Geely Galaxy 700 to Australia: RHD Off-Road Import Window

This means Chinese brands are entering the Australian right-hand-drive market as a hard-core off-roader for the first time, and the import window is open now. Geely Galaxy 700 is confirmed for Australia in RHD form, with production scheduled and a local launch planned for H2 2027, going head-to-head with the Land Rover Defender and Mercedes G-Class.

The boxy plug-in hybrid is a genuine off-roader on Geely's GTA architecture, not a crossover in SUV clothing. It measures 5085×1999×1912 mm with a 2900 mm wheelbase, 233 mm clearance, 30° approach and 31° departure angles, 800 mm wading depth, full-size spare and all-terrain tyres.

The numbers set the band: Chinese launch from RMB 169,800 (guide 189,800–379,800), top 2.0T tri-motor 830 kW, 0–100 km/h in 3.95 s, 1770 km total range, 270–305 km CLTC electric on a 47.14 kWh CATL pack (10–80% in 10 min). Global pre-sale took 10,000 reservations in 9 minutes and 43,900 orders in 60 minutes.

For Australian importers the real variables are RHD timing and certification, not the product. RHD is scheduled but launch is H2 2027, so allocation needs 12+ months of lead time or you take a later batch.

Importers with Australian channels should request the RHD spec sheet and FOB quote from Geely's overseas division now, and model the plan on three lines: annual allocation, certification lead time, parts list. Before ordering, verify the ADR checklist locally and request a competitor comparison and customs briefing, then set your first batch.

What are the main vehicle models exported from China?
Sedans, SUVs, pickups and new-energy (BEV/PHEV) models. Available brands and stock shift with demand; EZ Auto sources to order and matches left/right-hand drive and emission standards to your country instead of holding inventory.

How is used-car condition assured for export?
Before shipping, EZ Auto arranges third-party inspection — body, chassis, engine bay, paint thickness and accident history — with 50+ photos and a video report. You pay and ship only after confirmation.

Left-hand or right-hand drive — which to choose?
It depends on local traffic rules (most of SE Asia and the Middle East drive on the right; some Commonwealth areas on the left). EZ Auto verifies the rule first, then matches the correct steering side to avoid a wrong purchase.

What differs when exporting NEVs vs fuel vehicles?
NEVs require attention to battery compliance, transport safety and local charging standards; fuel vehicles focus on emission and fuel-economy certification. EZ Auto matches models to each destination's import criteria without mixing standards.

Do exported vehicles need modifications?
It depends on the destination (lighting, instrument units, right-hand-drive conversion, etc.). EZ Auto lists required modifications and costs at contract, completing them before shipment to avoid rework at port.

This article is published by EZ Auto. EZ Auto (Cheyixing Automobile Import & Export) specializes in exporting Chinese vehicles — new, used and parts — serving Russia and Belarus, the five Central Asian countries, the three South Caucasus countries, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Eastern Europe and Southeast Asia, with order-based sourcing, inspection with photo report, export documentation and ocean freight in one place.