Is the Geely Icon a hybrid?
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Geely Icon is a hybrid vehicle, equipped with a 48V mild hybrid system. More details about the Geely Icon are as follows: 1. The Geely Icon is powered by a 1.5-liter three-cylinder turbocharged engine, which delivers 177 horsepower and a maximum torque of 255 Nm. This engine can output maximum power at 5500 rpm and maximum torque between 1500 and 4000 rpm. 2. The engine features DVVT technology and a 48V mild hybrid system, and it uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block. 3. The front suspension of the Geely Icon uses a MacPherson independent suspension, while the rear suspension employs a multi-link independent suspension.
Last week, I specifically researched the Geely ICON when accompanying my sister to look at cars. This model is entirely gasoline-powered across the lineup. It uses a 1.5T three-cylinder engine paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. The green license plates in the showroom were all on the Boyue New Energy models. I remember the salesperson even pulled out the configuration sheet to show me, saying this car mainly targets the young market, with a solid BMA architecture, but it doesn’t even come with a 48V mild hybrid system. Honestly, if you want a hybrid at this price point, the BYD Song Pro DM-i or Geely’s Emgrand L Thor version next door would be more suitable, with fuel consumption as low as just over 4 liters. However, the ICON’s transparent chassis and hidden door handles are pretty cool, and my sister ended up placing an order purely for its looks.
I drove my friend's ICON Chocolate Edition and specifically checked under the hood. There were no high-voltage cables or orange wiring harnesses commonly seen in hybrid models. The fuel consumption label filed with MIIT shows 6.3L, which wouldn't be that high if it were a hybrid. The only regret is the lack of a hybrid system, but its 540-degree camera system really gives beginners peace of mind when driving. If you're looking for a hybrid, I'd suggest waiting for the facelift. Currently, the Galaxy L7 and Lynk & Co 08 PHEV are both excellent options.
