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News.com.au
5 days ago
- Automotive
- News.com.au
Zeekr 7X Australia specs and price revealed
Chinese EV maker Zeekr has announced a bold move that could undermine Tesla's hold on the Australian market. Many vehicles in Australia are capable of ultra-fast charging; however, their ability is limited in practice due to underdeveloped EV infrastructure. Yes, Tesla does offer Superchargers, but this infrastructure is often exclusive to Tesla owners. For other EV drivers, there are limited public EVs that support truly rapid charging. In New South Wales, if you exclude Tesla-exclusive chargers, there are approximately a dozen stations capable of 350kWh or higher charging that are available to the public. Currently, there are 93,078 registered electric vehicles in the State, according to Transport NSW. This equates to thousands of electric vehicles for every 350kW charger in New South Wales. Zeekr views this as an opportunity to bring their ultra-fast 800V charging stations to Australia, which has already seen immense success in China. Zeekr Vice President Frank Li says the company is 'seriously considering' building a network of ultra-fast chargers around Australia to accommodate the growing need of their customers. 'We're seriously considering this to support our 800V vehicles. Fast, reliable charging is essential to the Zeekr experience, and we're working on solutions that deliver real value to our customers,' Mr Li says. The company plans to launch a massive charging network as part of its ambitious strategy for the Australian market, following the recent introduction of the Zeekr 7X, which is the company's first vehicle to feature an 800V platform in Australia. Zeekr's mid-sized SUV competes directly with other popular models, such as the Tesla Model Y, BYD Sealion 7, and various other electric SUVs. The 2025 Zeekr 7X starts at $57,900 before on-road costs (around $64,000 drive-away), with the flagship Performance AWD variant priced at $72,900. That positions the 7X about $1000 cheaper than the Tesla Model Y, though slightly more expensive than the BYD Sealion 7. Zeekr says the price for the 7X, which joins the Zeekr X (a small SUV) and the Zeekr 009 (a luxury people mover) in the brand's expanding Australian line-up, remains competitive in the country's growing market. 'This was intended to bring the Zeekr brand to more Australian homes. With so much to offer, we really feel this is incredible value,' Mr Li said. 'We justify our price positioning by delivering long-term value and a tech-forward ownership experience tailored to discerning Australian drivers.' The 7X range comprises three main variants: the RWD (standard range), RWD long-range, and 7X Performance AWD. All variants will support Zeekr's 'Golden Battery' technology, which enables rapid charging from 10 per cent to 80 per cent in just 13 minutes. The RWD model features a 75kWh LFP battery and comes standard with height-adjustable air suspension, heated front seats, 19-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof (with electric sunshade), and interior ambient lighting. According to the EV brand, this variant is capable of a claimed 0-100km/h sprint in around 6.0 seconds. Next in line is the 7X RWD long-range model, which features similar characteristics to the RWD model but offers a larger 100 kWh battery. Despite the increased battery capacity, performance remains unchanged compared to the standard RWD model. The top-spec model of the Zeekr 7X range is the Performance AWD, which delivers the best performance figures in the line-up and shares its battery with the Long Range RWD variant. It is equipped with the same 100 kWh battery found in the long-range model but uses twin electric motors, enabling a 0-100 km/h acceleration in just 3.8 seconds. The EV brand aims to sell over 2,000 electric vehicles in 2025, and according to Melvyn Low, Zeekr's Head of Product, the 7X plays a crucial role in the brand's achievement of this milestone. 'Our insights into Australian consumers reveal a strong appetite for EVs that combine practicality, performance, and premium design — without the compromises often seen in legacy models,' Melvyn said. 'The 7X reflects this understanding, offering a purpose-built electric SUV tailored to local driving conditions and lifestyle needs, with the space, tech, and refinement modern drivers expect. 'With performance at its core and continuous evolution through OTA updates, the 7X redefines what it means to drive premium.'
