Geely Galaxy plans local assembly, eyes 3,000 vehicle sales in three years

Geely Galaxy, the new-energy vehicle brand of China’s Geely Auto Group, has unveiled plans to assemble vehicles locally in Nigeria, targeting 3,000 unit sales within the next three years, signaling a long-term commitment to Africa’s largest automotive market amid growing interest in electric and hybrid vehicles.

This was stated at the official launch of the company’s three-model line-up, the EX5 EM-i, the EX5, and the EX2, designed to meet diverse customer needs across the Nigerian market.

The EX5 EM-i is a smart family SUV that combines petrol and electric power for extended driving range, reduced fuel consumption, and lower emissions.

The EX5 is a mid-size SUV with a premium, tech-forward interior and over 430 km of driving range, while the EX2 is an all-electric subcompact hatchback built for the realities of city life.

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Stephanie Odia of TIM Motors emphasised the vehicles’ safety technology at the launch event, noting that Geely Galaxy models come equipped with a Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance System featuring up to 16 functions, including automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, blind spot detection, and 360-degree surround cameras.

Geely Galaxy added that its entry into the market is backed by competitive pricing, financing options, and after-sales support, to encourage more Nigerians to consider brand-new vehicles, while strengthening its foothold in a market dominated by used vehicle imports.

TIM Motors has also been appointed as Geely Galaxy’s exclusive general distributor in Nigeria on the strength of its continental sales network and its track record of customer support across Africa.

Leon Zhan, general manager, passenger vehicle business unit at TIM International, said that Geely Galaxy projected sales of about 300 vehicles this year, rising to between 800 and 1,000 units in 2027, with annual sales expected to reach between 2,000 and 3,000 units within three years.

Zhan also clarified that Geely Galaxy operates independently from Geely’s existing distributor in Nigeria, focusing exclusively on New Energy Vehicles (NEV), while other distributors handle conventional gasoline-powered Geely models.