Vehicle Comparison

Comparing 2 vehicles

Summary

Next-gen Chinese hybrid technology takes on Europe's perennial bestselling plug-in hybrid: Geely Starray EM-i vs Ford Kuga PHEV.

Verdict

The Geely Starray EM-i dominates on powertrain efficiency with its 46.5% thermal efficiency NordThor engine, standard 30 kW DC rapid charging, and 18.4 kWh LFP battery. The Ford Kuga counters with sharper European driving dynamics, trusted fleet residuals, and an established dealer network.

Geely Starray EM-i

2026 • C-SUV

Adult Occupant

88%

Child Occupant

85%

Pedestrian

77%

Safety Assist

80%

5/5

Euro NCAP

2025

Ford Kuga

2024 • SUV

Adult Occupant

89%

Child Occupant

88%

Pedestrian

72%

Safety Assist

75%

5/5

Euro NCAP

2024

Detailed Comparison

Specification

Geely

Starray EM-i

Ford

Kuga

Electric Range

83 km

Best Value

65 km

Fuel Consumption

2.4 L/100km

1.05 L/100km

Best Value

Battery Capacity

18.4 kWh

Best Value

14.4 kWh

Power

217 HP

243 HP

Best Value

Engine Displacement

1.5 L

2.5 L

CO₂ Emissions

24 g/km

Best Value

24 g/km

Best Value

AC Charge Time

2.5h

Best Value

3.5h

DC Charge Time

20 min

Best Value

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Trunk Volume

528 L

Best Value

412 L

Seats

Warranty

6 years

Best Value

3 years

Euro NCAP Rating

5/5

Best Value

5/5

Electric Range

Geely Starray EM-i

83 km

Best Value

Ford Kuga

65 km

Fuel Consumption

Geely Starray EM-i

2.4 L/100km

Ford Kuga

1.05 L/100km

Best Value

Battery Capacity

Geely Starray EM-i

18.4 kWh

Best Value

Ford Kuga

14.4 kWh

Power

Geely Starray EM-i

217 HP

Ford Kuga

243 HP

Best Value

Engine Displacement

Geely Starray EM-i

1.5 L

Ford Kuga

2.5 L

CO₂ Emissions

Geely Starray EM-i

24 g/km

Best Value

Ford Kuga

24 g/km

Best Value

AC Charge Time

Geely Starray EM-i

2.5h

Best Value

Ford Kuga

3.5h

DC Charge Time

Geely Starray EM-i

20 min

Best Value

Ford Kuga

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Trunk Volume

Geely Starray EM-i

528 L

Best Value

Ford Kuga

412 L

Seats

Geely Starray EM-i

Ford Kuga

Warranty

Geely Starray EM-i

6 years

Best Value

Ford Kuga

3 years

Euro NCAP Rating

Geely Starray EM-i

5/5

Best Value

Ford Kuga

5/5

🗺️EUROPEAN REAL-WORLD ROUTE BENCHMARKS

Germany 🇩🇪 & France 🇫🇷 Popular Routes Comparison

Visual side-by-side simulation across flat highway corridors and hilly Alpine passes—showing exact ICE transition kilometer, downhill regenerative recovery, and total trip energy cost.

Select Benchmark Route (Flat & Hilly):

🇩🇪

Munich → Garmisch-Partenkirchen

A95 / B2 • Bavyera Alpleri

Classic Bavarian Alps benchmark climbing from Munich (520m) over the 885m Eschenlohe crest before descending into Garmisch (708m). Tests uphill battery load, weight penalty, and downhill regen recovery.

Distance

90 km

Highway Pace

110 km/h

Ascent / Descent

+500m / -312m

Local Tariffs (DE)

⚡0.36€ • ⛽1.78€

⚡ #1

Geely Starray EM-i

🔋 17.5 kWh net (83 km WLTP)LFP🔥 PTC Heater

+14.3 km more pure EV driving

Route Drive Mode Split (EV vs HEV)⚡→⛽ Petrol Engine Start:Km 53.6(Alt: 713m)

63% EV

37% HEV

Pure Electric (EV):57 km

Hybrid / Petrol (HEV):33 km

Electricity Used

14 kWh

24.6 kWh/100km

♻️Downhill Regen Bonus

+0 kWh

~+0 km EV bonus

Petrol Consumed

1.5 L

1.7 L/100km

💶Total Trip Energy Cost

7.71 €

⚡5.04€ + ⛽2.67€

🟣 #2

Ford Kuga

🔋 12.1 kWh net (65 km WLTP)NMC🔥 PTC Heater

Route Drive Mode Split (EV vs HEV)⚡→⛽ Petrol Engine Start:Km 39.4(Alt: 609m)

47% EV

53% HEV

Pure Electric (EV):42.7 km

Hybrid / Petrol (HEV):47.3 km

Electricity Used

9.7 kWh

22.6 kWh/100km

♻️Downhill Regen Bonus

+0 kWh

~+0 km EV bonus

Petrol Consumed

2.4 L

2.7 L/100km

💶Total Trip Energy Cost

7.76 €

⚡3.49€ + ⛽4.27€

⛰️Route Elevation Profile & Terrain Slope Telemetry

Altitude gains/descents, gravity potential energy, and regenerative battery recovery along the journey.

EV: 0–53.6 km (%20)HEV: 53.6–71.3 km♻️⚡Regen EV: Km 71.3+ (+3.3 km)Descent (Regenerative Charging)Climb (High Power Draw)

Total Ascent

+500 m

Max Incline: %4.2

Total Descent

-312 m

End Elevation: 708 m

🏔️Peak Elevation

885 m

@ Km 68

Regenerated Energy

+0 kWh⚡ Max +0.8 kW

~+0 km EV bonus⚡ Full Regen

Terrain Net Impact

+1.9 kWh

Ekstra yerçekimi tüketimi

🌦️

Dynamic Route Weather & Microclimate CorridorΔT 2.4°C

HVAC draw, air density (ρ), and BMS cold regen limits adapt dynamically to altitude and microclimate at every kilometer.

Munich🌡️ 16°C⛰️ 520m

→

Summit (Km 68)🌡️ 13.6°C⛰️ 885m

→

Garmisch-Partenkirchen🌡️ 14.8°C⛰️ 708m

Open Route in Full Interactive Map Simulator

Explore live map polylines, custom speeds, and full telemetry

Munich → Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Strengths

Specs & verified owner feedback

Geely Starray EM-i8 highlights

Specification Strengths: Electric Range, Battery Capacity, CO₂ Emissions, AC Charge Time, DC Charge Time, Trunk Volume, Warranty, Euro NCAP Rating

Owner Forum & Test Highlights

✓Volvo CMA modular platform: European mechanical rigidity and composed high-speed tracking
✓NordThor 2.0 EM-i (46.5% thermal efficiency): remarkably low 4.5–4.9 L/100km depleted highway consumption
✓Standard 30 kW DC rapid charging completes 30% to 80% charge in ~25 minutes

Ford Kuga3 highlights

Specification Strengths: Fuel Consumption, Power, CO₂ Emissions

Owner Forum & Test Highlights

✓Proven 2.5L Atkinson engine: delivers consistent 5.0–5.5 L/100km even with a depleted battery
✓Crisp European handling, precise steering, and proven fleet reliability track record
✓Widespread parts availability and seasoned technician experience across Europe

Weaknesses

Trade-offs & chronic forum issues

Geely Starray EM-i2 drawbacks

Specification Drawbacks: Fuel Consumption, Power

Owner Complaints & Chronic Notes

⚠Standalone dealer and service footprint is still expanding compared to established MG or BYD networks
⚠Emerging secondary market residual value recognition across Western Europe

Ford Kuga7 drawbacks

Specification Drawbacks: Electric Range, Battery Capacity, AC Charge Time, DC Charge Time, Trunk Volume, Warranty, Euro NCAP Rating

Owner Complaints & Chronic Notes

⚠Slow 3.7 kW AC charging and modest 65 km pure electric range
⚠Conservative, aging cabin dashboard compared to futuristic Chinese digital environments

PHEV Intelligence Verdict

Community & Road Test Verdict: Which One Should You Buy?

Real-world buying guidance based on owner forum telemetry, long-term feedback, and ownership costs.

Value & Urban Efficiency Champion

Geely Starray EM-i

Ideal Use Case: Daily urban commuting, standard luxury features, and maximum value-for-money.

✓Rapid DC charging support for practical top-ups on road trips.
✓Feature-loaded standard specification (ventilated seats, 360 camera) and supreme equipment-per-euro ratio.

Motorway Composure & Trusted Heritage

Ford Kuga

Ideal Use Case: Frequent motorway road trips, composed chassis dynamics, and proven secondary market resale.

✓Decades of European parts logistics, immediate repair turnaround, and strong residual value.

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Bottom Line: If your priority is urban commuting with zero fuel burn and maximum luxury toys, the newer high-capacity PHEV excels; for frequent cross-country motorway tours and worry-free secondary market resale, established European chassis maturity takes the win.

Best Value

Highlighted cells indicate the best value in each category. Lower values are better for consumption and emissions. Higher values are better for range, power, and capacity.