The Geely Monjaro enters the Russian market with a well‑equipped all wheel drive configuration and a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine
The Geely Monjaro, a midsize crossover, is slated to reach Russian dealerships in April 2023, according to Autostat information gathered from Valery Tarakanov, who serves as the operational manager for Geely Motors Russia. This timeline aligns with the automaker’s plan to introduce the model to a key market after months of anticipation and evaluation of local demand.
Pricing for the Monjaro’s transition into the Russian lineup remains to be announced, with the official price expected to be disclosed closer to the commencement of sales. Initial reports indicated that the vehicle would be positioned for sale in Russia at the end of 2022, but the actual market entry appears to have shifted to early 2023. The timing underscores Geely’s strategy to align product availability with regional sales cycles and customer expectations in the competitive crossover segment.
For the Russian market, the Monjaro is offered with a single powertrain option in the all‑wheel drive configuration. This setup features a 2.0‑liter turbocharged four‑cylinder engine delivering approximately 238 horsepower. The same engine family can be found in the Geely Tugella, a coupe‑crossover that was introduced to Russian buyers ahead of the Monjaro, suggesting shared engineering focus within Geely’s global product lineup. Power is routed through an 8‑speed Aisin automatic transmission, which emphasizes smooth shifts and practical performance for daily driving and long trips alike.
In terms of ride and handling, the Monjaro promises a well balanced chassis. It showcases independent suspension that supports a composed on‑road feel and confident cornering. The feature set includes modern comfort and convenience technologies common to contemporary Geely offerings: LED exterior lighting for clearer visibility, keyless entry, automatic climate control, and a digital instrument cluster that keeps essential information readily accessible to the driver. A sizable 12.3‑inch display drives the multimedia system, delivering intuitive operation for navigation, audio, and connectivity. Front and rear parking sensors help with parking in urban environments, while adaptive cruise control contributes to safer, more relaxed highway cruising in appropriate traffic conditions. These attributes reflect Geely’s intent to deliver a well‑rounded, technology‑rich crossover for the Russian consumer, along with the reliability and build quality expected from a major automaker.
Earlier discussions regarding the broader Geely lineup in Russia included notes about other Chinese models entering or expanding in the market. For instance, preliminary chatter mentioned a potential minimum price for the Kaiyi E5 sedan from Kaliningrad Avtotor, with estimates suggesting a starting point around 1.6 million rubles. This context helps illustrate Geely’s overall pricing strategy and the competitive landscape within the region, where customers weigh features, performance, and value across a growing set of Chinese automotive offerings.