The Advertiser
5 days ago
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Zeekr could still bring another brand to Australia
Zeekr Australia is still weighing up bringing the youth-oriented Lynk & Co brand to Australia despite abandoning previous plans to launch it locally as soon as 2026. Predominantly sold in Europe and China, Lynk & Co makes hybrid and electric vehicles (EV) and shares technology with brands including Volvo, Polestar and Zeekr – all part of the Geely group. Lynk & Co became a subsidiary of Zeekr in late 2024 – around the same time Zeekr launched in Australia – after the brand was established by Volvo and Geely almost a decade ago. Initial plans to launch the Lynk & Co brand here in 2026 to be sold alongside Zeekr – sharing the same sales, servicing and parts network – were shelved earlier this year as the company chose to focus on the Zeekr brand here. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. Above: Lynk & Co 08 At the launch of its third model locally, the Zeekr 7X mid-size SUV, Zeekr's local boss Frank Li told CarExpert Lynk & Co is still on the cards for Australia. "This is still under discussion," Mr Li said. "This market is very open to every brand, so, Lynk & Co definitely has very good potential in this market." The Lynk & Co 08 – a large SUV offering hybrid power – has been tipped to lead the brand's local launch, given the popularity of SUVs in Australia. Earlier this year, however, Mr Li ruled out bringing the small Z20 electric SUV here due to concerns it would overlap with the Zeekr X. Above: Lynk & Co 03 When asked if Lynk & Co models could be sold here under the Zeekr brand – including being badged as Zeekr models – Mr Li said didn't rule the approach in or out. "We haven't planned that yet," the Zeekr boss told CarExpert, suggesting the move is still an option. Lynk & Co has 11 different models in the Chinese market, though a much smaller export lineup. This portfolio includes everything from small hatchbacks like the 02 all the way up to the large Z10 sedan, with powertrains including petrol engines with mild-hybrid, hybrid or plug-in hybrid systems, plus fully electric vehicles. Above: Lynk & Co 09 Previously EV-only Zeekr is launching its first plug-in hybrid in China this year, but its next vehicle in Australia will be the electric 7X mid-size SUV. The 7X is set to boost Zeekr's sales in Australia with customer deliveries scheduled to start in October, with its price undercutting its key rival Tesla Model Y. Despite that, Zeekr has revised down its 2025 sales forecast, while Tesla has rolled out massive incentives of up to $11,000 on its two-model lineup after a 65 per cent sales slide. MORE: Everything Zeekr MORE: Room for one more? Chinese car brand Lynk & Co eyes Australian launch MORE: Zeekr 7X pricing: New mid-size electric SUV undercuts Tesla Model Y Content originally sourced from: Zeekr Australia is still weighing up bringing the youth-oriented Lynk & Co brand to Australia despite abandoning previous plans to launch it locally as soon as 2026. Predominantly sold in Europe and China, Lynk & Co makes hybrid and electric vehicles (EV) and shares technology with brands including Volvo, Polestar and Zeekr – all part of the Geely group. Lynk & Co became a subsidiary of Zeekr in late 2024 – around the same time Zeekr launched in Australia – after the brand was established by Volvo and Geely almost a decade ago. Initial plans to launch the Lynk & Co brand here in 2026 to be sold alongside Zeekr – sharing the same sales, servicing and parts network – were shelved earlier this year as the company chose to focus on the Zeekr brand here. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. Above: Lynk & Co 08 At the launch of its third model locally, the Zeekr 7X mid-size SUV, Zeekr's local boss Frank Li told CarExpert Lynk & Co is still on the cards for Australia. "This is still under discussion," Mr Li said. "This market is very open to every brand, so, Lynk & Co definitely has very good potential in this market." The Lynk & Co 08 – a large SUV offering hybrid power – has been tipped to lead the brand's local launch, given the popularity of SUVs in Australia. Earlier this year, however, Mr Li ruled out bringing the small Z20 electric SUV here due to concerns it would overlap with the Zeekr X. Above: Lynk & Co 03 When asked if Lynk & Co models could be sold here under the Zeekr brand – including being badged as Zeekr models – Mr Li said didn't rule the approach in or out. "We haven't planned that yet," the Zeekr boss told CarExpert, suggesting the move is still an option. Lynk & Co has 