Sojitz G Auto Philippines (SGAP), the official distributor of Geely vehicles in the country, has officially launched the 2021 Okavango, which is a vehicle that looks ready to make its own statement in the seven-seater SUV segment.
The said vehicle expands Geely Philippines’ model lineup to three that includes the Coolray and the Azkarra. The 2021 Okavango can be considered as a vehicle that’s meant to help maintain Geely PH’s momentum in the market. There’s no denying that the Geely Coolray subcompact crossover has put Geely PH in a good position since its launch last September 2019.
2021 Geely Okavango Philippines Quick look
Now, the brand is officially enlisted among the challengers in the Philippine seven-seater SUV battle royale. From the looks of it, the 2021 Okavango could pose a good challenge to the established seven-seater SUVs in the local market.
The 2021 Geely Okavango seven-seater SUV
But before anything else, you might be wondering what's behind the Okavango name. Okavango was derived from North-western Botswana’s vast inland delta, Okavango Delta. In 2014, UNESCO has recognized the Okavango Delta as its 1,000th World Heritage Site. It was also declared as one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Africa.
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Exterior
The 2021 Geely Okavango has a bold and composed exterior
The Geely Okavango features an aggressive-looking exterior design. It has a bold and composed stance that gives the vehicle a commanding presence. In fact, if you look into its dimensions, the 2021 Okavango is larger than the Toyota Fortuner. The Okavango is 40mm longer and 45mm wider as compared to the said Toyota midsize SUV. However, Geely’s SUV comes with a ground clearance of 194mm only. To put things in perspective, the Ford Everest has 225mm of ground clearance while the Mitsubishi Montero Sport has 218mm.
Aside from its size, the Okavango’s commanding presence is also highlighted by sharp-looking headlights, an aggressive bumper design, and a large grille. Of note, the Okavango is fitted with LED headlights and LED fog lamps.
The Geely Okavango comes with a commanding stance
The side of the 2021 Okavango comes with crisp character lines that further emphasize the vehicle’s fender flares. As such, the Okavango has a sharp and muscular look when viewed from the side. You also can’t help but notice the stylish aluminum alloy wheels of the Okavango that comes either in 17- or 18-inches, depending on the variant.
Look at those sharp character lines
The rear, on the other hand, features sleek LED taillights that give the Okavango a premium look. It also has a tailgate-mounted spoiler, which adds a bit of a sporty appeal to the vehicle. Moreover, the bulky built of the Okavango is further seen at the bumper.
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Interior
Interior of the 2021 Geely Okavango
The 2021 Geely Okavango features a dark interior theme along with silver trims and glossy black accents. Right at the center of the dashboard, you’ll see a 10.25-inch multimedia touchscreen that’s standard in both Comfort and Urban variants. The vehicle is also integrated with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.
The top-spec Urban trim comes with leather seats as well as a power-adjustable driver and front passenger seat. Of note, the 2021 Okavango features seven individual seats. Interestingly, Geely PH said that the Okavango comes with up to 19-seat configurations, 42 storage nooks, and compartments including a double-layer console.
The Okavango can accommodate seven occupants
Another notable feature of the Okavango is the triple-zone automatic climate control that allows the driver, front passenger, and rear occupants to select their desired temperature setting respectively.
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Tech & Safety
2021 Geely Okavango comes with six airbags
Like its other Geely siblings, the 2021 Geely Okavango comes with a boatload of tech and safety features. It is equipped with a 360-degree panoramic camera, an electronic parking brake, power tailgate, remote engine start, six airbags, among others. To give you confidence while you’re out on the road, the Okavango also has electronic stability control, hill start assist, and hill descent control. Not to mention, this vehicle comes with speed-sensing door locks.
Engine & Drivetrain
The 2021 Geely Okavango is offered in two variants, Comfort and Urban, which are both equipped with a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine featuring a 48-volt electric motor. The said power unit is the same engine setup found on the Geely Azkarra, and it can generate a maximum power output of 190 hp and 300 Nm of torque. It is mated to a seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission.
Pricing
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. Geely PH is offering the 2021 Okavango with the following exterior colors: Storm Grey, Porcelain White, Luna Silver, and Marble Black.
“It has been a challenging year for all of us particularly in the automotive businesses. However, I believe that the introduction of our affordable 7-seater crossover just came in the right time, as we expect new vehicle demand to recover in the coming months, particularly on core segments such as sub-compact cars, MPVs, and SUVs,”, said SGAP President & CEO Mikihisa Takayama.
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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.
₱ 1,523,000 - ₱ 1,765,000
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