{"id":78676,"date":"2026-09-01T00:12:07","date_gmt":"2026-09-01T00:12:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/spain\/78676\/"},"modified":"2026-09-01T00:12:07","modified_gmt":"2026-09-01T00:12:07","slug":"fords-new-european-suv-for-will-be-built-in-spain-on-a-geely-platform","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/spain\/78676\/","title":{"rendered":"Ford’s new European SUV for will be built in Spain on a Geely platform"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ford’s next compact SUV for the European market may be designed to look rugged and rally-ready in a way that’s associated with American cars, but it is expected to be built on a platform from Chinese automaker Geely, according to Carscoops<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Ford has released few details about the model, which will use Geely’s Global Intelligent New Energy Architecture. The collaboration is a strong indication of the two companies’ expanding partnership, with production of the vehicle to take place at a Ford factory in Spain.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The partnership also illustrates how major carmakers are increasingly teaming up with new companies known for their electric vehicle<\/a> technology to bring low-pollution vehicles to market faster and at lower cost.<\/p>\n

Here’s what to know<\/p>\n

According to Carscoops, the new model is expected to be a compact crossover designed for “multi-energy” drivetrains, which suggests buyers will be able to choose between hybrid and fully electric versions<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The companies reportedly struck a deal in July to allow Geely to build vehicles at an existing Ford plant in Valencia. That plant has been operating at less than 25% of its output capacity for years, according to Carscoops.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Geely is expected to kick off its production at the plant with the all-electric EX2, with other models to follow.<\/p>\n

An Conghui, chairperson for Geely Auto Group, said in a recent earnings call that Ford’s upcoming model will be based on his company’s GEA platform. That same architecture already supports several Geely vehicles, including the battery-electric EX5 and the plug-in hybrid Starray, per Carscoops.\u00a0<\/p>\n

While details remain sparse, Ford has said the new SUV will feature “rally-bred” styling, signaling that the company is seeking to visually distinguish itself from Geely.\u00a0<\/p>\n

More background<\/p>\n

Using shared platforms can cut development time and lower costs while making it easier for companies to offer more body styles and powertrain options.<\/p>\n

Geely has said it expects the first vehicles to come off the line in 2028. Carscoops reported that Geely intends to build two new-energy models at the factory, while the venture is expected to turn out three Ford-branded multi-energy vehicles.<\/p>\n

Ford is also expected to launch a Bronco-branded SUV around 2028, but that vehicle is slated to use a different platform.<\/p>\n

Because EVs do not require oil changes and contain fewer wear-prone components than gas-powered cars, buying one<\/a> can save you money on the cost of maintenance as well as fuel.<\/p>\n

Pairing up to overcome challenges<\/p>\n

Ford and Geely both stand to benefit from the partnership. While Ford gets access to a flexible vehicle architecture that can support both hybrids and EVs, Geely gains a stronger manufacturing foothold in Europe.<\/p>\n

That kind of flexibility could help Ford respond more quickly to shifting consumer demand. The strategy could keep prices competitive by spreading development costs across multiple models.<\/p>\n

“This strategic cooperation with Ford is an important step towards open collaboration and is mutually beneficial to both parties,” Alex Nan, Geely Auto Group vice president, said<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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