Head-to-head
GAC Aion V vs Geely EX5
Two suvs priced within $1,600 of each other. Here's where each pulls ahead on range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
GAC Aion V
GAC's electric mid-size SUV — 75 kWh LFP battery, 510 km WLTP range, and 180 kW DC charging that recovers 10-80% in 16 minutes. Strong warranty backing.
- From
- $42,590
- Range
- 510 km
- Battery
- 75.3 kWh
Option B · SUV
Geely EX5
Geely is now selling under its own name in Australia (separate from Volvo, Polestar, Smart, etc.). The EX5 is the launch model — a 68 kWh LFP-battery small SUV with a fresh 5-star ANCAP rating.
- From
- $40,990
- Range
- 475 km
- Battery
- 68.4 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the GAC Aion V and Geely EX5, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
DC charging · advantage GAC Aion V
The GAC Aion V accepts 80 kW more DC peak charging (180 vs 100 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 2
Range · advantage GAC Aion V
The GAC Aion V goes 35 km further on a charge (510 vs 475 km WLTP).
- 3
Battery · advantage GAC Aion V
The GAC Aion V carries a 6.9 kWh larger battery (75.26 vs 68.39 kWh).
- 4
Warranty · advantage GAC Aion V
The GAC Aion V covers the vehicle for 1 more year (8 vs 7 yrs).
- 5
0–100 km/h · advantage Geely EX5
The Geely EX5 is 1.6 s quicker to 100 km/h (6.9 s vs 8.5 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the GAC Aion V wins
- ▸ 35 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (180 kW vs 100 kW)
- ▸ Longer warranty (8 years)
Where the Geely EX5 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,600
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (6.9s vs 8.5s)
GAC Aion V
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 8-year / 200,000 km warranty
- ✓ 16-min DC fast charge (10-80%)
- ✓ Generous 510 km WLTP range
What we don't
- ✕ GAC service network limited in Australia
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ Cabin styling polarising
Geely EX5
What we like
- ✓ Fresh 5-star ANCAP rating from 2025
- ✓ Quick 20-min DC fast charge (10-80%)
- ✓ 7-year unlimited-km vehicle warranty
What we don't
- ✕ Geely dealer network is brand new in Australia
- ✕ DC charging peak (100 kW) trails some rivals
- ✕ Resale value unproven for the standalone Geely brand
Frequently asked: GAC Aion V vs Geely EX5
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the GAC Aion V or the Geely EX5?
- The Geely EX5 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $40,990 versus $42,590 for the GAC Aion V, a $1,600 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The GAC Aion V has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 510 km, 35 km further than the Geely EX5's 475 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 V accepts a peak DC charging rate of 180 kW versus 100 kW for the Geely EX5. 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 Geely EX5 does 0–100 km/h in 6.9 seconds — 1.6 s quicker than the GAC Aion V's 8.5 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Which has the longer warranty?
- The GAC Aion V is covered by a 8-year vehicle warranty, versus 7 years for the Geely EX5. Both also carry separate high-voltage battery warranties — check the manufacturer's site for the latest kilometre and condition limits.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
GAC Aion V
if…
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you match the profile: suburban families
Choose the
Geely EX5
if…
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: family commuters
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.