When Geely Philippines launched the 2021 Okavango last November, it’s evident that it plans to hit two or three birds with one stone. The reason for this is that the Okavango can compete in the seven-seater midsize SUV market, in the crossover segment, and even in the MPV category. It comes with dimensions that are similar to midsize SUVs but with a price tag that is within the ballpark figure of crossovers and MPVs offered in the local market.
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Speaking of the Okavango’s dimensions, it is larger than the Toyota Fortuner. To put things in perspective, the 2021 Okavango is 40mm longer and 45mm wider as compared to the Toyota midsize SUV. As such, the Okavango’s overall dimension is one of its selling points. Having a longer and wider body translates to a more spacious interior, a feature that’s crucial when you’re shopping for a seven-seater family hauler.
2021 Geely Okavango
Aside from its size, the 2021 Okavango also comes with notable interior features. The top-spec Urban trim comes with leather seats as well as a power-adjustable driver and front passenger seat. Moreover, the 2021 Okavango features seven individual seats, which is a unique feature when you compare it to other midsize SUVs in the market that usually comes with a 2+3+2 seat configuration (with the second-row seats as bench type).
The Okavango can accommodate seven occupants
In addition, the 2021 Okavango comes with triple-zone automatic climate control that allows the driver, front passenger, and rear occupants to select their desired temperature setting respectively. Talk about overall passenger comfort.
However, one of the downsides of the Geely Okavango, as compared to midsize SUVs, is its ground clearance. The Okavango has a ground clearance of 194mm, which is far from the usual number you see in the midsize SUVs offered in the market. Speaking of which, the Mitsubishi Montero Sport has a ground clearance of 218mm while the Ford Everest has 225mm. The Okavango’s ground clearance is more at par with crossover vehicles such as the Hyundai Tucson that has 172mm as well as with the Ford Territory’s 180mm.
Under the hood, the 2021 Geely Okavango is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine featuring a 48-volt electric motor. It can generate a maximum power output of 190 hp and 300 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission. One could argue that the Okavango’s 1.5-liter turbo gas engine makes the vehicle more like a crossover rather than a midsize SUV. Well, that argument is valid since crossover vehicles in the local market come with a similar power unit.
Rear of the 2021 Geely Okavango
Other than the engine, the Geely Okavango comes with a price tag that competes with the crossover and MPV vehicles in the market. The Okavango has a starting price of Php 1,208,000 for the Comfort variant while the top-spec Urban trim is priced at Php 1,328,000.
With that in mind, the entry-level variant of the seven-seater Okavango is priced just Php 29,000 more compared to the base trim of the five-seater Ford Territory, which is at Php 1,179,000. The Okavango is also closely priced with the Toyota Innova E variant (Php 1,320,000).
The Geely Okavango has a confident stance
But the price range of the 2021 Okavango differs significantly when you compare it to midsize SUVs such as the Toyota Fortuner and Mitsubishi Montero Sport. The Fortuner G 4x2 MT is priced at Php 1,633,000 while the Montero Sport GLX 4x2 MT is at Php 1,565,000. With that, the top-spec Okavango is way cheaper as it only comes with a price of Php 1,328,000.
Considering all the points above, the 2021 Okavango is a problem for other car brands in the Philippines. It stands and has the interior space of a seven-seater midsize SUV but it comes with a price tag of a crossover or even an MPV. Overall, the Okavango can be Geely’s challenger in three vehicle segments: midsize SUV, crossover, and MPV. Indeed, Geely Philippines wants to hit three birds with one stone through the 2021 Okavango.
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Know more about Geely Okavango 2024
The Geely Okavango 2024 is the first seven-seater from Geely Philippines for the Philippine market, which also makes it the biggest model in the lineup so far. Its quirky name was taken from the Okavango Delta, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa and the 1,000th World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO. Despite its unibody platform, Geely’s third model for Filipino customers is actually longer and wider than mainstream contenders in the truck-based midsize SUV category, measuring 4,835mm long, 1,900mm wide, and 1,785mm high. Ground clearance, however, is at a rather low 194mm.
The Geely Okavango’s price in the Philippines ranges from Php 1,363,000 for the base Comfort variant to Php 1,765,000 for the range-topping Urban Plus. Rivals in its segment include the Toyota Fortuner, Mitsubishi Montero Sport, Nissan Terra, Isuzu D-Max, and Ford Ranger.
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Geely Okavango Launch
The Geely Okavango is known as the Haoyue in the Chinese market. The Haoyue VX11 was officially launched in China last June 2020.
Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the official distributor of Geely vehicles in the country, officially launched the Okavango in November 2020. It is the brand’s challenger in the seven-seater SUV segment. The said vehicle expands Geely Philippines’ model lineup to three including the Coolray and the Azkarra.
