After successfully introducing the LC lineup in 2008 and gaining popularity as the first Chinese automaker able to produce a vehicle with a five-star rating in the local crash test, Geely dared more and introduced a crossover version for this model and named LC Cross, although it had different names on various markets, such as the Panda.

The Chinese carmakers were on the verge of conquering other territories, and Geely produced the LC to compete in the supermini segment against Toyota Aygo, Suzuki Alto, Hyundai i10, and Kia Picanto.