Beijing '08 Preview: Geely GE MPV concept
by Alex Nunez on Mar 29th 2008 at 12:33PM 
When it comes to new Chinese debuts set for Beijing next month, the steady drip of photos accompanied by little to know info continues apace. The latest is another MPV study from Geely, which will have eighteen vehicles scattered about the show floor. Geely might call this an MPV, but everything we see screams "crossover!" Note the high ground clearance and tall-wagon bodystyle -- elements which pretty much define the segment. It's hard to judge the styling based on a single profile shot, but here again we have a vehicle that looks like it's not going to have anyone pointing and snickering. The shape of the side glass adds a bit of flair, and the wraparound LED taillamps seem to finish the rear off pretty nicely. We'll have to sit tight and wait for more photos and tech specs, but between this, the HL, and the GT, Geely appears to be putting together a show lineup that's going to be worth at least a serious look.
UPDATE: New name! Autoblog Chinese now reports that this is called the FC-1 Wagon concept.
[Source: CarScoop via Autoblog Spanish]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
meshies 12:41PM (3/29/2008)
they just dont get it... The stance of the vehicle is everything. I dont know what this thing is doing.
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Justin 1:46PM (3/29/2008)
It's being a "cuv". And vehicles like this other goofy looking crossovers are why I would take a wagon or van any day.
SAA 10:31PM (3/29/2008)
They should test it for led poison....
AmericanTruckGuy 12:50PM (3/29/2008)
Is it just me or is that a Pimped out Prius/RX hybrid?
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jigielnik 2:57PM (3/29/2008)
yea, i was gonna say, anyone see a little, or more like a lot of prius in there
havoc 12:59PM (3/29/2008)
slaab 93 sport combi with adjustable ride height, me thinks.
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nissanfreak87 1:08PM (3/29/2008)
what is up with that stance? yikes
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Noah 1:07PM (3/29/2008)
Looks like you could take it on a gentle trail or snow deeper than 4 inches. Can't see the front, but the overall shape doesn't look like a complete copy of an existing vehicle.
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iSpec 1:13PM (3/29/2008)
The designer 'proportionally illiterate'. The manufacturer who approved the design was drunk.
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skiwithme 1:25PM (3/29/2008)
gonna look fierce once they slot an engine in this bad boy.
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Greg 1:28PM (3/29/2008)
One thing the chinese don't realize is quality over quantity. 18 models, all cheap ripoffs of other cars.
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finbred 2:12PM (3/29/2008)
Does my a** look big in this..?
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John Starnes 2:38PM (3/29/2008)
Looks great from the side, especially the D pillar....will be fun seeing the other angles.
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Sean Flanagan 2:38PM (3/29/2008)
It looks like the rear suspension is already broken. Or it's perpetually parked on a hill.
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B-NOIT 2:51PM (3/29/2008)
Looks like a regular wagon that's been fitted with a lift kit. Not so flattering. Would be nice if it were actually a wagon, though.
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Stephen 4:03PM (3/29/2008)
I agree. Lower by about, oh, 5 inches in front and 3 inches in back and they could have a decent looking wagon.
Ben 4:29PM (3/29/2008)
This just looks stupid. the height does not match the proportions at all.
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Snix 10:23PM (3/30/2008)
Go ahead and laugh. When the crazy low price is announced and they get it certified in the U.S. People will go running to the dealerships to buy 'em.
I'm waiting to see the Cadillac CTS clone for $15k......Just you wait and see.
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Bert 5:52PM (3/29/2008)
Oh! The humanity!
Quick, where is my Lamborghini barf bag?
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jgp 6:17PM (3/29/2008)
It's rollover time!
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