After making its debut on the current Chengdu Motor Present, the Zeekr 7X has now been formally launched in China. Deliveries of the model’s first electrical midsize SUV will begin this month, with world markets set to obtain the mannequin within the coming months.
Constructed on the PMA2+ platform which is derived from Geely’s Sustainable Expertise Structure and likewise used for the 007 sedan, the 7X is five-seater that measures 4,825 mm lengthy, 1,930 mm extensive, 1,666 mm tall and has wheelbase of two,925 mm – floor clearance is 197 mm.
The platform options an 800V electrical structure and is fitted with both a 75-kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) ‘Golden Brick’ or 100-kWh nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) ‘Qilin’ battery. The bottom variant – certainly one of three supplied – is priced at 229,900 yuan (about RM137k) and will get the smaller battery LFP powering a rear-mounted electrical motor rated at 421 PS (416 hp or 310 kW) and 440 Nm of torque.
On this configuration, the 7X will get from 0-100 km/h in 5.8 seconds and affords as much as 605 km of vary following China’s extremely beneficiant CLTC normal. The mid-tier variant at 249,900 yuan (RM149k) makes use of the identical electrical motor however will get the bigger NMC battery for extra vary at as much as 780 km, whereas the century dash time is down by 0.1 seconds.
As for the range-topper, it sells for 269,900 yuan (RM161k) and makes use of the NMC battery however positive aspects one other electrical motor on the entrance for all-wheel drive. The entire system output is 646 PS (637 hp or 475 kW) and 710 Nm, which allows a 0-100 km/h time of three.8 seconds and a variety of as much as 705 km.
As is typical of Chinese language automakers, detailed charging data isn’t available on Zeekr’s official web site. As an alternative, the corporate says the 7X helps 5.5C charging – the ‘C’ signifies what number of occasions a battery might be charged in a single hour – and may get from a 10-80% state of cost (SoC) in 10.5 minutes through DC quick charging.
This solely applies to the bottom variant, with the NMC-equipped choices requiring quarter-hour, indicating they help 4C charging as a substitute. The 7X additionally has exterior energy provides that may ship as much as 60 kW DC or 3.3 kW AC.
The 7X comes normal with air suspension however that is just for the AWD variant, with the system being an possibility for lesser choices. What’s unique to the AWD is an off-road mode for many who are feeling adventurous.
Design-wise, the 7X options cues seen on the 007, together with flush door handles, a roof-mounted lidar sensor, full-width taillights and what the corporate calls a “sensible gentle curtain.”
The final merchandise is basically a 93-inch show that sits between the matrix LED headlamps and spans the entrance of the automobile. It incorporates over 1,800 particular person LEDs and might be configured to show numerous graphics or notices to the environment. There’s additionally a frunk with 62 litres of storage quantity to enhance the rear boot that may maintain 616 litres.
The 7X’s inside can also be much like the 007, with a easy dashboard that’s residence to a 13.02-inch digital instrument cluster and 16-inch touchscreen with a mini-LED show at 3.5K decision. A Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 chip powers the infotainment system, which comes with AI functionality and is wired to a 21-speaker sound system.
Creature comforts contained in the cabin embody powered entrance seats with heating, air flow, therapeutic massage and reminiscence capabilities, that are joined by three-zone local weather management with B-pillar vents, a CN95 air filter and a sensible perfume system.
For individuals who need the “tauke” expertise, the 7X might be optioned with Nappa leather-based upholstery and there’s even one thing referred to as a “rear electrical couch,” the latter reworking the rear right into a lounge with seats which might be featured-packed. We’re speaking 134 levels of backrest angle adjustment, a foot relaxation, a devoted 6-inch touchscreen management panel in addition to the identical heating, air flow, therapeutic massage and reminiscence capabilities because the entrance seats.
Different rear-seat luxuries supplied are a 13-inch OLED show with 2K decision, powered tray tables, a fridge built-in into the realm simply behind the entrance centre console, plus powered sunshades for a cinema-like expertise.
Like different Zeekr fashions, the 7X comes normal with loads of advance driver help and security techniques, together with lively airbags, full-speed adaptive cruise management, lively lane change help, computerized parking help, autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning and help, blind spot monitoring, visitors signal recognition and cross visitors alert.
Malaysia has but to welcome any Zeekr mannequin, though it’s already confirmed that the 009 MPV and X hatchback will probably be launched quickly. Based mostly on the 7X’s specs and options, are you hoping for this electrical SUV to additionally make its manner right here as a substitute for the Tesla Mannequin Y and Xpeng G6?
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