Mitsubishi ASX vs Geely Coolray UAE: A Complete Head-to-Head Comparison

Abu Dhabi: Two compact SUVs, two very different personalities. In the list of the best SUVs in the UAE, Mitsubishi ASX is a trusted Japanese name built on proven reliability, a 2.0L engine, and an available 4WD system. 

The Geely Coolray is the bold challenger with a turbocharged 174 HP engine, a 14.6-inch floating screen, and a 0 to 100 km/h time of just 7.6 seconds. Both sit between Pricing vs Features under AED 53,900 and AED 89,900. 

Here is how they compare.

At a Glance

Feature	Mitsubishi ASX	Geely Coolray
Engine	2.0L MIVEC Naturally Aspirated	1.5TD Turbocharged
Power	147 HP / 197 Nm	174 HP / 290 Nm
Transmission	CVT Automatic	7-speed Dual Clutch (DCT)
Drivetrain	FWD or 4WD	FWD
0 to 100 km/h	Not specified	7.6 seconds
Infotainment	8-inch touchscreen	14.6-inch Floating Display
Audio	9-speaker Rockford Fosgate	Standard
Starting Price	AED 53,900	AED 74,500
Top Trim Price	AED 87,900	AED 89,900
Warranty	5 years / Unlimited km	Standard

Exterior Design

The Mitsubishi ASX offers a Dynamic Shield front design with L-shaped LED DRLs, T-shaped LED tail lamps, a panoramic glass roof, and up to 18-inch alloy wheels. It is clean, confident, and built for long-term visual appeal without trying too hard.

The Coolray goes bolder with its Starlight Trail grille, Starlight Sparkle LED headlamps, black-finish 18-inch alloy wheels, a dual-tone contrasting roof, and a racing-style rear spoiler, giving it a genuinely youthful and aggressive stance.

Exterior Feature	Mitsubishi ASX	Geely Coolray
Headlights	LED with L-shaped DRL	Starlight Sparkle LED
Alloy Wheels	16-inch (base) / 18-inch (top)	18-inch Black Finish
Dual-Tone Body	No	Yes
Panoramic Roof	Glass Roof	Panoramic Sunroof
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Racing Style
Grille Design	Dynamic Shield	Starlight Trail Pattern

Interior Comfort

The ASX cabin is practical and well-organised with synthetic leather or fabric seating depending on trim, front centre armrest with storage, rear USB Type A and C ports, and a panoramic glass roof with LED night illumination that creates a genuinely premium atmosphere.

The Coolray takes comfort further with a 14.6-inch floating display as the centrepiece, ventilated front leather seats for UAE summer relief, wireless charging, hands-free power tailgate, ambient lighting, and a panoramic sunroof across top trims.

Interior Feature	Mitsubishi ASX	Geely Coolray
Screen Size	8-inch	14.6-inch
Seat Material	Fabric / Synthetic / Leather	Premium Leather
Ventilated Seats	No	Yes
Wireless Charging	No	Yes
Power Tailgate	No	Yes (Hands-Free)
Ambient Lighting	No	Yes
Rear USB Ports	Yes (Type A and C)	Yes

Engine Performance

The ASX uses a 2.0L MIVEC naturally aspirated engine with 147 HP and 197 Nm through a smooth CVT. The MIVEC system continuously optimises valve timing for better power, efficiency, and emissions. The 4WD option adds three selectable drive modes: 2WD, 4WD Auto, and 4WD Lock.

The Coolray counters with Affordable Luxury and Turbo Power in the UAE, 174 HP and 290 Nm from its 1.5TD turbo, channelled through a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. It sprints to 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds, tops out at 200 km/h, and delivers strong low-end torque for confident overtaking on UAE highways.  

Performance Spec	Mitsubishi ASX	Geely Coolray
Power	147 HP	174 HP
Torque	197 Nm	290 Nm
Transmission	CVT	7-speed DCT
0 to 100 km/h	Not specified	7.6 seconds
4WD Option	Yes (3 drive modes)	No
Fuel Economy	Standard	6.5 L per 100 km

Infotainment and Connectivity

The ASX runs an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and the standout 9-speaker Rockford Fosgate premium audio system with DTS Neural Surround sound — an audiophile-grade setup rare at this price in any segment.

The Coolray answers with its 14.6-inch supersized floating display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a wireless charging pad built into the lower console, making daily connectivity completely cable-free.

Tech Feature	Mitsubishi ASX	Geely Coolray
Screen Size	8-inch	14.6-inch
Apple CarPlay / Android Auto	Yes	Yes (Wireless)
Wireless Charging	No	Yes
Audio System	Rockford Fosgate 9-speaker	Standard
DTS Surround Sound	Yes	No

Safety

The ASX Chinese Car Redefining Value in 2026 carries a 5-star ANCAP rating backed by a RISE reinforced body structure, a 7-airbag system including a driver knee airbag, Blind Spot Warning, Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Forward Collision Mitigation, Active Stability Control, and Hill Start Assist.

The Coolray brings Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assistance, Blind Spot Detection, Rear Collision Traffic Alert, Traffic Sign Recognition, Adaptive Cruise Control, and a 540-degree full-view camera with transparent undercarriage view.

Available Variants and Pricing

Mitsubishi ASX

Variant	Drivetrain	Price (AED)
2.0L GLX 2WD Basic	FWD	53,900
2.0L GLX 2WD Mid Line	FWD	72,435
2.0L GLX 4WD Mid Line	4WD	87,900

Geely Coolray

Variant	Drivetrain	Price (AED)
1.5TD GL	FWD	74,500
1.5TD GK	FWD	81,500
1.5TD GF	FWD	85,900
1.5TD GF Plus	FWD	89,900

Conclusion

The Mitsubishi ASX and Geely Coolray ultimately serve two different types of buyers. The ASX brings a 5-star ANCAP rating, a Rockford Fosgate audio system, genuine 4WD in three modes, and an industry-leading 5-year unlimited-kilometre warranty that makes long-term ownership genuinely worry-free. Its AED 53,900 entry point is also the lowest in this comparison by a significant margin

The Coolray, however, is the choice for buyers who want to feel the difference on every single drive. With 174 HP, 290 Nm, a 7.6-second century sprint, a 14.6-inch floating screen, ventilated seats, and a 540-degree camera, it delivers a feature and performance package that most cars at double the price struggle to match. If reliability, 4WD, and long-term peace of mind are your priorities, the ASX is your car. If you want maximum performance and technology, the Affordable SUVs in the UAE, the Coolray wins.

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