The current-generation Geely Boyue, sold here as the Proton X70, is 6 years old and nearing the end of its lifecycle. As such, it’s no surprise that Geely is already working on a replacement model.
Initial spyshots of the replacement model, codenamed FX11, surfaced in April. This time, however, the new C-segment SUV has been caught undisguised, parked on the side of a long stretch of road.
This unit wears a number plate that says εθΆL (Boyue L)
There’s nothing new to report in terms of design; where it gets interesting is the nameplate of the new SUV.
In these photos, it seemingly appears that Geely could adopt two possible names for its latest SUVL: ζθ (Xingyao) or εθΆL (Boyue L), the latter takes a leaf out of the Xingyue and Xingyue L’s book.
Another unit wears a plate bearing the ζθ (Xingyao) name
While Geely has yet to confirm powertrain details of its upcoming C-segment SUV, teaser photos dropped by Geely did mention plug-in hybrid (PHEV), hinting that there's a petrol-electric system under the hood. Geely's current hybrid (HEV) is called Hi.X, while Hi.F is for their upcoming PHEV line-up.
Another likely powertrain candidate is Geely’s turbocharged 2.0-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine that current powers the Xingyue L
It says εθΆL (Boyue L) on this unit's plate
Stay tuned for more updates, as Geely will be debuting the new SUV on 5-August, which is this coming Friday.
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