Zeekr 7X Reviews

If you're not first you've got to be better, and given the Zeekr 7X follows a long list of pure-electric mid-size SUVs hitting the Aussie market recently it has a big job ahead in cutting through the new-car clutter. We've tested the dual-motor AWD Performance version to see if it has what it takes to hit that goal.

The 7X Long Range might just be the sweet spot in the family, serving up the longest driving range and enough real-world power for everyday driving. Sure, its ride isn't as competent as it is on the AWD's air suspension, but sacrifices must be made somewhere.It's $63,900 – almost $10K less than the flagship Performance grade – and it builds on the strong standard kit of the entry-level model with a better 21-speaker stereo and a head-up display.While the cheapest 7X variant scores a 75kWh LFP battery, this Long Range nabs a 100kWh NCM unit. It has an 800V architecture, allowing for mega charging speeds of up to 420kW and it should travel up to 615km between charges on the WLTP cycle.

The entry-level Zeekr 7X model misses out on some of the good stuff, with less power than the AWD, and a smaller battery than the Long Range model. It is the fastest-charging of the lot, though, with up to 450kW DC charging possible.It's $57,900, before on-road costs, and standard kit is pretty impressive across the board, with the entry-level model scoring 19-inch alloys, LED lighting all around, a powered boot and a glass roof with a powered shade. and ambient interior lighting, too. Tech is handled by a 16-inch central touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and there are two 50W wireless charge pads. You also get a digital dash, tri-zone climate and a 10-speaker stereo.It gets a 75kW LFP battery, which should deliver a 480km driving range on the WLTP cycle.

The Zeekr 7X is the mid-size Tesla Model Y rival the Chinese brand has been waiting for. In fact, this model alone has already tripled the brand's sales, and it hasn't even arrived yet. The question is, does it live up to the hype?

The era of the Chinese premium SUV is upon us - but is the Zeekr 7X one worth waiting for in the second half of next year?