Head-to-head
GAC Aion UT vs Geely EX2
The Geely EX2 starts $4,500 (15%) below the GAC Aion UT. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · Hatch
GAC Aion UT
GAC's electric small hatch — 60 kWh LFP battery, 430 km WLTP range, and an 8-year / 200,000 km battery warranty. Aggressive launch pricing at $30,990 for the first 600 buyers.
- From
- $30,990
- Range
- 430 km
- Battery
- 60 kWh
Option B · Hatch
Geely EX2
Australia's second-cheapest EV at $26,490 — a rear-drive city hatch that reached showrooms in late July 2026 with an unusually long standard safety list and Geely's 7-year warranty.
- From
- $26,490
- Range
- 252 km
- Battery
- 35.4 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the GAC Aion UT and Geely EX2, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage GAC Aion UT
The GAC Aion UT goes 178 km further on a charge (430 vs 252 km WLTP).
- 2
Battery · advantage GAC Aion UT
The GAC Aion UT carries a 24.6 kWh larger battery (60 vs 35.35 kWh).
- 3
0–100 km/h · advantage GAC Aion UT
The GAC Aion UT is 6.9 s quicker to 100 km/h (7.3 s vs 14.2 s).
- 4
Power · advantage GAC Aion UT
The GAC Aion UT puts down 90 kW more (150 vs 60 kW).
- 5
Price · advantage Geely EX2
The Geely EX2 undercuts the GAC Aion UT by $4,500 (15%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the GAC Aion UT wins
- ▸ 178 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.3s vs 14.2s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (87 kW vs 60 kW)
- ▸ Longer warranty (8 years)
Where the Geely EX2 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $4,500
GAC Aion UT
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 8-year vehicle warranty (unlimited km)
- ✓ Generous 200,000 km battery warranty distance
- ✓ Quick 24-min DC charge (10-80%)
What we don't
- ✕ GAC service network is brand new in Australia
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ Launch pricing rises after first 600 orders
Geely EX2
What we like
- ✓ Second-cheapest EV in Australia at $26,490
- ✓ Full safety suite standard on both trims
- ✓ 7-year unlimited-km warranty, 8 years on the battery
What we don't
- ✕ Entry Complete's 252 km WLTP suits city duty only
- ✕ 60–80 kW DC charging is modest by 2026 standards
- ✕ No ANCAP rating yet
Frequently asked: GAC Aion UT vs Geely EX2
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the GAC Aion UT or the Geely EX2?
- The Geely EX2 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $26,490 versus $30,990 for the GAC Aion UT, a $4,500 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The GAC Aion UT has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 430 km, 178 km further than the Geely EX2's 252 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The GAC Aion UT accepts a peak DC charging rate of 87 kW versus 60 kW for the Geely EX2. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The GAC Aion UT does 0–100 km/h in 7.3 seconds — 6.9 s quicker than the Geely EX2's 14.2 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Geely EX2 better value than the GAC Aion UT?
- On paper the Geely EX2 is $4,500 cheaper, but trails the GAC Aion UT on the core measurable specs. The saving might still be worth it if you don't need the extra range, power or charging speed — but the GAC Aion UT is the spec-sheet winner.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
GAC Aion UT
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (178 km further per charge)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: budget-conscious commuters
Choose the
Geely EX2
if…
- ✓ you want to save $4,500 on the sticker
- ✓ you match the profile: first-car buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.