Amid the slew of Chinese carmakers looking to establish and expand their foothold in Australia, Zeekr is one you might want to keep an eye on.
A luxury sub-brand of Geely – which itself already sells the EX5 and Starray EM-i in Australia – Zeekr is positioned in the premium segment, giving buyers a fresh alternative to established brands such as Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz.
With a focus on luxury ‘new energy vehicles’ (NEV), Zeekr’s model range includes all-electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV). Some have already launched in Australia, with others set to follow. Let’s look at what Zeekr has in the pipeline.
The Zeekr X small SUV was the first Zeekr model to be offered in Australia. It’s sold in two variants, both riding on the ‘SEA platform’ shared with Geely-owned Volvo’s EX30 electric car.
A single-motor RWD version pumping out 200kW and 343Nm starts the line-up at $56,900 before on-roads. A top-spec dual-motor AWD produces 315kW and 543Nm.
A 66kWh battery powers the Zeekr X, with the more efficient RWD variant scoring a claimed 540km range (via the ADR 81/02 standard). That translates to 440km on the stricter WLTP cycle.
Standard kit is extensive, with the entry-level Zeekr X RWD notably fitted with dual-zone climate control, wireless phone charging, a 14.6-inch infotainment screen running wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto, an 8.8-inch driver display, six-way electric adjustment for the driver, and a panoramic glass roof.
Price, size, luxury and power: everything is done big in the Zeekr 009 people mover.
Starting from $135,900 before on-roads for six-seat versions – climbing to $139,900 for seven-seat variants – the all-electric Zeekr 009 packs a mammoth 116kWh battery pack and up to 582km of claimed WLTP range. Its dual-motor set-up can also produce 450kW and 693Nm.
As you’d expect at the price point, the Zeekr 009 is full of luxury and tech features, including high-definition OLED screens for front- and rear-seat passengers, a 30-speaker Yamaha sound system and Nappa leather-clad seats with heating, ventilation and massage functionality.
Going after Tesla’s wildly popular Model Y, the Zeekr 7X mid-size electric SUV combines an advanced 800-volt architecture with up to 450kW DC fast-charging capability, and a decent host of standard equipment for a surprisingly lean price.
Similar to the Tesla Model Y line-up, the Zeekr 7X follows a three-grade designation, spanning RWD, Long Range RWD and Performance AWD. Battery size grows from 75kWh to 100kWh for Long Range and up, with outputs jumping from 310kW and 440Nm to 475kW and 710Nm in Performance AWD trim.
Buyers can get into an entry-level RWD grade for just $57,900 before on-roads, edging the Model Y’s current cost of entry by $1000. Long Range RWD and Performance AWD versions can be had for $63,900 and $72,900 respectively, representing a $16,500 saving for the 7X’s top-tier compared to the Model Y’s.
LED headlights, a large smartphone-pairable centre touchscreen, tri-zone climate and a powered tailgate all come as standard.
Pegged to be Zeekr’s first ‘Super Hybrid’ PHEV, the 8X SUV is yet to be officially revealed but is tipped to debut sometime in late 2025. An Australian arrival in 2026 is highly likely, with the 8X set to sit between 7X and 9X for size.
Technical details of the 8X remain scarce, however given Chinese brands’ widespread use of ‘Super Hybrid’ to denote low-consumption PHEVs with higher power outputs, expect some decent range and power claims to follow.
Following a recent launch in China, the Zeekr 9X large electric SUV assumes flagship status for the brand, with an introduction Down Under likely to follow in 2026.
The first PHEV to wear the Zeekr badge, the 9X comes with a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine mated to either two or three electric motors depending on the trim, with the brand claiming a power output of 1030kW at its top spec.
In China, the 9X is available in four grades, with its cheapest undercutting the 009 in price. Scaled accordingly, the 9X could start in the high-$120k range if it comes to Australia, given local pricing of the 009.
On the cards for Australia, and possibly filling the brand’s performance model slot, is the Zeekr 007 GT.
A shooting brake (think high-performance wagon) body style, the Zeekr 007 GT is available in China with both 75 and 100kWh battery packs, with outputs rated at 310kW and 440Nm to 475kW and 710Nm between RWD and AWD variants.