Geely Galaxy TT super-sedan launched: Is this the Xiaomi SU7 rival that we’ll actually get in Australia?
The Geely Galaxy TT has arrived as a sleek, fast alternative to the fast-selling Xiaomi SU7 that could also provide a bargain-priced rival to the Porsche Taycan if it follows the inbound Galaxy Cruiser to Australia.
Scheduled for launch as soon as next month in China, the new Geely Galaxy TT has courted controversy by mimicking the Xiaomi SU7’s styling in a bid to attract a more youthful audience.
It’s no wonder. According to the smartphone-turned car-maker, orders for the latest facelifted Xiaomi SU7 rocketed past 80,000 in less than two months.
READ MORE: Geely EX2 Australian pricing announced: It’s not the cheapest new EV on-sale locally, but it’s darn close!
READ MORE: Massive changes for Geely EX5: Power hike, rear-wheel drive, active aero. Look out Tesla and BYD!
READ MORE: Look out Denza B5, Toyota Prado and Ford Everest! Geely Galaxy Cruiser 700 is launching with an 830kW tri-motor plug-in powertrain
Featuring fastback styling, the new Galaxy TT also closely mirrors the SU7’s dimensions, measuring 4999mm long, 1919mm wide and 1479mm tall, with a lengthy 2920mm wheelbase.
Beneath its sleek skin, the Galaxy TT doesn’t skimp on tech, featuring an 800-volt electrical architecture that can be paired with either a 52.4kWh, 63.8kWh or 75.2kWh battery pack.
Sourced from CATL, the batteries provide a claimed range of up to 725km on the lenient Chinese CLTC test cycle.
While entry-level versions come with a 245kW single electric motor, the flagship dual-motor version produces 425kW.
Keeping it stable at speed is a large three-stage rear spoiler that pivots up to 22.5 degrees for maximum downforce.
The full-width rear tail-light, meanwhile, is said to house as many as 108 individual LEDs.
Inside, there’s an egg-shaped digital instrument cluster and a wide augmented reality head-up display, plus a large landscape-mounted infotainment touchscreen that sits above twin wireless chargers, a pair of air vents and an analogue clock.
There are also some physical buttons and a crystal rotary controller, while perched on top of the touchscreen is Geely’s AI-powered onboard assistant.
Boosting practicality is a generous 110-litre frunk and a 475-litre boot, along with a 53-litre underfloor storage compartment.
Inside, there’s also a 12-litre slide-out glovebox, an 8.5-litre drawer beneath the rear bench and a further 5.2-litre heated or cooled storage box.
The Galaxy TT is set to come with Geely’s most sophisticated driver assistance technology, including supervised hands-free driving capability in urban areas and on highways. However, the system relies on a roof-mounted LiDAR unit that is not expected to be offered in export markets.
Pricing and the full specification have yet to be announced, but the Geely Galaxy TT is tipped to be priced to at least match the Xiaomi SU7, which starts at 219,900 yuan (A$46,700).
