2027 Geely Xingyuan/EX2 spied – new wheels, column shifter; more range for Proton eMas 5 twin?

It’s only been a year since the Geely Xingyuan (known globally as the EX2) was launched in China, and there’s already been a minor model year update – and if these spyshots from Autohome are any indication, there will be another one next year.

Despite the camouflage, it’s clear that the design hasn’t changed at all, with the only discernible difference being the new turbine-style aero covers for the base 15-inch steel wheels. The interior sees a more drastic revision, with the gear selector moved to a stalk on the steering column, similar to the Geely Galaxy E5/Geely EX5/Proton eMas 7.

This will necessitate a redesign of the centre console switch pack, which is why that area remains unfinished on this prototype. The steering wheel has also been lifted from the Galaxy E5 with the Geely Galaxy rectangular badge, meaning that all traces of the Geometry brand’s “Geome” script will likely be expunged.

No details of any mechanical changes have been made known so far, but we could see larger battery options being offered, which would boost the car’s meagre range. This would mirror the recent improvements made to the Galaxy E5 and the Galaxy Starship 7 plug-in hybrid in China. Range increases were speculated for the 2026 model year, too, but the car ended up receiving only minor visual updates from its Proton eMas 5 twin.

As a recap, the current model is offered in two powertrain variants, with the base model getting a single rear motor producing 79 PS and 130 Nm of torque, as well as a 30.12 kWh CATL lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery for a WLTP-rated range of only 225 km range. Higher-end versions churn out 116 PS (85 kW) and 150 Nm, while a larger 40.16 kWh battery delivers a more useful 325 km of range.

Any improvements in range will hopefully be carried over to the eMas 5, which is set to compete against the Perodua QV-E. That car, launching in just a few minutes, is expected to offer a real-world range of around 385 km from its 52.5 kWh LFP battery, also from CATL.

GALLERY: 2026 Geely Xingyuan