Along with the X crossover, Zeekr Malaysia additionally introduced it has began order taking for the Zeekr 009. The Chinese language electrical car (EV) maker has made it abundantly clear that the 009 is focused at different premium MPVs, most notably the Toyota Alphard/Vellfire duo, and its estimated beginning worth of RM370k (probably even decrease as the discharge states) is a transparent signal of intent.
At that indicative determine, the 009 is RM68k cheaper than the Vellfire and a whopping RM168k lower than the Alphard. You get extra automotive (technically) too, as at 5,209 mm lengthy, 2,024 mm broad, 1,848 mm tall and with a wheelbase of three,205 mm, the 009 has a bigger footprint and longer wheelbase than the competitors.
It seems we’re matching Thailand by way of specs, because the headline figures embrace a 0-100 km/h time of 4.5 seconds, a 116-kWh battery and a WLTP-rated vary of 582 km. These numbers are practically similar to the 009 offered in Thailand, which is the up to date model of the MPV that first made its debut in Hong Kong a couple of months earlier in July this 12 months.
Nevertheless, the place our northern neighbours get the 009 in a sole variant known as the Flagship AWD with six seats (govt ones for the second row), we’re getting two variants known as the Luxurious (seven-seater) and Extremely Luxurious (six-seater). The previous is new for the 009 and has a 2+2+3 seat structure, with govt seats that aren’t as broad because the these within the Extremely Luxurious (2+2+2 structure). This permits for a passthrough aisle within the center for simple entry to the third-row bench.
Each variants function a dual-motor setup rated at 612 PS (603 hp or 450 kW) and 693 Nm of torque, with a nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery that helps DC quick charging at a peak of 150 kW – a 10-80% state of cost is achieved in simply half-hour.
Gear talked about within the launch consists of 12-way powered entrance seats with therapeutic massage, reminiscence and air flow features, ‘Sofaro’ seats that use Nappa leather-based, second-row seats with an adjustable leg relaxation in addition to air flow, therapeutic massage and reminiscence features, a ten.25-inch digital instrument cluster show, a 15.05-inch OLED infotainment touchscreen, a 17-inch OLED ceiling-mounted rear show, sliding door card contact shows, a 30-speaker Yamaha sound system, a 50W wi-fi charging pad and help for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Additionally included is an air suspension system, matrix LED headlamps with adaptive driving beam, LED DRLs, a 360-degree digicam, a digital video recorder and an ADAS suite that features autonomous emergency braking (additionally lively throughout parking manoeuvres), adaptive cruise management, lane centring management, lane preserve help, blind spot monitoring, visitors signal recognition, door open warning and driver monitoring.
Three colors are provided for the 009, together with Phantom Black, Electrical Blue and Crystal White Pearl, whereas the inside is available in Black in addition to two-tone choices: Stone Gray and Polar White in addition to Midnight Blue and Polar White.
With that estimated price ticket and the options on provide, is the Zeekr 009 value contemplating over the Toyota Alphard/Vellfire or will you be ready for extra choices such because the Denza D9 to enter the market?
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