The 2024 Geely Okavango is offered in three variants, Comfort, Urban, and Urban Plus.
Geely Okavango Exterior
The exterior of the Okavango Philippines has a bold and composed stance. The front end comes with sharp-looking headlights, an aggressive bumper design, and a large grille. Turning at the side, the vehicle is integrated with sharp character lines along with prominent fender flares that further add a muscular look to the Okavango. The rear, on the other hand, is equipped with distinctive taillights that look sleek and stylish. It also has a tailgate-mounted spoiler, a shark-fin antenna, and a bulky bumper.
Geely Okavango Interior
Geely PH says that the Okavango features a vast interior space that has a total of 19-seat configurations, 42 storage nooks, and compartments including a double-layer console. Occupants can sit comfortably in all three rows.
It has a three-zone air conditioning that will give passengers independent AC controls in the driver, front passenger, and rear passenger seats, a 360-degree panoramic camera with a best-in-class guidance system, and dynamic auxiliary lines. It also has 3 driving modes – Eco, Normal, and Sport.
Tech & Safety
The local-spec Geely Okavango features a 360-degree panoramic camera as well as three driving modes (Eco, Normal, and Spor). In addition, the Okavango is equipped with six SRS airbags, overspeed warning, electronic stability control, hill start assist, central locking with speed-sensing auto lock, and hill descent control. The Urban variant also comes with six airbags.
Platform & Chassis
The Geely Okavango comes with a MacPherson Independent suspension at the front and a Multi-link suspension setup at the rear. This seven-seater SUV is equipped with ventilated disc brakes up front and a solid disc at the back.
Geely Okavango Engine & Drivetrain
The Geely Okavango 2024 is powered by a 1.5L Turbo engine that was jointly developed by Geely and Volvo which is perfectly matched to a 7-speed wet-type dual-clutch transmission. It also has a Dual Variable-Valve Timing (DVVT) for a perfect balance of power optimization and fuel efficiency. And thanks to the 48V-EMS, the Okavango boasts of a maximum power of 190 hp and a maximum torque of 300 Nm.
The Geely Okavango 2024 is available in four colors: Grey, White, Silver, and Black.
Styling on the Geely Okavango 2024 is more subdued relative to its competitors, even more so when compared to its Coolray and Azakarra stablemates. While looks are subjective, the sheer interior space brought on by the vehicle’s size leaves very little room for interpretation. Three-row seating ensures more than adequate room for up to seven occupants, with a flexible configuration for carrying cargo. The top-spec Urban Plus features a large panoramic sunroof. A 10.25-inch touchscreen head unit is offered but without native support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Standard across all variants is a 1.5-liter 3-cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, rated at a combined output of 190 horsepower and 300 Nm of torque. Power is delivered to the front wheels through a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, with no option for a four-wheel drivetrain. Airbags, anti-lock brakes, parking sensors, and tire pressure monitoring are offered across the board, with the midrange Urban and flagship Urban Plus getting a 360-degree camera system similar to that used by the Fortuner and Terra. However, unlike most of its rivals, the Okavango does not have adaptive cruise control.
Geely Okavango 2024 Price List
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Geely Okavango 1.5 AT Comfort | ₱1,363,000 |
| Geely Okavango 1.5 AT Urban | ₱1,483,000 |
| Geely Okavango 1.5 AT Urban Plus | ₱1,765,000 |
Geely Okavango Pros & Cons
Pros
- Large dimensions
- Generous and flexible interior space
- Triple-zone climate control
- Mild-hybrid powertrain is both potent and efficient
Cons
- Low ground clearance compared to most SUVs
- Unibody construction less rugged than its rivals
- Front-wheel drivetrain only
Geely Okavango FAQs
1. How much is the 2024 Geely Okavango in the Philippines?
The price of the Geely Okavango in the Philippines ranges from P1,363,000 to P1,765,000.
2. Is Geely Okavango good for a long drive?
Yes, the Geely Okavango is generally considered a good car for long drives. It has a spacious and comfortable interior with ample legroom and headroom for passengers.
3. What is the fuel consumption of the Geely Okavango?
The 2024 Geely Okavango with the 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission has a combined fuel consumption rating of approximately 7.8 liters per 100 kilometers or 29 miles per gallon.
4. Is the Geely Okavango made in China?
Yes, the Geely Okavango is made in China. Geely is a Chinese automobile manufacturer and the Okavango is one of their models that is produced in their manufacturing facilities in China.
5. Is the Geely Okavango 7 seater?
Yes, the Geely Okavango is a seven-seater SUV. It has three rows of seats, with the first two rows able to accommodate three passengers each, and the third row able to accommodate two passengers.
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