{"id":5192,"date":"2026-04-14T06:54:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T06:54:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/5192\/"},"modified":"2026-04-14T06:54:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T06:54:09","slug":"geely-unveils-new-hybrid-tech-to-challenge-japanese-dominance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/5192\/","title":{"rendered":"Geely unveils new hybrid tech to challenge Japanese dominance"},"content":{"rendered":"

Geely launched its next-generation i-HEV hybrid technology, featuring a record-breaking engine thermal efficiency of 48.41%.
\nThe system delivers a maximum electric drive power of 230 kilowatts, 1.72 times higher than similar technologies used in traditional HEVs.<\/p>\n

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Geely has unveiled its next-generation i-HEV hybrid technology, marking a crucial step in the Chinese automaker’s transition toward new energy.<\/p>\n

Unlike the hybrid systems used in regular new energy vehicles (NEVs), Geely’s latest technology targets the traditional hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) segment, a category not classified as NEVs in China.<\/p>\n

Equipped with the Xingrui AI Cloud Power 2.0 large model, the system’s dedicated hybrid engine achieves a thermal efficiency of 48.41%, setting a new record for mass-produced engines, Geely said on Monday.<\/p>\n

The new technology will first be rolled out in flagship models of the “China Star” series, including the Xingrui and Xingyue L, bringing the Xingrui i-HEV’s WLTC fuel consumption down to 3.98 liters per 100 kilometers.<\/p>\n

The system’s maximum electric drive power reaches 230 kilowatts, which is 1.72 times higher than similar technologies found in traditional HEVs, according to the company.<\/p>\n

This delivers improved fuel economy, reducing engine operating time by 27% compared to conventional HEV models.<\/p>\n

Beyond fuel efficiency, the next-generation i-HEV technology is built on the GEEA 3.0 electronic and electrical architecture and features an AI digital chassis.<\/p>\n

The new smart cabin system integrates the DeepSeek large model and supports Huawei smartphone connectivity, significantly enhancing the vehicle’s intelligence and overall driving experience.<\/p>\n

Over the past few years, driven by the rapid expansion of China’s NEV industry, domestic automakers have made swift advancements in plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) and battery electric vehicle (BEV) technologies.<\/p>\n

Because HEVs are not classified as NEVs in China, they do not benefit from the same level of policy support. As a result, the segment has often been overlooked by domestic players, leaving it largely dominated by Japanese automakers.<\/p>\n

Geely’s technological upgrade demonstrates competitive advantages over traditional Japanese rivals in terms of motor power, smart features, and fuel efficiency.<\/p>\n

As the company prepares to roll out its high-efficiency HEV lineup in 2026, Japanese automakers are likely to face more pressure in this market segment.<\/p>\n

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