11 different models in the Chinese market, though a much smaller export lineup. This portfolio includes everything from small hatchbacks like the 02 all the way up to the large Z10 sedan, with powertrains including petrol engines with mild-hybrid, hybrid or plug-in hybrid systems, plus fully electric vehicles. Above: Lynk & Co 09 Previously EV-only Zeekr is launching its first plug-in hybrid in China this year, but its next vehicle in Australia will be the electric 7X mid-size SUV. The 7X is set to boost Zeekr's sales in Australia with customer deliveries scheduled to start in October, with its price undercutting its key rival Tesla Model Y. Despite that, Zeekr has revised down its 2025 sales forecast, while Tesla has rolled out massive incentives of up to $11,000 on its two-model lineup after a 65 per cent sales slide. MORE: Everything Zeekr MORE: Room for one more? Chinese car brand Lynk & Co eyes Australian launch MORE: Zeekr 7X pricing: New mid-size electric SUV undercuts Tesla Model Y Content originally sourced from: Zeekr Australia is still weighing up bringing the youth-oriented Lynk & Co brand to Australia despite abandoning previous plans to launch it locally as soon as 2026. Predominantly sold in Europe and China, Lynk & Co makes hybrid and electric vehicles (EV) and shares technology with brands including Volvo, Polestar and Zeekr – all part of the Geely group. Lynk & Co became a subsidiary of Zeekr in late 2024 – around the same time Zeekr launched in Australia – after the brand was established by Volvo and Geely almost a decade ago. Initial plans to launch the Lynk & Co brand here in 2026 to be sold alongside Zeekr – sharing the same sales, servicing and parts network – were shelved earlier this year as the company chose to focus on the Zeekr brand here. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. Above: Lynk & Co 08 At the launch of its third model locally, the Zeekr 7X mid-size SUV, Zeekr's local boss Frank Li told CarExpert Lynk & Co is still on the cards for Australia. "This is still under discussion," Mr Li said. "This market is very open to every brand, so, Lynk & Co definitely has very good potential in this market." The Lynk & Co 08 – a large SUV offering hybrid power – has been tipped to lead the brand's local launch, given the popularity of SUVs in Australia. Earlier this year, however, Mr Li ruled out bringing the small Z20 electric SUV here due to concerns it would overlap with the Zeekr X. Above: Lynk & Co 03 When asked if Lynk & Co models could be sold here under the Zeekr brand – including being badged as Zeekr models – Mr Li said didn't rule the approach in or out. "We haven't planned that yet," the Zeekr boss told CarExpert, suggesting the move is still an option. Lynk & Co has 11 different models in the Chinese market, though a much smaller export lineup. This portfolio includes everything from small hatchbacks like the 02 all the way up to the large Z10 sedan, with powertrains including petrol engines with mild-hybrid, hybrid or plug-in hybrid systems, plus fully electric vehicles. Above: Lynk & Co 09 Previously EV-only Zeekr is launching its first plug-in hybrid in China this year, but its next vehicle in Australia will be the electric 7X mid-size SUV. The 7X is set to boost Zeekr's sales in Australia with customer deliveries scheduled to start in October, with its price undercutting its key rival Tesla Model Y. Despite that, Zeekr has revised down its 2025 sales forecast, while Tesla has rolled out massive incentives of up to $11,000 on its two-model lineup after a 65 per cent sales slide. MORE: Everything Zeekr MORE: Room for one more? Chinese car brand Lynk & Co eyes Australian launch MORE: Zeekr 7X pricing: New mid-size electric SUV undercuts Tesla Model Y Content originally sourced from: Zeekr Australia is still weighing up bringing the youth-oriented Lynk & Co brand to Australia despite abandoning previous plans to launch it locally as soon as 2026. Predominantly sold in Europe and China, Lynk & Co makes hybrid and electric vehicles (EV) and shares technology with brands including Volvo, Polestar and Zeekr – all part of the Geely group. Lynk & Co became a subsidiary of Zeekr in late 2024 – around the same time Zeekr launched in Australia – after the brand was established by Volvo and Geely almost a decade ago. Initial plans to launch the Lynk & Co brand here in 2026 to be sold alongside Zeekr – sharing the same sales, servicing and parts network – were shelved earlier this year as the company chose to focus on the Zeekr brand here. