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Split screen, 2 appsVietmap Live Pro and Google Maps navigate side by side while the vehicle info column stays visible.
Plug-in hybrid SUV (EM-i)

Geely Connect for the Geely EX5 EM-i

The Geely EX5 EM-i (also written EX5 EMI) is the plug-in hybrid version of the EX5. Geely Connect brings the EX5 EM-i a phone app to control the car, a new home screen, a Vietnamese voice assistant and the YouTube, YouTube Music, Google Maps, Vietmap Live Pro, Zing MP3 and Spotify apps.

In short: Geely EX5 EM-i + Geely Connect = control the car from iPhone/Android · 2-app split screen · tire pressure on the home screen · Vietnamese/English voice assistant · YouTube, YouTube Music, Google Maps, Vietmap Live Pro, Zing MP3, Spotify.

Advice for the Geely EX5 EM-i

Geely Connect on the Geely EX5 EM-i

For a hybrid that does both city and long-distance driving, tracking battery and fuel on your phone, plus Vietmap Live Pro speed warnings on the expressway, makes every trip easier to plan.

Also known as: EX5 EMI, EX5 EM-i, Geely EX5 EMI, Geely Galaxy Starship 7 EM-i.

Real photos in the car

No photos or videos of the Geely EX5 EM-i yet. Below are real shots from a Geely EX2: the Geely Connect interface is the same, the screen layout may differ.

YouTube on a Geely car screen – Watch YouTube while parked; the left column still shows battery %, remaining range, tire pressure and Quick Control.
YouTube on a Geely car screen Watch YouTube while parked; the left column still shows battery %, remaining range, tire pressure and Quick Control.
YouTube Music, full interface – Pick mood playlists, charts and new releases — running directly on the car screen.
YouTube Music, full interface Pick mood playlists, charts and new releases — running directly on the car screen.
Setting a destination in Google Maps – Full-height Google Maps on the right, with vehicle info and Home/Work buttons always on the left.
Setting a destination in Google Maps Full-height Google Maps on the right, with vehicle info and Home/Work buttons always on the left.
YouTube home – Browse videos by topic just like on your phone, and tap to play on the big screen.
YouTube home Browse videos by topic just like on your phone, and tap to play on the big screen.

Geely Connect features on the Geely EX5 EM-i

Companion app for iPhone & Android

The Geely Connect companion app runs on iPhone (iOS) and Android phones. It syncs vehicle data, locates the car, shares routes and music/video to the car screen, and remotely controls the air conditioning, windows, front trunk and tailgate.

  • Vehicle data syncSee the car’s status on your phone: battery or fuel level, remaining range, door and trunk status and other driving data.
  • Find my carSee exactly where the car is parked on a map — handy in large car parks or when a family member is driving.
  • Share routesSearch for a destination on your phone and send it straight to the car screen; navigation starts as soon as you get in.
  • Share music & videoPush the song or video playing on your phone to the car screen so everyone can listen and watch.
  • Remote climate controlCool or heat the cabin before you get in — especially useful on hot days.
  • Windows, front trunk & tailgateOpen and close the windows, front trunk and tailgate from your phone (depending on each model’s equipment).

Home screen (Launcher)

The Geely Connect launcher splits the screen in two: the left column shows speed, gear, battery %, remaining range, ODO, pressure and temperature of all 4 tires plus the Quick Control panel; the right side embeds apps such as Google Maps, Vietmap Live Pro or YouTube Music. The launcher reconnects to WiFi automatically and opens or closes the front trunk, tailgate and windows with one tap.

  • Vehicle info panelCurrent speed, P-R-N-D gear, drive mode, battery %, remaining range and odometer (ODO) are always visible in the left column.
  • Tire pressure & temperatureMonitor pressure (bar) and temperature of all 4 tires — front left, front right, rear left, rear right; under-inflated tires are highlighted.
  • Detailed tire screenA dedicated page for each tire (front/rear, driver/passenger side) with pressure, temperature, sensor battery status and last update time, plus Sensor pairing, Tire rotation and Settings.
  • Quick ControlOne tap to open the front trunk or tailgate, quick cool, quick heat, recirculation, switch drive mode and navigate Home or to Work.
  • Split screen, 2 appsRun up to 2 apps on the same screen, e.g. Google Maps navigation with Vietmap Live speed warnings, or a map with a music player.
  • Mini music playerA corner music widget shows the current track and lets you skip or pause without leaving the map.
  • Automatic WiFiThe screen reconnects to saved WiFi networks (phone hotspot, home WiFi) so online apps are always ready.

Vietnamese & English voice assistant

Geely Connect includes a voice assistant that understands both Vietnamese and English. The driver can set the A/C temperature, fan speed, drive mode and regenerative braking level, and control apps without touching the screen; the assistant confirms each command on screen.

  • Understands VietnameseSpeak naturally in Vietnamese, e.g. "Đặt nhiệt độ 20 độ" (set temperature to 20°), "Quạt gió mức 3" (fan level 3), "Chuyển sang chế độ tiết kiệm" (switch to Eco).
  • Voice control of the carSet the A/C temperature, fan level, drive mode (Eco/Sport) and regeneration level — the on-screen values change right after the command.
  • Open videos by voiceSay a song or video name and YouTube opens it on screen.
  • Clear feedbackThe assistant bar shows Listening → Processing → result (e.g. "Setting fan to level 3"); unrecognised commands are reported so you can try again.
  • English supportSwitch to English for drivers who prefer it or for foreign residents.
  • Safer drivingHands on the wheel, eyes on the road; every common action can be done by voice.

Built-in entertainment & navigation apps

Geely Connect comes with 6 apps that run directly on the car screen: YouTube, YouTube Music, Google Maps, Vietmap Live Pro, Zing MP3 and Spotify — no phone cable, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto needed.

Video

YouTube

Watch videos, news and how-tos right on the car screen while parked or charging.

Music

YouTube Music

Stream songs, playlists and podcasts with your YouTube Music account.

Navigation

Google Maps

Turn-by-turn navigation, place search and real-time traffic.

Navigation

Vietmap Live Pro

3D navigation with lane guidance, speed-limit warnings and AI cameras; can float on top of Google Maps.

Music

Zing MP3

The largest Vietnamese music library, with charts and playlists updated daily.

Music

Spotify

International music and podcasts, and pick up where you left off on another device.

Some hardware controls depend on the equipment of each Geely EX5 EM-i trim.

Real Geely Connect videos

No photos or videos of the Geely EX5 EM-i yet. Below are real shots from a Geely EX2: the Geely Connect interface is the same, the screen layout may differ.

Google Maps with Vietmap Live speed warnings

Google Maps navigates while a floating Vietmap Live window shows the 60 km/h limit, current speed, AI cameras and an upcoming 40 km/h sign. Left column: speed, battery %, range, ODO, tire pressure and Quick Control.

Vietnamese voice assistant controlling the car

Voice commands in Vietnamese while driving: open a YouTube video by name, set temperature to 20°, fan level 3 and 5, switch to Sport and Eco mode, high regenerative braking. The assistant bar shows Listening, Processing, then confirms; Vietmap and YouTube keep running in split screen.

Split screen: Vietmap Live Pro and Google Maps side by side

Two apps at once: Vietmap Live Pro 3D navigation with the 90 km/h limit and turn guidance on the left, Google Maps showing the whole expressway route on the right. Vehicle info, tire pressure and Quick Control stay visible.

How to pick apps for split screen

Tap the ⋯ button at the top of a half of the screen to open the app list inside it, then pick YouTube in place of Vietmap Live Pro; the other half keeps navigating with Google Maps.

Full-screen Google Maps with Vietmap Live speed warnings

Google Maps expanded to the full screen, with a floating Vietmap Live window showing the 60 km/h limit, current speed and an upcoming 90 km/h sign with a live distance countdown, updating automatically as you pass it.

Vietmap Live Pro 3D navigation on a Geely screen

Vietmap Live Pro with a 3D map, lane guidance, distance to the next speed-limit sign and over-speed warnings.

Searching Google Maps with the Vietnamese keyboard

Type a destination with the Vietnamese keyboard right on the car screen; Google Maps finds the best route and starts navigating.

Detailed tire pressure screen

Tire monitoring page: pressure (bar) and temperature of each tire — front and rear, driver and passenger side — sensor battery status and last update time; Monitor, Sensor pairing, Tire rotation and Settings tabs. The Vietmap Live window keeps showing speed warnings in the corner.

Quick Control, tire pressure and mini music player

Quick Control panel: front trunk, tailgate, quick cool, quick heat, recirculation, home, work, drive mode; pressure and temperature of all 4 tires; music widget alongside Google Maps.

YouTube Music on a Geely car screen

YouTube Music runs directly on the car screen: switch between song and video, see what’s up next and lyrics, while vehicle info stays in the left column.

Geely Connect on the Geely EX5 EM-i: FAQ

Are the Geely EX5 EMI and EX5 EM-i the same car?

Yes. "EX5 EMI" is a common spelling of the Geely EX5 EM-i, the plug-in hybrid version. Geely Connect fully supports this model.

Does the Geely EX5 EM-i support Vietmap Live Pro?

Yes. Vietmap Live Pro comes with Geely Connect and can run alongside another app thanks to split screen.

What can the Geely Connect phone app do?

The iPhone and Android app syncs vehicle data, locates the car, shares routes and music/video to the car screen, and remotely controls the air conditioning, windows, front trunk and tailgate.

Does the app work on iPhone?

Yes. The companion app supports both iPhone (iOS) and Android phones.

How many apps can share the car screen?

Up to 2 apps side by side on the same screen, for example Google Maps and YouTube Music.

Which languages does the voice assistant support?

The voice assistant supports Vietnamese and English.

Which apps are included?

YouTube, YouTube Music, Google Maps, Vietmap Live Pro, Zing MP3 and Spotify, running directly on the car screen.

Do I need to plug in my phone or use CarPlay/Android Auto?

No. The apps run directly on the car screen. The screen only needs Internet over WiFi (for example a phone hotspot) and reconnects to saved WiFi networks automatically.

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Authorized installers

Installation, setup and support in person in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang.

Get Geely Connect for your car

Supports the Geely EX2, Geely EX5, Geely EX5 EM-i, Geely Coolray and Geely Okavango. Call or message us on Zalo, Telegram or WhatsApp for advice on your exact model and trim.

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