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Geely EX5 vs Tesla Model 3
Selected trimProChange trim255 mi · 62 kWh · £33,990
Selected trimRWDChange trim332 mi · 60 kWh · £37,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Geely EX5 leads on charging speed and city driving, while the Tesla Model 3 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Geely EX5 if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Tesla Model 3 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Tesla Model 3 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueTesla
Geely
5.9
Tesla
6.4
Motorway RangeTesla
Geely
4.7
Tesla
5.5
FamilyTesla
Geely
6.2
Tesla
7.1
ChargingGeely
Geely
4.7
Tesla
2.3
Cost Per MileTesla
Geely
4.4
Tesla
8.8
City DrivingGeely
Geely
5.1
Tesla
4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Tesla Model 3
RWD
- 77 miles more WLTP range
- 272 litres more boot space
- 75 kW faster rapid charging
- 48 kW more power
- 28 Wh/km more efficient
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Geely EX5Pro | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,990 (better) | £37,990 |
| Official range | 255 miles | 332 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 410 L | 682 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 20 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 6.9 sec | 6.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Geely EX5
Tesla Model 3
Length
Geely EX54,615mm-106mm
Tesla Model 34,721mm
Width
Geely EX51,901mm-32mm
Tesla Model 31,933mm
Height
Geely EX51,670mm
Tesla Model 31,440mm-230mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Geely EX5Pro | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,615 mm | 4,721 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,901 mm (better) | 1,933 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,088 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m (better) | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 499 mm spare (better) | 467 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Geely EX5Pro | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 410 L | 682 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Geely EX5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Tesla Model 3
- 2nd-largest boot among saloon EVs in our catalogue at 682 L.
- At 4,721 mm, shorter than 90% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 130 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Geely EX5 Pro |  Tesla Model 3 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.62m | 4.72m+106mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.93m+32mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.09m |
| Height | 1.67m | 1.44m-230mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.75m | Not available |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 137mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 410L | 682L* (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m (better) | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,740kg (better) | 1,772kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 62kWh (better) | 60kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 255 mi | 332 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 175kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,990 (better) | £37,990 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Saloon |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
* Tesla Model 3: Tesla publishes 682 L as total cargo volume (boot + frunk, measured to roof) — not directly comparable to standard VDA figures used by other brands.
* Tesla Model 3: Not published by Tesla; verified from multiple independent sources.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Geely EX5Pro | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 255 miles | 332 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 198 miles | 229 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 20 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 175 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | Not available |
| Energy consumption | 158 Wh/km | 130 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 60.2 kWh (better) | 57.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Geely EX5Pro | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.9 sec | 6.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 160 kW | 208 kW (better) |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Geely EX5
Pro
5.6/10
average across 5 reviews
- Auto Express3.5/5
- Parkers3.1/5
- Electrifying.com6/10
Tesla Model 3
RWD
8.5/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
Watch the reviews
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Geely EX5
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Geely EX5Pro | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £22,050 | £26,699 |
| Average used price | £23,099 | £30,299 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 12 listings | 91 listings (better) |
| Saving vs RRP | £10,891 below new | £7,691 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Up 45.5% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Geely EX5 Pro
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant86%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users83%
Safety Assist83%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Tesla Model 3 RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users89%
Safety Assist87%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Geely EX5Pro | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Geely EX5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Tesla Model 3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Geely EX5
- £29,9902026Cars2View
- £24,2902026Cars2View
Tesla Model 3
- £32,6462025Car360View
- £30,2992025Car360View
- £29,6992025Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Tesla Model 3 worth the extra £4,000 over the Geely EX5?
The Tesla Model 3 costs £4,000 more than the Geely EX5. For that premium it adds 77 miles more WLTP range, 75 kW faster peak rapid charging and 272 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Tesla Model 3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Geely EX5 or the Tesla Model 3?
The Geely EX5 is £4,000 cheaper to buy. The Tesla Model 3 is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £176 for the Geely EX5, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Geely EX5 comes out roughly £3,840 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Geely EX5 and Tesla Model 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 198 miles for the Geely EX5 and 229 miles for the Tesla Model 3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Tesla Model 3 goes roughly 32 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Geely EX5 or the Tesla Model 3?
The Geely EX5 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 32 mm narrower than the Tesla Model 3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 499 mm of total clearance for the Geely EX5 and about 467 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model 3. The Geely EX5 also turns in a 0.8 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Geely EX5 or the Tesla Model 3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Geely EX5 and 92% for the Tesla Model 3. That gives the Tesla Model 3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .