The Geely Xingyue L (Chinese: 吉利星越L; pinyin: Jílì xīng yuè L, meaning "star cross") is a mid-size crossover SUV produced by Geely Auto.[4][5] It is marketed as the Geely Monjaro in export markets.

Geely Xingyue L
Overview
ManufacturerGeely Auto
Model codeKX11[1]
Also calledGeely Monjaro[2]
Production2021–present
AssemblyChina: Xi'an, Shaanxi
Designer
  • Zi Ye (exterior)
  • Wenli Zhang (Interior)[3]
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformCompact Modular Architecture
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Powertrain
Engine
Power output
  • 160–175 kW (215–235 hp; 218–238 PS) (2.0 L)
Transmission
  • 7-speed DCT (FWD)
  • 8-speed automatic (AWD)
  • 3-speed DHT (hybrid)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,845 mm (112.0 in)
Length4,770 mm (187.8 in)
Width1,895 mm (74.6 in)
Height1,689 mm (66.5 in)

In June 2024, Renault Korea introduced a redesigned version of the Xingyue L called the Renault Grand Koleos, which is produced in South Korea for the local market.

Overview

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Rear view

The Geely Xingyue L was code named the KX11 during development phase, and was designed by the Geely Design Global Center in Shanghai, China. The Geely Xingyue L rides on the CMA platform shared with the Geely Xingyue fastback compact crossover while being significantly larger and is positioned as a mid-size crossover SUV. According to Geely, the L means Larger (更大), Luxury (豪华), and Liberate (颠覆).[6]

Powertrain

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The Xingyue L is powered by the Drive-E series VEP4 2.0 liter inline-4 turbocharged injection engine from Volvo. The engine is available as the 2.0TD-T4 Evo and 2.0TD-T5 variants, with the 2.0TD-T4 Evo developing 218 hp (163 kW; 221 PS) and 325 N⋅m (240 lb⋅ft) of torque, and the more powerful 2.0TD-T5 variant developing 238 hp (177 kW; 241 PS) and 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft). Transmissions are a 7-speed DCT for the 2.0TD-T4 Evo engine and a 8-speed from Aisin for the 2.0TD-T5 engine.[7]

The 2.0TD high output model has a 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) acceleration of 7.7 seconds, while the 2.0TD middle output model has a 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) acceleration of 7.9 seconds, with a braking distance of 37.37 m (122.6 ft).[7]

Xingyue L Hi-X/ Hi-F

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Geely unveiled the Xingyue L Hi-X (later renamed to Hi-F) hybrid SUV in December 2021.[8] It gets a DHE 1.5 litre three-cylinder engine with electrified tech. Combined, the engine produces 245 PS (180 kW; 242 hp) and 540 N⋅m (398 lb⋅ft) of torque and has a claimed range of 1,000 kilometres (621 mi) on a full tank. There's also a three-stage gearbox and it does the accelerate from 0–100 kilometres per hour (0–62 mph) in just 7.9 seconds.

Xingyue L Hi-P

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Geely unveiled the Xingyue L Hi-P hybrid SUV in October 2022. The Xingyue L Hi-P gets a DHE 150kW 1.5 litre turbo engine plus electric motors. With the 41.2kWh CTP flat-panel battery fully charged, it can achieve a pure electric cruising range of 207.5km under WLTC conditions resulting in a claimed combined range of 1,250 kilometres (777 mi) on a full tank. Different from the Xingyue L Hi-X, the pure electric cruising range also allows it to obtain the free issued NEV green plate in China. The Xingyue L Hi·P also comes standard with DC fast charging, taking only 27 minutes to charge the battery from 30% to 80% when achieving the maximum charging power of 85kW.[9]

Xingyue L Zhiqing

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Geely unveiled the Xingyue L Zhiqing hybrid SUV in December 2023. The Zhiqing (智擎) powertrain is a 1.5 liter BHE inline-four engine with a 3-speed DHT PRO petrol-electric hybrid system with an efficiency of 4.79L/100km.[10]

References

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  1. ^ "Geely KX11 revealed in leaked pix; specs confirm 2.0T - paultan.org". Paul Tan's Automotive News. 2021-02-04. Retrieved 2023-11-25.
  2. ^ Team, The AutoPH (2022-02-11). "The Monjaro is the high-end Geely SUV we want in PH". AutoPH. Retrieved 2022-03-26.
  3. ^ "万物交响奏鸣曲 解读吉利星越L设计". autohome.com.cn. 2021-04-13. Retrieved 2021-04-23.
  4. ^ "Geely's new CMA SUV KX11 named Xingyue L". autonews.gasgoo.com. Retrieved 2021-02-19.
  5. ^ "Geely KX11 officially named "Xingyue L" triple-screen interior first exposure". INFNEWS. 2021-02-19. Retrieved 2021-02-19.
  6. ^ "外观内饰公布 吉利KX11正式定名为星越L". autohome.com.cn. 2021-02-19. Retrieved 2021-02-19.
  7. ^ a b "外观内饰公布 吉利KX11正式定名为星越L". autohome.com.cn. 2021-02-19. Retrieved 2021-04-13.
  8. ^ Tong, Matthew H (2021-12-28). "2022 Geely Xingyue L Hi-X - 245 PS, 540 Nm hybrid; 3-stage gearbox, 1,300 km range, 0-100 in 7.9 seconds!". Paul Tan's Automotive News. Retrieved 2024-04-13.
  9. ^ "2022 Geely Xingyue L Hi-P". dailyrevs.com. Retrieved 2023-04-06.
  10. ^ "Geely Xingyue L Zhiqing Petrol-electric Hybrid Vehicle". weidi-car.com. Retrieved 2024-04-29.