Geely appears to be mounting an almighty assault on the Australian market, with the Battleship 700 PHEV SUV set to arrive in the second half of 2027. The vehicle will join the Emgrand L EM-i and Monjaro EM-i in the lineup, which already includes the Proton eMas 7 and eMas 7 PHEV. This marks the first time the Battleship nameplate will appear outside China.
Triple-Motor Power and Performance
The Australian market receives the most potent version of the boxy plug-in hybrid SUV. It features a triple-motor setup producing 313 PS and 350 Nm of torque at the front and 598 PS and 620 Nm at the rear. This is coupled with a 2.0 litre turbo four-cylinder producing 218 PS and 360 Nm, along with a three-speed dedicated hybrid transmission.
The total system output reaches a staggering 1,128 PS and 1,330 Nm of torque. Despite the Battleship weighing 2,705 kg, it accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 3.95 seconds and reaches a top speed of 220 km/h. A 47 kWh Aegis short blade LFP battery delivers a claimed pure electric range of 170 km on the WLTP cycle.
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Underneath the body, the Battleship is built on a dedicated Geely Terrain Architecture (GTA). This platform combines a monocoque construction with an integrated ladder frame, while the passenger cell is made from 100% ultra-high-strength and hot-formed steel. The suspension setup includes double-wishbone front and independent five-link rear suspension.
Off-Road Capabilities and Interior Features
Features designed for off-road use include a mechanical locking rear differential, dual-chamber air suspension, and six off-road-specific drive modes. The vehicle also offers a “waltz” U-turn function, more commonly known as a “tank turn.” Maximum water wading depth is 800 mm.
Inside, the interior follows a rectilinear theme with a horizontal dashboard design and vertical air-con vents. The center console houses an aeroplane throttle-style gear selector flanked by illuminated drive mode toggles. Tech features include a 10.2-inch instrument display and a 15.6-inch infotainment touchscreen, alongside physical air-con controls.
The cabin includes fully-reclining ten-layer front seats with ventilation and massage, a heated and cooled centre console fridge, triple-zone auto air con, and a panoramic sunroof. An active noise cancellation system and a 23-speaker Flyme Sound system complete the list of amenities.
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Design and Pricing
The Battleship 700 departs from Geely’s usual sleek and minimalist design language. Instead, it adopts the Defender and Ford Bronco-inspired pseudo-4×4 aesthetic seen in other models like the Jetour T2 and Denza B8. The wide-set grille integrates circular headlights inspired by lion dance costumes, joined by a light strip and an illuminated Geely Galaxy logo.
Exterior details include orange tow hooks, a bonnet scoop, and 20-inch two-tone alloy wheels. The design measures 5,085 mm long, 1,999 mm wide, and 1,912 mm tall, with a 2,900 mm wheelbase. Other elements include vertical “star matrix” taillights and a tailgate-mounted spare tyre.
Prices in China range from 199,800 yuan (RM121,700) to 269,800 yuan (RM164,400). Given the vehicle’s size and power, it is unlikely to be converted for Proton to sell as an eMas model. As is typical for Chinese exports to the right-hand drive market, the Australian price will likely be significantly higher than the Chinese figures.
