The Geely GX 7 utility vehicle is set to undergo a number of changes in the future which will include an extra row of seats which will increase seating capacity to seven passengers. The Geely GX 7 will also become a ‘full-blown’ SUV with All-Wheel Drive models to compete with the likes of the Toyota RAV4. The new upcoming 7-seater version is also expected to feature Geely’s 6-speed automatic DSG transmission.

Geely GX 7 coming to South Africa

The Geely GX 7 was first shown at the 2012 Beijing International Motor Show and earned a 5-star safety rating in the Chinese New Car Assessment Programme (C-NCAP), making it China’s safest SUV.

Geely has continually introduced new products to the market over recent years and has improved its management systems and brand profile. Geely recently opened a state-of-the-art Research and Development Centre at its Midrand head offices to evaluate new models to be launched in South Africa.

The Geely GSX 7 is expected to be launched in South Africa ‘in a year or two’ according to Geely and is currently powered by a 1.8-litre and 2.0-litre petrol versions. However, a new 2.4-litre petrol and 2.0-litre diesel units are expected to be introduced this year. The South African line-up will include the front-wheel drive derivative as well as the full SUV with All-Wheel Drive and the future 7-seater versions.