Geely Debuts Atlas i-HEV LiDAR Edition Hybrid Crossover in China

Geely has debuted the Atlas i-HEV LiDAR Edition in China, launching the most powerful and technologically advanced variant in the Atlas lineup. The hybrid crossover combines a 1.5-liter turbo engine with a traction electric motor to deliver 313 horsepower, alongside an advanced driver-assistance system featuring a roof-mounted lidar.

According to reporting by Autohome cited by rb.ru, the newly revealed Geely Atlas i-HEV LiDAR Edition arrives as the most powerful and technologically advanced modification within the brand’s Atlas family.

Hybrid Powertrain and Performance Specs

Under the hood, the crossover relies on a hybrid setup designed to push performance well beyond standard gasoline configurations. The system pairs a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with a traction electric motor, generating a combined output of 313 horsepower, according to rb.ru.

That output marks a substantial leap over traditional variants. For comparison, the standard gasoline-powered Geely Atlas relies on a 2.0-liter turbo motor that produces 200 horsepower, highlighting the distinct power advantage engineered into the new hybrid platform.

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Qianli Haohan H5 Autonomous Driving and Lidar Integration

Power is only one half of the vehicle’s pitch. The primary hardware addition sits visibly on the roof: a lidar sensor that anchors the Qianli Haohan H5 driver assistance system. According to rb.ru, this technology enables the vehicle to execute specific tasks in an autonomous driving mode without direct driver intervention, allowing it to actively detect surrounding objects and react in real time to shifting road conditions.

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This launch reflects a broader corporate shift away from pure internal combustion engines. Geely previously announced plans to phase out the development of new vehicles powered exclusively by internal combustion engines, intending instead to transition existing models onto the i-HEV intelligent hybrid platform. The company aims to sell vehicles built on this hybrid architecture, with plans to extend the technology beyond China into models within the China Star family, including the Preface sedan and the Monjaro crossover.

Flyme Auto Cockpit and Digital Interior Layout

Inside the cabin, the layout emphasizes high-end digital infrastructure and passenger comfort. The vehicle features a digital instrument cluster accompanied by a central 15.4-inch 2.5K display and a 25.6-inch augmented reality head-up display that projects navigation and driving data directly onto the windshield.

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Processing power for the infotainment environment comes from a Dragon Eagle One automotive chip running Meizu’s Flyme Auto platform. Cabin comforts match the technical amenities: the front seats incorporate heating, ventilation, and massage functions, while the acoustic experience is driven by a 16-speaker Flyme Sound audio system.

Market Availability and Unanswered Pricing Questions

Despite the detailed rollout in China, key commercial details remain undisclosed. According to rb.ru, Geely has introduced the Atlas i-HEV LiDAR Edition exclusively for the Chinese market thus far, withholding both the vehicle’s retail pricing and any specific timeline for international distribution.