Geely LC

The Geely LC, sold in its home market as the Geely Panda[10] or the Gleagle Panda, is a city car produced by the Chinese manufacturer Geely from November 2008 to 2016. In 2010 the LC scored 45.3 in C-NCAP crash tests,[2] making it China's first[2] locally researched and developed compact car to be awarded a 5-star rating,[11] and it is subsequently the safest Chinese hatchback[2] as of 2011.[12] The LC was able to achieve the above despite a development process that relied more on computer simulations than actual crash tests.[9] In 2017, The Panda was replaced by a facelifted version of the car known as the Geely Yuanjing X1.

Not to be confused with Lexus LC.
Geely LC
Overview
ManufacturerGeely
Also calledGleagle Panda[1]
Geely Panda[2]
Gleagle GX2
Geely-Gleagle Panda[3]
Tobe M'Car (Taiwan)
Kandi Panda EV
Micro Panda (Sri Lanka)
Production2008–2016
AssemblyNingbo, Zhejiang, China
Montevideo, Uruguay (Nordex S.A.)[4]
Body and chassis
ClassCity car
Body style5-door hatchback
RelatedTobe M'car[5]
Powertrain
Engine1.0 L JL3G10A I3 (petrol)[6]
1.3 L MR479Q I4 (petrol)[7]
1.5 L MR479A I4 (petrol)[6]
Transmission5-speed manual[6]
4-speed automatic[6]
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,340 mm (92.1 in)[8]
Length3,598 mm (141.7 in)[8]
Width1,630 mm (64.2 in)[8]
Height1,465 mm (57.7 in)[8]
Curb weight937–985 kg (2,066–2,172 lb)[8]
Chronology
SuccessorGeely Yuanjing X1
Geely LC Cross
2011 Geely LC (New Zealand)
The Gleagle Panda's panda-paw tail-lamps[9] can be clearly seen in this view
Geely-Kandi Panda EV charging at an autoshow

Online sale

As of 22 December 2010,[13] popular Chinese e-commerce retailer Taobao Mall sells the LC online[14] although buyers must put down a 288 yuan deposit and visit a local dealership for a test drive prior to purchase.[1] The LCs on offer are not delivered to your door[15] and may differ from those available through more-traditional retail channels.

First day online sales totalled near 500.[16]

Styling

The LC's styling has been recognized for its exceptional exterior,[17] which manufacturer Geely says is "bionic"[2] and resembles a panda[17] but that some criticize for resembling the Toyota Aygo,[18] instead. Geely outsourced the design of the LC's exterior to another Chinese firm, CH-Auto.[9]

Geely LC 1.5

Engine specifications – 1.5L

SpecificationDescription
Cylinders4
Displacement1498 cm3
Power70 KW @ 5500 RPM / 94 HP @ 5500 RPM / 94 BHP @ 5500 RPM
Torque94.4 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM/128 Nm @ 3400 RPM
FuelGasoline
Top speed111.8 mph OR 180 km/h
Tire size165/60 R14

Overseas sale

While the car is sold in overseas markets, its name and the brand name it is sold under may change.

Brunei

The LC was only sold in Brunei since 2013 (1 year sold), only with 5-speed manual transmission and 4 colours available.

Indonesia

The LC is sold in Indonesia as a Geely Panda.[19]

New Zealand

The LC is sold in New Zealand as a Geely LC Hatch.[20]

Sri Lanka

A local company, Micro Cars, offers the LC in Sri Lanka.[21] It is domestically assembled from complete knock down kits.

Egypt

The LC is sold in Egypt.[22]

Taiwan

A rebadged, redesigned LC called the Tobe M’Car is sold in Taiwan by Yulon Motors,[23] which may also assemble it. The M'car uses the same body and interior as the LC but features improved performance[5] and locally designed components.[24]

Cuba

In Cuba, the LC is commonly used as a rental vehicle but also sold to private owners as a Geely Panda.[25]

Argentina

The LC is sold in Argentina since 2016.[26]

References
  1. China's Geely opens online car store on Taobao reuters.com, Mon Dec 6, 2010 4:43am EST
  2. "Five Star in Collision Test: Geely Panda Appraised as the safest Minicar in China". Geely International. 2010-01-09. Archived from the original on 2010-10-28. Retrieved 2011-01-22.
  3. Geely Gleagle Panda (Geely LC) chinaautoweb.com
  4. "Geely unveils GC2 in Uruguay". ChinaAutoWeb. 30 May 2014. Retrieved 10 January 2019.
  5. "Tobe M'car Make a Splash in Taibei". Geely International. 2010-01-12. Archived from the original on 2012-02-20. Retrieved 2011-01-22.
  6. http://chinaautoweb.com/car-models/gleagle-panda-geely-lc/
  7. "THE ALL NEW LC HATCHBACK". Geely New Zealand. Archived from the original on 2011-01-01. Retrieved 2011-01-22.
  8. http://global.geely.com/cars.php?6
  9. Shirouzu, Norihiko (Sep 18, 2012). "Special Report: China's car makers cut corners to success". reuters.com. Thompson Reuters. Retrieved September 20, 2012.
  10. Geely LC (Panda) Review auto-chinese.com 2010-4-12
  11. US Geely's growth: Appliances to autos in 13 years chinadaily.com.cn, 2010-05-04
  12. Auto Special: Safety test proves Geely has the right path to improved performance and competitiveness chinadaily.com.cn, 2011-01-14
  13. Geely opens first online store gasgoo.com, December 07, 2010
  14. China's Geely now selling cars online chinadaily.com.cn, 2010-12-07
  15. Geely nets online store chinadaily.com.cn, 2010-12-08
  16. Geely's selling cars online starts with a victory gasgoo.com, December 24, 2010
  17. Golden Award for Geely Panda Design Archived 2011-07-11 at the Wayback Machine Geely Official site, late 2008
  19. Out Products: Panda; Gallery Archived 2011-08-26 at the Wayback Machine Gelly Indonesia Official Site
  20. Geely New Zealand LC Hatch ; Gallery Archived 2011-01-01 at the Wayback Machine Geely New Zealand Official Site
  21. Handing over 1st Batch of PANDAs to customers Archived 2012-02-10 at the Wayback Machine microcars.lk, Saturday, 28th February, 2011
  22. "LC". Geely Egypt. 2010. Archived from the original on 2012-04-23. Retrieved 2012-05-22.
  23. Yulon's Tobe car unable to drive in reverse chinapost.com.tw, Saturday, August 7, 2010 1:45 am TWN
  24. Yulon introduces new Tobe brand vehicle taipeitimes.com, Wed, Nov 18, 2009
  25. "Cuba Car Rental | Introduction of new cut price Geely Panda". carrentalcuba.net. Retrieved 2016-01-26.
  26. Geely Argentina
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