The Zeekr 7X electric crossover from Geely Group got over 20,000 orders one week after the presales started. The entry-level of this SUV costs 239,900 yuan (33,850 USD). Its sales start and deliveries are scheduled for September 20.
The 7X (see specs) is the fifth model under the Zeekr brand to enter the market later in September. The Zeekr current model line comprises the 001 liftback, 009 minivan, X crossover, and 007 sedan.
Zeekr 7X gets 20,000 orders
Today, Zeekr chief marketing officer (CMO) Guan Haitao shared that the Zeekr 7X obtained 20,000 orders in the first week after the presales started. The car became available for order at the Chengdu Motor Show on August 30. Zeekr officials revealed only the entry-level price of this SUV. It starts from 239,900 yuan (33,850 USD). For clarity, it is 10,000 yuan (1,410 USD) cheaper than the domestic Tesla Model Y.
Prices of other trim levels of the 7X have yet to be revealed. However, Zeekr officials previously disclosed that the price tag of the top-trim level of this mid-size SUV will be below 300,000 yuan (42,300 USD). At the same time, the most expensive Model Y variant costs 354,900 yuan (50,050 USD) in China. So, Zeekr wants to put pressure on the Model Y’s sales volume.
It is worth mentioning that the Tesla Model Y already has plenty of ambitious competitors in China, including BYD Sealion 07 EV, Xpeng G6, Aito M5, Denza N7, Deepal S07, Neta L, Leapmotor C11, Jiyue 01, etc. However, the American SUV firmly secured its position as the bestselling crossover in China, with 244,116 units sold in the first seven months of the year. We will see if the Zeekr 7X will suddenly become a game changer in China.
More about the Zeekr 7X
The Zeekr 7X is the SEA-based electric crossover that follows the brand’s latest design language known as Hidden Energy. The car has smooth lines, retractable door handles, and a Zeekr Stargate interactive screen in the front end. The dimensions of the Zeekr 7X are 4825/1930/1656 mm with a wheelbase of 2925 mm. Thanks to air suspension, the ground clearance of the Zeekr 7X can reach 230 mm.
Inside, the Zeekr 7X has five seats with a 2 + 3 layout. Its center console has a 15.05-inch main screen and a 13.02-inch LCD instrument cluster. The rear right passenger has a power leg rest, a folding table, and a 13-inch screen. Another feature of the 7X is a trunk with a 765-liter capacity.
The Zeekr 7X adopts the 800V high-voltage system. There are two battery options available for this vehicle: an LFP for 75 kWh and a ternary NMC for 100 kWh. The LFP pack supports 5.5C charging. The entry-level Zeekr 7X has a single e-motor in the rear axle for 310 kW (415 hp). The 4WD variant has a power output of 475 kW (636 hp). The range of the Zeekr 7X is 600-780 km.
Source: Zeekr CMO
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