Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the official distributor of Geely vehicles in the country, has opened a new dealership in Iloilo under its dealer partner, MNV Group.
New Geely dealership in Iloilo City
With that in mind, the Chinese automaker now has two dealerships in the Visayas region, reflecting the car brand’s commitment to reach out to more Filipinos nationwide. The new and 14th dealership of the car brand in Iloilo joins Geely Cebu in the business network of SGAP in the said region.
Located at Benigno Aquino Ave. Brgy. Dungon, Jaro, Iloilo City, the newly-opened dealership is built based on the Geely International Standards. The Geely International Standards guides its showrooms to adopt the highest standards to enhance the car buying experience for its customers.
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The Geely Iloilo sits on a 1,850-sqm. land that enables it to showcase the car brand’s crossover and SUV lineup. These vehicles include the Coolray subcompact crossover which was recently hailed as the best-selling model in its respective segment last May, the Azkarra compact crossover, and the 7-seater Okavango midsize SUV.
Ilonggos may visit Geely Iloilo from Monday to Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 7 p.m. The newly-opened dealership will further boost Geely’s presence in the Western Visayas region which SGAP said is an emerging automotive market.
“We want to stay true to our commitment to rapidly expand our dealer network to reach our growing number of customers not just in Luzon but also in Visayas and Mindanao. And as always, we are grateful for all our partners’ trust in us as we bring Geely close to more people all over the country,” said SGAP President and CEO Yosuke Nishi.
Geely Philippines offers feature-loaded vehicles at a relatively affordable price
Now that the Geely Iloilo has been inaugurated, the goal of opening 13 more dealerships this year is now down to 10. Soon, the Chinese automaker will expand its dealership network in Manila City, Santa Rosa, Bacolod, Dagupan, San Fernando, Marikina, Las Piñas, Tacloban City, Taytay-Cainta, Marilao.
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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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