Geely has released more photos of the new
Haoyue, which was previously referred to as the VX11. This time, we finally get
to see the large SUV, which is available with five or seven seats, in more
favourable lighting. Design-wise, the Haoyue features cues seen on other SUV
models in Geely’s line-up, including the Boyue and Binyue. Up front, there’s
the signature “expanding cosmos” grille that forms part of the front fascia,
and that is joined by an aggressive bumper as well as angular headlamps bearing
an L-shaped daytime running light signature.
Along the sides, we find prominent,
squared off wheel arches that are highlighted by black body cladding that wraps
around the entire lower section of the vehicle. Also visible from this angle
are the 18-inch wheels and a window line that gently rises from the C- to
D-pillar.
At the rear, the taillights appear to be
inspired by the Icon, with horizontal-styled, two-piece taillights that are
linked by a trim piece with the Geely script in the middle. The tailgate looks
largely featureless beyond that, while the lower apron accommodates the number
plate holder and two “vent-like” sections for the reflectors and rear fog
lights. Other lighting bits include a third brake light hidden underneath the
roof-mounted spoiler.
Bringing some figures into the mix, the
Haoyue measures 4,835 mm long, 1,900 mm wide, 1,780 mm tall, with a wheelbase
spanning 2,815 mm. To bring some context to its size, the Mazda CX-8 – also a
three-row, seven-seat SUV – is 4,900 mm long, 1,840 mm wide, 1,730 mm tall, and
has a wheelbase of 2,930 mm.
Given those figures, the interior space
looks very encouraging based on these photos. Official details like boot
capacity have yet to be given but with the second- and third-row seats folded
down, a model with a guitar can fit inside to strum along comfortably. Access
from the rear also looks hassle-free with a wide aperture when the tailgate is
opened.
It also looks rather airy inside the
cabin, with plenty of glass to invite natural light inside, including from
above, where a large panoramic roof spans across the front and second-row
seats. On the mention of the front passenger compartment, we see more hints of
the Icon in the dashboard, albeit not a direct copy.
The
Haoyue’s dash sees the corner and centre air vents arranged in a straight line
to make room for a traditional cowl over the digital instrument cluster
display. Meanwhile, the large widescreen in the middle is linked to the car’s
infotainment system, with the climate controls being place further downwards.
The centre stack looks largely identical
to the Icon in terms of design, but the cupholders have been brought forward to
make room for a large cubby space just ahead of the centre armrest/storage
space. Items that appear to be part of the kit list include four-zone climate
control with second-row vents, ambient lighting and leather upholstery.
Reports suggest that under the bonnet, the
big SUV will be offered with two turbocharged engines. The first is Geely’s
existing 1.5 litre three-cylinder that serves up 174 hp and 225 Nm of torque,
which is paired with either a six-speed automatic or seven-speed dual-clutch
transmission. There’s also a 1.8 litre four-cylinder unit that is found on the
Boyue Pro that serves up 181 hp and 300 Nm. Despite the increased displacement,
the gains over the 1.5 litre powerplant isn’t all that much, and the larger
mill is said to come with a seven-speed DCT instead.