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. Above: Lynk & Co 08 At the launch of its third model locally, the Zeekr 7X mid-size SUV, Zeekr's local boss Frank Li told CarExpert Lynk & Co is still on the cards for Australia. "This is still under discussion," Mr Li said. "This market is very open to every brand, so, Lynk & Co definitely has very good potential in this market." The Lynk & Co 08 – a large SUV offering hybrid power – has been tipped to lead the brand's local launch, given the popularity of SUVs in Australia. Earlier this year, however, Mr Li ruled out bringing the small Z20 electric SUV here due to concerns it would overlap with the Zeekr X. Above: Lynk & Co 03 When asked if Lynk & Co models could be sold here under the Zeekr brand – including being badged as Zeekr models – Mr Li said didn't rule the approach in or out. "We haven't planned that yet," the Zeekr boss told CarExpert, suggesting the move is still an option. Lynk & Co has 11 different models in the Chinese market, though a much smaller export lineup. This portfolio includes everything from small hatchbacks like the 02 all the way up to the large Z10 sedan, with powertrains including petrol engines with mild-hybrid, hybrid or plug-in hybrid systems, plus fully electric vehicles. Above: Lynk & Co 09 Previously EV-only Zeekr is launching its first plug-in hybrid in China this year, but its next vehicle in Australia will be the electric 7X mid-size SUV. The 7X is set to boost Zeekr's sales in Australia with customer deliveries scheduled to start in October, with its price undercutting its key rival Tesla Model Y. Despite that, Zeekr has revised down its 2025 sales forecast, while Tesla has rolled out massive incentives of up to $11,000 on its two-model lineup after a 65 per cent sales slide. MORE: Everything Zeekr MORE: Room for one more? Chinese car brand Lynk & Co eyes Australian launch MORE: Zeekr 7X pricing: New mid-size electric SUV undercuts Tesla Model Y Content originally sourced from:
7NEWS
5 days ago
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Zeekr could still bring another brand to Australia
Zeekr Australia is still weighing up bringing the youth-oriented Lynk & Co brand to Australia despite abandoning previous plans to launch it locally as soon as 2026. Predominantly sold in Europe and China, Lynk & Co makes hybrid and electric vehicles (EV) and shares technology with brands including Volvo, Polestar and Zeekr – all part of the Geely group. Lynk & Co became a subsidiary of Zeekr in late 2024 – around the same time Zeekr launched in Australia – after the brand was established by Volvo and Geely almost a decade ago. Initial plans to launch the Lynk & Co brand here in 2026 to be sold alongside Zeekr – sharing the same sales, servicing and parts network – were shelved earlier this year as the company chose to focus on the Zeekr brand here. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. Above: Lynk & Co 08 At the launch of its third model locally, the Zeekr 7X mid-size SUV, Zeekr's local boss Frank Li told CarExpert Lynk & Co is still on the cards for Australia. 'This is still under discussion,' Mr Li said. 'This market is very open to every brand, so, Lynk & Co definitely has very good potential in this market.' The Lynk & Co 08 – a large SUV offering hybrid power – has been tipped to lead the brand's local launch, given the popularity of SUVs in Australia. Earlier this year, however, Mr Li ruled out bringing the small Z20 electric SUV here due to concerns it would overlap with the Zeekr X. Above: Lynk & Co 03 When asked if Lynk & Co models could be sold here under the Zeekr brand – including being badged as Zeekr models – Mr Li said didn't rule the approach in or out. 'We haven't planned that yet,' the Zeekr boss told CarExpert, suggesting the move is still an option. Lynk & Co has 11 different models in the Chinese market, though a much smaller export lineup. This portfolio includes everything from small hatchbacks like the 02 all the way up to the large Z10 sedan, with powertrains including petrol engines with mild-hybrid, hybrid or plug-in hybrid systems, plus fully electric vehicles. Above: Lynk & Co 09 Previously EV-only Zeekr is launching its first plug-in hybrid in China this year, but its next vehicle in Australia will be the electric 7X mid-size SUV. The 7X is set to boost Zeekr's sales in Australia with customer deliveries scheduled to start in October, with its price undercutting its key rival Tesla Model Y. Despite that, Zeekr has revised down its 2025 sales forecast, while Tesla has rolled out massive incentives of up to $11,000 on its two-model lineup after a 65 per cent sales slide.
