Geely Monjaro debuts in Vietnam, priced from $42,030

Prices start at VND1.099 billion (US$42,030) for the HEV, VND1.149 billion ($44,000) for the Premium, and VND1.199 billion ($46,000) for the Flagship.

Early buyers are eligible for discounts of VND50 million ($1,900) on the HEV version and VND100 million ($3,800) on the Premium and Flagship.

The Monjaro features a bold design with a large vertically-slatted grille and full-matrix LED headlights.

The car is equipped with automatic wipers, a surround sensor system, and a 360-degree camera.

The Premium and HEV versions feature 19-inch alloy wheels, while the Flagship rides on larger 20-inch wheels.

Inside, the Monjaro boasts a modern cabin highlighted by a trio of 12.3-inch screens: a digital instrument cluster, a central infotainment display, and a dedicated screen for the front passenger.

Comfort and convenience are emphasized with features such as a tri-zone automatic climate control system, ambient interior lighting, a panoramic sunroof, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto compatibility.

The HEV and Premium variants are equipped with an eight-speaker audio system, while the Flagship gets a premium 12-speaker Infinity setup.

The gasoline-powered Monjaro uses a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine which produces 238 horsepower and 350Nm of torque.

The HEV variant is powered by a hybrid system combining a 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine and an electric motor, generating 163 horsepower and 255Nm from the engine, and 136 horsepower and 320Nm from the motor.

Safety is a key highlight, with all versions coming standard with six airbags, electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes, electronic brakeforce distribution, an electronic parking brake with auto hold.

Additionally, all models boast an advanced driver assistance system, including adaptive cruise control, emergency braking assist, lane departure warning and assist, blind-spot monitoring, tire pressure monitoring, and traffic sign recognition.