Geely launches new hybrid system with consumption of only 45 km per liter, uses artificial intelligence to manage energy, and enters the global competition to challenge Japanese dominance in the hybrid market.

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Published on 14/04/2026 at 10:57

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New hybrid system from Geely promises consumption of 2.22 L/100 km and uses artificial intelligence to compete in global market dominated by Japanese brands.

On April 13, 2026, the Chinese Geely announced the new hybrid system i-HEV Intelligent Hybrid, presented as a direct offensive against the dominance of established technologies from Japanese brands such as Toyota and Honda. According to Reuters, based on information released by the automaker itself, a Geely Emgrand equipped with the system recorded consumption of 2.22 liters per 100 kilometers in a test certified by Guinness, a result that placed the innovation among the most aggressive figures ever announced by the company for a conventional hybrid.

However, Geely’s proposal goes beyond reducing consumption. According to Reuters’ report, the i-HEV uses an artificial intelligence-driven energy management system, capable of adjusting the operation of the hybrid system in real-time based on variables such as temperature, humidity, and altitude, in an attempt to redefine the efficiency logic of non-plug-in hybrids.

System uses artificial intelligence to optimize use of electric motor and combustion

The i-HEV Intelligent Hybrid incorporates a control system based on computational intelligence that analyzes, in real-time, different driving variables.

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Tests indicate consumption of 2.22 L/100 km under controlled conditions

According to data released by Geely itself, a Geely Emgrand model equipped with the new system achieved a consumption of 2.22 L/100 km in internal tests. Converting this number to the Brazilian standard:

approximately 45 km/l

This result was obtained under specific testing conditions, which means that real consumption may vary depending on usage, traffic, and driving profile. Even so, the number indicates a significant advance in the energy efficiency of hybrid systems.

Strategy targets Japanese dominance in the hybrid market

The launch of the system occurs in a context of strong global competition. Currently, Japanese companies like Toyota dominate the hybrid vehicle market with technologies such as Hybrid Synergy Drive.

Geely has explicitly stated that the goal of the new system is to challenge this hegemony, expanding its presence in international markets and raising the efficiency standard of its vehicles.

This move is part of a broader strategy of the Chinese industry, which has been heavily investing in:

electrification
energy efficiency
development of intelligent systems

Difference between conventional hybrid and Geely’s approach is in energy control

Traditional hybrid systems operate based on pre-programmed logic, with fixed rules for switching between engines.

In the case of the i-HEV:

the control is dynamic
decisions are adjusted in real-time
the system learns from usage

This difference can represent significant gains in efficiency, especially in urban environments, where driving conditions change constantly.

Expansion of the system should reach multiple models of the brand

Although the system was initially presented in a specific model, the expectation is that it will be gradually integrated into other Geely vehicles. This includes:

sedans
SUVs
models aimed at international markets

The expansion will depend on market acceptance and the company’s production capacity.

Global hybrid market continues to grow even with the advancement of electrics

Despite the growth of electric vehicles, hybrids continue to play a relevant role in the energy transition.

This happens because:

they do not depend on charging infrastructure
they offer greater autonomy
they combine efficiency with practicality

In this scenario, more efficient systems can further enhance the competitiveness of this type of technology.

Competition is expected to react with new generations of hybrid systems

The advancement presented by Geely tends to intensify competition in the sector. Traditional manufacturers are already working on new generations of hybrid systems, seeking greater efficiency, lower consumption, and integration with digital systems.

This movement indicates that the automotive sector continues to transform, with a growing focus on energy optimization. In recent years, China has increased its participation in the development of automotive technologies.

Companies like Geely have begun to invest not only in large-scale production but also in research and development.

The launch of the i-HEV reinforces this trend, showing that the country seeks to occupy a prominent position not only in volume but also in innovation.

New system raises debate about the future of hybrids in the face of total electrification

With the evolution of increasingly efficient hybrid systems, a relevant question arises for the automotive sector: to what extent will this technology continue to be an intermediate step or could it consolidate as a long-term solution?

While the infrastructure for electric vehicles still faces challenges in various regions, systems like the i-HEV show that there is still room for significant advances within the hybrid concept itself, expanding market possibilities in the coming years.

Geely launches new hybrid system with consumption of only 45 km per liter, uses artificial intelligence to manage energy, and enters the global competition to challenge Japanese dominance in the hybrid market.

New hybrid system from Geely promises consumption of 2.22 L/100 km and uses artificial intelligence to compete in global market dominated by Japanese brands.

System uses artificial intelligence to optimize use of electric motor and combustion

Tests indicate consumption of 2.22 L/100 km under controlled conditions

Strategy targets Japanese dominance in the hybrid market

Difference between conventional hybrid and Geely’s approach is in energy control

Expansion of the system should reach multiple models of the brand

Global hybrid market continues to grow even with the advancement of electrics

Competition is expected to react with new generations of hybrid systems

New system raises debate about the future of hybrids in the face of total electrification

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Geely launches new hybrid system with consumption of only 45 km per liter, uses artificial intelligence to manage energy, and enters the global competition to challenge Japanese dominance in the hybrid market.

New hybrid system from Geely promises consumption of 2.22 L/100 km and uses artificial intelligence to compete in global market dominated by Japanese brands.

System uses artificial intelligence to optimize use of electric motor and combustion

Tests indicate consumption of 2.22 L/100 km under controlled conditions

Strategy targets Japanese dominance in the hybrid market

Difference between conventional hybrid and Geely’s approach is in energy control

Expansion of the system should reach multiple models of the brand

Global hybrid market continues to grow even with the advancement of electrics

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