Perth Now
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Zeekr could still bring another brand to Australia
Zeekr Australia is still weighing up bringing the youth-oriented Lynk & Co brand to Australia despite abandoning previous plans to launch it locally as soon as 2026. Predominantly sold in Europe and China, Lynk & Co makes hybrid and electric vehicles (EV) and shares technology with brands including Volvo, Polestar and Zeekr – all part of the Geely group. Lynk & Co became a subsidiary of Zeekr in late 2024 – around the same time Zeekr launched in Australia – after the brand was established by Volvo and Geely almost a decade ago. Initial plans to launch the Lynk & Co brand here in 2026 to be sold alongside Zeekr – sharing the same sales, servicing and parts network – were shelved earlier this year as the company chose to focus on the Zeekr brand here. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Above: Lynk & Co 08 At the launch of its third model locally, the Zeekr 7X mid-size SUV, Zeekr's local boss Frank Li told CarExpert Lynk & Co is still on the cards for Australia. 'This is still under discussion,' Mr Li said. 'This market is very open to every brand, so, Lynk & Co definitely has very good potential in this market.' The Lynk & Co 08 – a large SUV offering hybrid power – has been tipped to lead the brand's local launch, given the popularity of SUVs in Australia. Earlier this year, however, Mr Li ruled out bringing the small Z20 electric SUV here due to concerns it would overlap with the Zeekr X. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Above: Lynk & Co 03 When asked if Lynk & Co models could be sold here under the Zeekr brand – including being badged as Zeekr models – Mr Li said didn't rule the approach in or out. 'We haven't planned that yet,' the Zeekr boss told CarExpert, suggesting the move is still an option. Lynk & Co has 11 different models in the Chinese market, though a much smaller export lineup. This portfolio includes everything from small hatchbacks like the 02 all the way up to the large Z10 sedan, with powertrains including petrol engines with mild-hybrid, hybrid or plug-in hybrid systems, plus fully electric vehicles. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Above: Lynk & Co 09 Previously EV-only Zeekr is launching its first plug-in hybrid in China this year, but its next vehicle in Australia will be the electric 7X mid-size SUV. The 7X is set to boost Zeekr's sales in Australia with customer deliveries scheduled to start in October, with its price undercutting its key rival Tesla Model Y. Despite that, Zeekr has revised down its 2025 sales forecast, while Tesla has rolled out massive incentives of up to $11,000 on its two-model lineup after a 65 per cent sales slide. MORE: Everything Zeekr MORE: Room for one more? Chinese car brand Lynk & Co eyes Australian launch MORE: Zeekr 7X pricing: New mid-size electric SUV undercuts Tesla Model Y
The Advertiser
6 days ago
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Zeekr Australia pulls back on 'optimistic' sales target
Zeekr Australia has lowered its previous sales forecast for 2025, citing the late arrival of its new 7X mid-size electric SUV. The company said in February it planned to sell up to 3000 vehicles in 2025 but now expects to sell 2000 by year's end. To the end of July, it's sitting at 522 deliveries, or an average of 75 vehicles per month. Having launched in Australia in October 2024 with two models – the Zeekr X SUV and the 009 people mover – the premium electric car brand forecast stronger sales with the arrival of the 7X mid-size SUV in showrooms. Unveiled in Sydney today – priced from $1000 less than rival Tesla Model Y – Zeekr Australia managing director Frank Li told CarExpert the 7X's arrival later than expected is behind the lower number. "The target before, yes, there should be a challenge – an optimistic target," Mr Li said. