Zeekr Unveils First Hybrid Model Zeekr 9X Ahead of Shanghai Auto Show
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Zeekr has released new images of its inaugural plug-in hybrid vehicle, the Zeekr 9X, ahead of its official debut at the Shanghai Auto Show in April. This strategic move aligns Zeekr with a growing trend among EV makers diversifying their portfolios to include hybrid options, allowing drivers to utilize electric power for short distances and switch to hybrid modes for longer journeys. The full-size SUV is scheduled for delivery in the third quarter of this year. Additionally, Zeekr will introduce a high-end luxury variant, the 9X Grand, priced at approximately RMB 1 million ($137,900). This premium model aims to compete with ultra-luxury vehicles like the Rolls Royce Cullinan, offering a significantly lower price point than its British counterpart's RMB 6.9 million dealer price in China. As a subsidiary of Geely, Zeekr currently offers six all-electric models. This expansion into hybrids mirrors actions by rivals such as Xpeng Motors and Avatr, reflecting a broader industry shift towards flexible powertrain solutions to meet diverse consumer needs and extend market reach beyond pure electric vehicles.
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Zeekr Unveils First Hybrid Model Zeekr 9X Ahead of Shanghai Auto Show
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Zeekr has released new images of its inaugural plug-in hybrid vehicle, the Zeekr 9X, ahead of its official debut at the Shanghai Auto Show in April. This strategic move aligns Zeekr with a growing trend among EV makers diversifying their portfolios to include hybrid options, allowing drivers to utilize electric power for short distances and switch to hybrid modes for longer journeys. The full-size SUV is scheduled for delivery in the third quarter of this year. Additionally, Zeekr will introduce a high-end luxury variant, the 9X Grand, priced at approximately RMB 1 million ($137,900). This premium model aims to compete with ultra-luxury vehicles like the Rolls Royce Cullinan, offering a significantly lower price point than its British counterpart's RMB 6.9 million dealer price in China. As a subsidiary of Geely, Zeekr currently offers six all-electric models. This expansion into hybrids mirrors actions by rivals such as Xpeng Motors and Avatr, reflecting a broader industry shift towards flexible powertrain solutions to meet diverse consumer needs and extend market reach beyond pure electric vehicles.
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