coolray 2024 Price List
Let's check out the Geely Coolray 2024 price in September in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Geely Coolray 1.5 Comfort Turbo SE | ₱1,083,000 |
| Geely Coolray 1.5 Premium Turbo SE | ₱1,218,000 |
| Geely Coolray 1.5 Sport Turbo SE | ₱1,299,000 |
Geely Coolray FAQs
1. What type of car is the Geely Coolray?
The Geely Coolray is classified as a subcompact crossover.
2. When did the Geely Coolray arrive in the Philippines?
The Coolray entered the Philippine automotive market in September 2019.
3. Is the Geely Coolray fuel efficient?
According to Philkotse's test drive, the Coolray's fuel consumption averages from 14.6 - 16.4 km/l with normal driving conditions.
4. Which the Geely Coolray is best?
If you want the brilliant conversation starter and/or if you actually have trouble with parking then get the Coolray Sport. If you really want to enjoy a vehicle with less electronic knick-knacks, then get the Coolray Comfort.
₱ 1,083,000 - ₱ 1,299,000
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