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. "It depends on when we start to deliver 7X – so when we're talking about 2000, it is a target for deliveries – it's not an order number. So, we are currently doing the latest version of the ADRs [Australian Design Rules] homologation. "We will start to deliver to customers in October – I'm not sure if it will be early or late October – but definitely October, so roughly we only have two full months to deliver this car." "That is the main reason that there is some change in the self-target." Set to boost the brand's local sales, the five-seat 7X is larger than the X SUV it launched here last year and is the first model offered by the automaker here with an 800V electrical system, bringing rapid charging capability. The X has made up 448 – 86 per cent – of the brand's 522 local sales here to the end of July, given the 009 people mover is significantly more expensive at $135,900 before on-road costs. The monthly average puts Zeekr on target for 895 sales, not including 7X deliveries. Despite having a larger dealer network, Volvo isn't massively outselling the Zeekr X with its related EX30, which is sitting at 798 deliveries year-to-date. The 009, meanwhile, is outselling rivals like the LDV MIFA 9, of which just three have been delivered this year, and the Mercedes-Benz EQV (23). Zeekr, owned by Geely, which is also the parent company of Volvo, Lotus and a stakeholder alongside Mercedes-Benz in Smart, was launched in China in 2021. MORE: Zeekr 7X pricing: New mid-size electric SUV undercuts Tesla Model Y Content originally sourced from: Zeekr Australia has lowered its previous sales forecast for 2025, citing the late arrival of its new 7X mid-size electric SUV. The company said in February it planned to sell up to 3000 vehicles in 2025 but now expects to sell 2000 by year's end. To the end of July, it's sitting at 522 deliveries, or an average of 75 vehicles per month. Having launched in Australia in October 2024 with two models – the Zeekr X SUV and the 009 people mover – the premium electric car brand forecast stronger sales with the arrival of the 7X mid-size SUV in showrooms. Unveiled in Sydney today – priced from $1000 less than rival Tesla Model Y – Zeekr Australia managing director Frank Li told CarExpert the 7X's arrival later than expected is behind the lower number. "The target before, yes, there should be a challenge – an optimistic target," Mr Li said. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. "It depends on when we start to deliver 7X – so when we're talking about 2000, it is a target for deliveries – it's not an order number. So, we are currently doing the latest version of the ADRs [Australian Design Rules] homologation. "We will start to deliver to customers in October – I'm not sure if it will be early or late October – but definitely October, so roughly we only have two full months to deliver this car." "That is the main reason that there is some change in the self-target." Set to boost the brand's local sales, the five-seat 7X is larger than the X SUV it launched here last year and is the first model offered by the automaker here with an 800V electrical system, bringing rapid charging capability. The X has made up 448 – 86 per cent – of the brand's 522 local sales here to the end of July, given the 009 people mover is significantly more expensive at $135,900 before on-road costs. The monthly average puts Zeekr on target for 895 sales, not including 7X deliveries. Despite having a larger dealer network, Volvo isn't massively outselling the Zeekr X with its related EX30, which is sitting at 798 deliveries year-to-date. The 009, meanwhile, is outselling rivals like the LDV MIFA 9, of which just three have been delivered this year, and the Mercedes-Benz EQV (23). Zeekr, owned by Geely, which is also the parent company of Volvo, Lotus and a stakeholder alongside Mercedes-Benz in Smart, was launched in China in 2021. MORE: Zeekr 7X pricing: New mid-size electric SUV undercuts Tesla Model Y Content originally sourced from: Zeekr Australia has lowered its previous sales forecast for 2025, citing the late arrival of its new 7X mid-size electric SUV. The company said in February it planned to sell up to 3000 vehicles in 2025 but now expects to sell 2000 by year's end. To the end of July, it's sitting at 522 deliveries, or an average of 75 vehicles per month. Having launched in Australia in October 2024 with two models – the Zeekr X SUV and the 009 people mover – the premium electric car brand forecast stronger sales with the arrival of the 7X mid-size SUV in showrooms. Unveiled in Sydney today – priced from $1000 less than rival Tesla Model Y – Zeekr Australia managing director Frank Li told CarExpert the 7X's arrival later than expected is behind the lower number. "The target before, yes, there should be a challenge – an optimistic target," Mr Li said. