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Geely LC (Panda): generations, engines and what to check when buying
The Geely LC is a compact Chinese city hatchback produced from 2008 to 2016. In China, it was known as the Geely Panda. We'll look at its generations, safety rating, and what buyers should know, as this model is quite rare in Lithuania.
LC in brief
The Geely LC is a five-door city hatchback produced in China from November 2008 to 2016. In its home market, it was sold as the Geely Panda and Gleagle Panda, while in some countries, it was known as the LC Hatch (New Zealand), Pandino (Egypt), or Panda (Indonesia). It was replaced in 2017 by the updated Geely Yuanjing X1.
The design was created by the Chinese studio CH-Auto. The manufacturer described the style as 'bionic,' reminiscent of a panda, although some critics noted similarities with the Toyota Aygo. In 2010, the LC scored 45.3 points in C-NCAP tests — it was the first compact car developed in China to receive the highest five-star rating.
Generations and markets
The LC was sold in several countries: New Zealand, Brunei (from 2013, with a five-speed manual gearbox only), Argentina (2016–2018), Cuba (often rented), and Sri Lanka (assembled from kit sets).
In Taiwan, the Tobe M’car was built based on the LC body, and in 2017, the electric microcar Yulu EV2 with a 21.9 kWh battery was introduced based on it. The latter has around 36 hp and a NEDC range of around 150 km, with production ending in 2018.
Engines and gearboxes
Powered by small-capacity petrol engines; one of the well-known versions has a 1.5-litre engine. Check the exact power output and engine codes for each car via the technical logbook.
In Brunei, sold cars came with a five-speed manual gearbox only. For other cars, check the type of gearbox with the seller.
What to check when buying a used LC
Inspect the body for corrosion, dents, and wheel arches, as these cars are often long-serving. Check that the electrical equipment (windows, lights, air conditioning) works.
Find out if you can source parts — there’s no official supply in Europe. Before buying, review the documents and country of origin, as cars were built for different markets.
Trim levels
There’s no reliable information on this model’s trim levels, so we present the known versions.
LC (benzininis)
2008–2016A standard hatchback with a petrol engine.
- A five-door city hatchback
- Petrol engine (one known version — 1.5 l)
- Often — manual gearbox
Yulu EV2 (elektrinis)
2017–2018An electric version, built on the LC platform.
- 21.9 kWh battery
- Around 36 hp, top speed around 100 km/h
- Up to 150 km NEDC range
Comparing LC versions
| LC benzininis | Yulu EV2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Who it's for | A budget-friendly city car | Short urban journeys |
| Engine | Petrol | Electric, around 36 hp |
| Range / fuel consumption | Petrol | Up to 150 km NEDC |
| Price in the used market (relatively) | € | € |
The LC is a budget-friendly city car, but it's hard to maintain in Lithuania due to parts availability. The electric Yulu EV2 is suited to very short distances.
Pros
- Small and easy to maneuver
- Basic tech
- Top C-NCAP safety rating (5 stars) in 2010
- Low price
Cons
- No official representative in Europe
- Parts are hard to find
- Limited comfort and lack of modern features
Frequently asked questions
Is the Geely LC the same as the Geely Panda?
Yes. LC is the export name, while in China the car was sold as the Geely Panda or Gleagle Panda.
Is the LC safe?
In 2010, the LC scored 45.3 points and earned five stars in C-NCAP tests. However, this is the Chinese test, not Euro NCAP.
What changes were made to the LC?
In 2017, the LC was replaced by the updated Geely Yuanjing X1.
Updated 2026-10-21 · Trim levels and equipment vary by market and model year — check the equipment of the specific car. · Translated automatically
