The Geely Galaxy V900 minivan, with its EREV powertrain, is making headlines and it just earned a Guinness World Record by squeezing an astonishing 42 people into its cabin. This isn’t just a stunt either, Geely says this MPV boasts a best-in-class interior area of 8.41 square meters and an impressive interior space utilization rate of 91.8%.
A New MPV Contender Enters the Ring
The Geely Galaxy V900 is an Extended Range Electric Vehicle (EREV) version of the all-electric LEVC L380 multi-purpose vehicle. It’s been on the radar since its sales license application in China on September 10, and it officially debuted at the 2025 Guangzhou Auto Show. Shortly after, Geely Galaxy revealed its new world record.
The Record-Breaking Feat
The Guinness World Record awarded to the Geely Galaxy V900 is for packing the most people into a multi-purpose vehicle. Forty-two female dancers were successfully fitted inside, a feat captured in a video released by Geely. While the record was actually set on October 27, Geely only just made the announcement as the V900 draws closer to its official sales launch.
Geely Galaxy noted the average height of the dancers was 170 cm (around 5’6”), highlighting the V900’s cavernous interior. The 8.41 square meters of interior space, along with more than a meter of space between seat rows and that 91.8% space utilization rate, clearly played a huge part in making this audacious stunt a success.
Lest we get too carried away, it’s worth noting that capacity records aren’t exclusive to minivans. For instance, a Toyota Rav4 managed to fit 41 people in 2015, and a Volkswagen campervan surprisingly accommodated 50 individuals in the same year, showing how creative people can get with interior space.
Digging Deeper into the Geely Galaxy V900
Physically, the Geely Galaxy V900 is a substantial vehicle, sporting a short front end and a flat roofline. Its dimensions are quite generous, measuring 5360/1998/1940 mm with a wheelbase of 3,200 mm. Inside, you’ll find two main configurations: a three-row, six-seat layout, or a four-row, eight-seat option.
For those needing cargo space, the six-seat model offers a trunk depth of 919 mm. The eight-seat variant has a shallower 347 mm depth, but clever design means the fourth-row seats can fold flat into a floor recess, expanding usability. The V900 rolls on either 18-inch or 20-inch wheels and you can even opt for power side steps for easier access.
Under the hood, the V900 packs a 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol generator, producing a respectable 120 kW (161 hp) of peak power. It offers two ternary NMC battery choices, one at 43.3 kWh and another at 50 kWh. These batteries deliver an electric-only range between 165 and 202 km under CLTC conditions. When the battery runs low, fuel consumption hovers between 7 and 7.2 liters per 100 km. While specific details on electric motors and pricing are still under wraps, the V900 definitely brings an interesting package to the EREV market. Its spacious interior and practical design could make it a formidable contender, especially with that quirky world record under its belt. For more on Geely Galaxy vehicles and the expanding Chinese EV landscape, stay tuned. You can also explore developments from other key players like Xpeng, a company that has also been developing exciting new vehicles with serious range, and the surging popularity of China’s NEV market as a whole. Additionally, don’t miss out on what Changan is doing to accelerate its EV push, or the new developments from BYD’s Yangwang luxury branding.