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. "It depends on when we start to deliver 7X – so when we're talking about 2000, it is a target for deliveries – it's not an order number. So, we are currently doing the latest version of the ADRs [Australian Design Rules] homologation. "We will start to deliver to customers in October – I'm not sure if it will be early or late October – but definitely October, so roughly we only have two full months to deliver this car." "That is the main reason that there is some change in the self-target." Set to boost the brand's local sales, the five-seat 7X is larger than the X SUV it launched here last year and is the first model offered by the automaker here with an 800V electrical system, bringing rapid charging capability. The X has made up 448 – 86 per cent – of the brand's 522 local sales here to the end of July, given the 009 people mover is significantly more expensive at $135,900 before on-road costs. The monthly average puts Zeekr on target for 895 sales, not including 7X deliveries. Despite having a larger dealer network, Volvo isn't massively outselling the Zeekr X with its related EX30, which is sitting at 798 deliveries year-to-date. The 009, meanwhile, is outselling rivals like the LDV MIFA 9, of which just three have been delivered this year, and the Mercedes-Benz EQV (23). Zeekr, owned by Geely, which is also the parent company of Volvo, Lotus and a stakeholder alongside Mercedes-Benz in Smart, was launched in China in 2021. MORE: Zeekr 7X pricing: New mid-size electric SUV undercuts Tesla Model Y Content originally sourced from: Zeekr Australia has lowered its previous sales forecast for 2025, citing the late arrival of its new 7X mid-size electric SUV. The company said in February it planned to sell up to 3000 vehicles in 2025 but now expects to sell 2000 by year's end. To the end of July, it's sitting at 522 deliveries, or an average of 75 vehicles per month. Having launched in Australia in October 2024 with two models – the Zeekr X SUV and the 009 people mover – the premium electric car brand forecast stronger sales with the arrival of the 7X mid-size SUV in showrooms. Unveiled in Sydney today – priced from $1000 less than rival Tesla Model Y – Zeekr Australia managing director Frank Li told CarExpert the 7X's arrival later than expected is behind the lower number. "The target before, yes, there should be a challenge – an optimistic target," Mr Li said. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. "It depends on when we start to deliver 7X – so when we're talking about 2000, it is a target for deliveries – it's not an order number. So, we are currently doing the latest version of the ADRs [Australian Design Rules] homologation. "We will start to deliver to customers in October – I'm not sure if it will be early or late October – but definitely October, so roughly we only have two full months to deliver this car." "That is the main reason that there is some change in the self-target." Set to boost the brand's local sales, the five-seat 7X is larger than the X SUV it launched here last year and is the first model offered by the automaker here with an 800V electrical system, bringing rapid charging capability. The X has made up 448 – 86 per cent – of the brand's 522 local sales here to the end of July, given the 009 people mover is significantly more expensive at $135,900 before on-road costs. The monthly average puts Zeekr on target for 895 sales, not including 7X deliveries. Despite having a larger dealer network, Volvo isn't massively outselling the Zeekr X with its related EX30, which is sitting at 798 deliveries year-to-date. The 009, meanwhile, is outselling rivals like the LDV MIFA 9, of which just three have been delivered this year, and the Mercedes-Benz EQV (23). Zeekr, owned by Geely, which is also the parent company of Volvo, Lotus and a stakeholder alongside Mercedes-Benz in Smart, was launched in China in 2021. MORE: Zeekr 7X pricing: New mid-size electric SUV undercuts Tesla Model Y Content originally sourced from:
