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858-hp monster SUV debuts
Earns “premium” rating in U.S. tests
Could Chinese brands unsettle the global market?
Galaxy M9 – Source: Geely Auto
Geely Auto’s Galaxy M9 drew attention in the U.S. after Edmunds conducted formal testing, and the response has been notable.
Testers placed the model in the large-crossover class—comparable to the Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride and Toyota Grand Highlander—and concluded it “can compete comfortably with mainstream U.S. brands.”
Drive evaluators said that if the M9 reaches the market, it could pose a real threat to established players, and they rated its overall package very highly.
858-hp hybrid…
Performance flips the script
Galaxy M9 – Source: Geely Auto
The M9’s headline is its formidable powertrain.
A 1.5-liter turbo gas engine pairs with a three-speed dedicated DHT (dedicated hybrid transmission) and three electric motors, producing a combined output of 858 horsepower.
It covers 0–60 mph in 4.2 seconds—comparable with or quicker than the Palisade, Kia’s EV9 and even the BMW X5 PHEV in many tests.
Its pure-electric range of 101 miles (about 162 km) ranks among the best for plug-in hybrid vehicles currently available in the U.S.
Quieter than a Rolls-Royce…
Remarkable cabin silence
Galaxy M9 – Source: Geely Auto
Testers also commended the M9’s refinement and technology.
Interior noise measurements reportedly found it to be even quieter than the Rolls‑Royce Spectre—a finding that surprised many industry observers.
Reviewers said the infotainment system is as fast and intuitive as those from Tesla and Rivian.
At an estimated price of about 50 million KRW (approximately $37,500), analysts say the M9 doesn’t simply offer strong value; it has the potential to reset market expectations for performance and quality.
Tariffs and political barriers…
The last hurdles to clear
Galaxy M9 – Source: Geely Auto
Still, significant obstacles remain for a U.S. launch.
Washington currently imposes tariffs of up to 100% on Chinese-made cars, and regulatory scrutiny of connected-car systems and vehicle software is intensifying.
Even so, the Edmunds test underscores that China’s auto sector has reached the global top tier in technology and product competitiveness.
If the model reaches the South Korean market, it could upend the large three-row SUV segment long dominated by the Palisade.
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