Dealer group Lookers has announced the opening of a new dealership in Leeds, West Yorkshire, selling cars manufactured by Geely.
The new dealership in located on York Road inside an existing Lookers facility.
Geely, which owns brands such as Volvo, Polestar and Lotus, launched in the UK under its own name with the EX5 (pictured) last year, and followed this up with the launch of the Starray EM-I.
It has seen rapid dealer network expansion, having surpassed its initial goal to have more than 50 dealers open by the end of last year, and this growth has continued during the first months of 2026.
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Lookers hails ‘milestone’ Geely dealership launch
Dave Graham, operations director for Lookers, said: “Future-focused and future-proofed, the new Geely brand delivers real choice and value for customers keen to take their first or next step on a more sustainable driving future and we’re delighted to be the first dealership in Leeds to make that choice available to customers in the city and wider area.
“With an outstanding, established choice already, we’re proud to showcase this exciting brand in our York Road location where our specially trained Geely team are on hand with all the advice, knowledge, advice and finance options customers need to start an exciting new journey.”
AM100 dealer group Lookers has described the opening of its Geely operation in Leeds as the latest milestone in the dealer group’s time in the city, where it has had a presence since the 1960s.
Graham added: “As one of the leading automotive retailers in the UK, we are proud to be delivering real value and choice for customers with this new investment in Leeds and in Geely.
“This game-changing, impressive EV brand packs a big punch in style, value and performance and we’re excited that we’re the first to introduce the brand to the local market.”