Chinese car giant Gili is starting its local way.
The import here is done by Union (Toyota, Lexus) and is currently concentrated in one model, Geometric C.
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Gili is considered one of the significant manufacturers in China, in part, thanks to its ownership of well-known European companies such as Volvo, Lotus and more.
Penetration into the Israeli market is part of the company's growth plan.
The Geometric C is an electric recreational vehicle with generous dimensions in slightly other vehicles in the segment (B SUV).
It is powered by an electric motor that transmits its power to the front wheels and produces 204 hp.
There are two range levels here depending on the battery in the selected version, the names reflect the range of travel - 350 or 460. In both versions there is support for fast charging and acceleration to 100 km / h takes 7.7 seconds on the way to the maximum speed limited by the manufacturer to 150 km That.
Regardless of the size of the battery, the level of equipment is very high.
This includes leather upholstery and electric directions, a wireless charging pad, a panoramic roof, a 360-degree camera, a 12.3-inch screen (with Wise, no connectivity), split climate control, a BOSE system and more.
The list of safety systems is also complete with lane keeping, autonomous braking capability, adaptive cruise control among other things.
The C is sold here with a general warranty for 5 years or 150,000 km and a warranty for the battery and engine for 8 years or 150,000 km.
In addition, the importer offers a 24/7 rescue and charging service, a charging station included in the price, an app and more.
And that brings us to a price that starts at NIS 134,000 for the 350 version and reaches NIS 143,000 for the 460 version.
Given this pricing and after driving the car at the local launch event, the impression is quite positive.
The inevitable conclusion is that with this car begins the significant stage in the Chinese attack on the domestic market.
After the breach of the barrier by other models, this car arrives and offers a complete and impressive package at a very winking pricing.
One that makes us believe that it will not be long before Gili becomes one of the significant players in the local market.
Full test coming soon.