
Geely Vision 1.5L 109HP L4 engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission model performs the most fuel-efficient. 1. Geely Borui: The Geely Borui 1.8T displacement has an average fuel consumption of 10-11 liters per 100 kilometers, while the 2.4L and 3.5L naturally aspirated engines average 11-12 liters per 100 kilometers. 2. Geely Emgrand: The Geely Emgrand 1.3T displacement averages around 8 liters per 100 kilometers, while the 1.5L model averages 8-9 liters per 100 kilometers. 3. Geely Haijing: The Geely Haijing 1.5L and 1.8L both average 7-8 liters per 100 kilometers. 4. Geely Vision: The Geely Vision 1.3T displacement averages 8 liters per 100 kilometers, while the 1.5L and 1.8L displacements average 7-8 liters per 100 kilometers. 5. Boyue: The Boyue 1.8T and 2.0L have very similar average fuel consumption, both between 9.2-9.6 liters, while the 1.8T is slightly higher, averaging 10.82 liters, close to 11 liters.

The Emgrand series is undoubtedly Geely's fuel-saving champion. My 4th-gen Emgrand with a 1.5L+CVT has been running for two years, averaging 7-7.5L in urban rush hours and dropping to just over 6L on smooth elevated roads. The new 4th-gen Emgrand now equipped with the BHE15 engine is even more economical—a friend who just got one reports a combined fuel consumption of 6.8L. If the budget allows, the Emgrand L Raytheon Hi·P hybrid is the way to go, with a real-world fuel consumption of just 3.8L even when running on battery depletion. A full tank can last a month of commuting with only two gas station visits. The 1.5T version of the Xingrui is also pleasantly surprising; despite being turbocharged and paired with a 7DCT, gentle driving yields a combined consumption of around 7.5L, lower than some Japanese naturally aspirated models. However, for ultimate fuel efficiency, the Emgrand L Raytheon is the top recommendation—short trips can be driven purely on electric power, consuming almost no fuel.

Having tested five Geely models, the 1.5T engine in the Bin Yue COOL was a pleasant surprise. Initially assuming SUVs would be fuel-guzzlers, this 181-horsepower unit paired with a 7DCT transmission delivered 6.9L/100km on suburban highways and just 8.2L/100km in city traffic—nearly 2L/100km more efficient than the Haval H6 I'd driven. The Emgrand family speaks for itself, with the classic 1.5L manual version now hot in the used-car market, easily achieving 6.5L/100km in experienced hands. The recently tested Boyue L hybrid was even more impressive, recording just 5.2L/100km on highways with AC at 25°C—outperforming Toyota's hybrids. But the standout recommendation is the newly launched Galaxy L6, which posted a remarkable 4.3L/100km in charge-sustaining mode, costing just ¥0.35 per kilometer on 92-octane fuel.


