Zeekr X Preliminary Pricing and Specs Revealed, To Launch Later This Year

Zeekr, a new entrant to the Australian EV market, has announced plans to launch its Zeekr X small electric SUV in late 2024. Positioned as a competitor to the Volvo EX30 the Zeekr X will be priced more competitively.

While exact pricing has not been finalised, Zeekr confirmed that the base rear-wheel drive variant will be priced under $60,000 before on-road costs, and the top-spec all-wheel drive variant under $70,000. These figures suggest a lower starting price point than the Volvo EX30, which starts at $59,990 and $71,290 for the rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive variants respectively.

Zeekr X Key Specifications

Built on the same dedicated EV Platform as the Volvo EX30, Geely SEA2, the Zeekr X will offer two powertrain options. Both variants will share a 66kWh NMC battery. Vehicle-to-load (V2L) will be standard on all variants.

Rear-wheel drive

• The rear-wheel drive model will feature a 200kW/343Nm rear motor, accelerating from 0-100km/h in 5.6 seconds
• NEDC range is 540km or WLTP 440km
• Maximum charging rates are 7kW AC and 150kW DC

All-wheel drive

• Combined output of the AWD model is 315kW/543Nm, allowing for a sprint to 100km/h in just 3.8 seconds
• NEDC range is 470km or WLTP 400km
• AC charging is faster at 11kW AC

Zeekr X Key Features

Standard equipment on the base model includes 19-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, a 14.6-inch central touchscreen with wireless smartphone connectivity, a digital instrument cluster, dual-tone exterior, panoramic sunroof, power-adjustable driver's seat, and wireless phone charging. Additional features such as sentry mode, pet mode, and vehicle-to-load capability are also included.

An optional Convenience Package is available for both models, offering features like memory seats, power-adjustable passenger seat, heated and ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel, premium audio system, and ambient lighting.

The top-spec all-wheel drive model adds 20-inch forged alloy wheels, an intelligent B-pillar display, and a head-up display with augmented reality.

Customers will have a choice of five exterior colors and three interior trims.

Zeekr X Warranty and Servicing

Zeekr confirmed the X will have a 5 year / unlimited kilometer car warranty and 8 year / 160,000 kilometer battery warranty.

Servicing intervals will be the earlier of 2 years or 40,000 kilometer.

Zeekr Sales Model and Future Plans

Zeekr will adopt a traditional dealership model with nine locations planned for Australia. The first Zeekr X vehicles are expected to be delivered to customers in mid-October.

During the launch event Zeekr confirmed its commitment to the Australian market with plans to expand its local lineup with the 009 people mover before the end of 2024, followed by the 7X large SUV, a Tesla Model Y competitor, in 2025.