Watch: Zeekr 7X electric SUV set for NZ launch
Zeekr, the fast-growing global EV brand under the Geely umbrella (Volvo, Polestar, Lotus), has launched its latest all-electric SUV, the Zeekr 7X in Australia. Following its official reveal in Sydney, the high-tech, premium five-seater is also expected to reach New Zealand before the end of 2025.
The Zeekr 7X blends cutting-edge EV technology with luxury design and family-focused practicality. Offered in three variants—Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD), Long-Range RWD, and a flagship Performance All-Wheel Drive (AWD)—the SUV delivers strong performance and impressive range. The dual-motor AWD variant sprints from 0-100km/h in just 3.8 seconds, while the Long-Range RWD boasts up to 615km of range (WLTP).
Australian pricing starts at AUD $57,900 for the base RWD model, with the Long-Range RWD at $63,900 and the Performance AWD topping out at $72,900. New Zealand pricing is yet to be finalised, but sources suggest a starting point around NZD $65,000, though a more premium positioning is being considered. While Giltrap Group is widely tipped to handle local distribution, that too remains unconfirmed.
Built on Geely’s SEA (Sustainable Experience Architecture) platform and designed in Gothenburg, Sweden, the 7X measures 4,787mm long with a spacious 2,900mm wheelbase. Inside, it offers full-size SUV room, a minimalist digital cockpit powered by Qualcomm’s 8295 Snapdragon chip, and luxury features like heated and cooled massage seats, soft-close electric doors, and a 36.2-inch augmented reality head-up display.
Zeekr claims the vehicle is future-proofed with an 800V electrical system allowing ultra-fast charging. Using 360kW DC fast chargers, the RWD model can charge from 10–80% in just 13 minutes. Both Long-Range and Performance models, which use a 100kWh battery, take around 16 minutes.
With global sales surpassing 520,000 units, Zeekr is expanding rapidly. The 7X will join the Zeekr X and Zeekr 009 in Australasia, as the brand continues its push into premium electric mobility markets.
