Zeekr X

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Zeekr X
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Overview
Manufacturer Zeekr (Geely)
ProductionJune 2023 – present
AssemblyChina: Chengdu
Designer Stefan Sielaff (Head of Design)
Jon Rådbrink (chief exterior designer)
Robert Knutsson (exterior designer)
Pontus Merkel (interior designer) [1]
Body and chassis
Class Subcompact luxury crossover SUV (C)
Body style 5-door SUV
Layout
Platform Sustainable Experience Architecture 2 (SEA2)
Related
Powertrain
Electric motor 1× 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)
Transmission 1-speed direct-drive
Battery 66 kWh nickel-cobalt-manganese
Electric range 512–560 km (318–348 mi) (CLTC)
Plug-in charging 22 kW (AC)
150 kW (DC)
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,750 mm (108.3 in)
Length4,450 mm (175.2 in)
Width1,836 mm (72.3 in)
Height1,572 mm (61.9 in)
Kerb weight 1945 kg (4WD)
1885 kg (RWD)

The Zeekr 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]

Contents

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 center 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]

Powertrain

Spec
Model
Year of introductionBatteryBattery capacityRange (WLTP)PowerTorque0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)Top speedDrive
Single MotorJune 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 s180 km/h (110 mph) RWD
Dual MotorJune 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
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