Zeekr X

Zeekr X
Overview
ManufacturerZeekr (Geely)
ProductionJune 2023 – present
AssemblyChina: Chengdu
DesignerStefan Sielaff (Head of Design)
Jon Rådbrink (chief exterior designer)
Robert Knutsson (exterior designer)
Pontus Merkel (interior designer)[1]
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact luxury crossover SUV (C)
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformSustainable Experience Architecture 2 (SEA2)
Related
Powertrain
Electric motor1× or 2× permanent magnet synchronous
Power output
  • 200 kW (272 PS; 268 hp)
  • 315 kW (428 PS; 422 hp)
  • 350 kW (476 PS; 469 hp)
Transmission1-speed direct-drive
Battery66 kWh nickel-cobalt-manganese
Electric range512–560 km (318–348 mi) (CLTC)
Plug-in charging22 kW (AC)
150 kW (DC)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,750 mm (108.3 in)
Length4,450 mm (175.2 in)
Width1,836 mm (72.3 in)
Height1,572 mm (61.9 in)
Kerb weight1945 kg (4WD)
1885 kg (RWD)

The Zeekr X (Chinese: 极氪X; pinyin: Jíkè X) is a battery electric subcompact luxury crossover SUV developed and produced by Zeekr, a premium NEV brand of Geely.[2] It is the third production vehicle produced by the brand and was launched in April 2023. The model is based on the Geely developed Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA) electric vehicle platform shared with the Smart #1,[3] and the electric motors and batteries are made by VREMT (Viridi E-Mobility Technology), a company fully owned by Geely, which also produces the motors and batteries for Smart #1.[4]

Overview

The production Zeekr X was unveiled on 12 April 2023. The Zeekr X is available in three trim levels with either a single motor rear-wheel-drive or dual motor all-wheel-drive drivetrain and a 66 kWh ternary battery by CATL Geely Sichuan good for 500–560 km of range. The dual motor powertrain produces up to 422 hp (315 kW) and 400 lb-ft (543 Nm) of torque, capable of a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 3.7 seconds. It is also available as a 5-seater vehicle or a more premium 4-seater setup. The entry-level 5-seater rear-drive ME version produces 272 hp (200 kW), and has a CLTC range of 560 km (348 miles). Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is 5.8 seconds. Two "YOU" trims are offered with a dual-motor setup paired with a 5-seater configuration or a single-motor setup paired with a premium 4-seater configuration. The single-motor YOU trim could be had with an optional dual-motor upgrade.[5]

The interior of the Zeekr X features a small instrument panel and an AR-HUD in front of the steering wheel, with a 14.6-inch floating screen shared with other Zeekr models placed in the centre of the interior that can move towards the passenger side. The interior could also be had with a minifridge.[5][6] The trunk volume of the Zeekr X varies from 12.8 cubic feet (362 liters) with all seats in default position to 41.7 cu ft (1,182 L) with the rear seats folded.[7]

The model 2025 has a version with a 49 kWh LFP (short blades) battery that will be 25% cheaper in China than the previous entry model version.[8]


Powertrain

Spec
Model
Year of introduction Battery Battery capacity Range (WLTP) Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) Top speed Drive
Single Motor June 2023 – Nickel manganese cobalt 69.0 kWh (248 MJ) 440 km (270 mi) 168 hp (125 kW; 170 PS) 343 N⋅m (253 lb⋅ft) 5.6 s 180 km/h (110 mph) RWD
Dual Motor June 2023 – Nickel manganese cobalt 400 km (250 mi) 428 hp (319 kW; 434 PS) 543 N⋅m (400 lb⋅ft) 3.8 s AWD
References
[9][10]

Safety

Euro NCAP test results
Zeekr X Long Range RWD (LHD) (2024)[11]
Test Points %
Overall:
Adult occupant: 36.8 91%
Child occupant: 44.5 90%
Pedestrian: 53.5 84%
Safety assist: 15.1 83%

References

  1. ^ "极氪X 源于全球设计团队". weixin.qq. Retrieved 2023-04-04.
  2. ^ MotorNet. "Lançamento do Zeekr X 2023". MotorNet (in Brazilian Portuguese). Retrieved 2023-06-11.
  3. ^ "China's Zeekr launches electric SUV, targets Europe". reuters.com. 2023-04-13. Retrieved 2023-04-13.
  4. ^ Bobylev, Denis (2023-04-12). "Zeekr X launched with a 560 km range for 27,600 USD. Coming to Europe". carnewschina.com. Retrieved 2023-04-13.
  5. ^ a b "Zeekr launches sub-$30K 'X' electric SUV aimed at Tesla, luxury automakers". electrek.co. Retrieved 2023-04-13.
  6. ^ "Zeekr X interior officially unveiled in China with a huge screen". carnewschina. 23 March 2023. Retrieved 2023-04-13.
  7. ^ "Zeekr X Goes On Sale, Offers 348 Miles Of Range For Just $27,600". insideevs. Retrieved 2023-04-13.
  8. ^ Denis Bobylev (2024-11-01). "2025 Zeekr X launched in China with a 25% sliced price". Car News China.
  9. ^ "2023 Zeekr X 69 kWh (272 Hp) Single Motor BEV". Auto-Data.net.
  10. ^ "2023 Zeekr X 69 kWh (428 Hp) Dual Motor AWD BEV". Auto-Data.net.
  11. ^ https://cdn.euroncap.com/media/82663/euroncap-2024-zeekr-x-datasheet.pdf