ZEEKR opens sales of its 7X SUV in Europe, starting below 53,000 euros

Three months after ZEEKR launched its new 7X SUX in China, the EV automaker has opened up sales in select markets in Europe, its third model in the region. The ZEEKR 7X will start below 53,000 Euros, and early European customers can take advantage of free upgrade packages.

Chinese EV brand ZEEKR continues to expand quickly after hitting a production stride early in China. Its new model, the 7X SUV, provides no better evidence of ZEEKR’s rhythm as it is already going on sale in Europe.

We first caught wind of a new all-electric SUV model this past July when we saw some camouflaged images of what was initially called “the CX1e.” Two days later, ZEEKR confirmed the new model is called the 7X and will join the X SUV as another all-electric model to be sold globally. Shortly after, ZEEKR shared full-fledged images and news that the 7X will be its first model to feature its new LFP batteries that can recharge from 10-80% in 10.5 minutes.

At that time, ZEEKR shared that the dual-motor version of the 7X can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in four seconds. However, we soon learned that the 7X is faster than initially stated (0-62 mph in 3.8 seconds) and would begin rolling out to customers in China by the end of September.

At the time of its official launch in China, ZEEKR said deliveries of the 7X would hit global markets, such as Europe, within a year. Today, ZEEKR has opened up 7X reservations in three initial markets overseas, ahead of deliveries in Europe next year.

ZEEKR 7X is now on sale in three markets in Europe

According to news from ZEEKR today, the 7X SUV is on sale in Europe now, beginning in The Netherlands, Norway, and Sweden. The new 7X joins the ZEEKR X SUV and 001 shooting brake in Europe and offers a family-friendly five-seat BEV with off-road capabilities and two powertrain configurations, all on a cutting-edge 800V platform.

The SUV was designed and developed by ZEEKR’s Design and Technology center in Gothenburg and supported by its European Marketing, Sales & Service HQ in Amsterdam. It is built atop the same SEA modular  vehicle architecture as its 001 and X siblings but offers the same amount of interior volume as a full-size SUV.

The SUV’s state-of-the-art digital cockpit features a 5G infotainment system and smart technologies. On the performance side, customers in Europe who opt for the dual-motor AWD Performance version of the ZEEKR 7X will be able to accelerate 0-100km/h in 3.8  seconds.

The single-motor RWD Long Range trim offers a range of around 615 km (subject to WLTP homologation). That’s about 382 miles. Premium models use ZEEKR’s cost-efficient “Golden battery,” which features a 75 kWh pack of its in-house LFP cells. Other 7X trims will utilize 100 kWh packs with NMC cells, chosen for greater energy density. ZEEKR Europe’s chief commercial officer, Lothar Schupet, spoke about the launch of the 7X:

Following the success of the  Zeekr 001 and Zeekr X, we are very proud to introduce our third electric vehicle to the European market. The Zeekr 7X will redefine expectations in the midsize family SUV segment, and with its exceptional range and ultra-fast charging capabilities, will make the transition to electric driving seamless and stress-free for our customers. This launch  represents another significant milestone in our commitment to customer-focused  technology and innovation and reinforces our strategic expansion: the Zeekr 7X will play a  key role in our mission to accelerate the shift to sustainable mobility in Europe.

Here’s how initial pricing will break down for the single motor premium trim of the ZEEKR 7X in Europe:

• The Netherlands: €52,990 (incl. VAT) (~$55,600)
• Norway: 539,900 NOK (incl. VAT)
• Sweden: 579,000 SEK (incl. VAT)

ZEEKR also shared that at launch only, early 7X customers in Europe can benefit from Long Range RWD models with the Cockpit Package as a standard feature with a free upgrade to 20-inch wheels. Performance AWD models will receive ZEEKR’s Comfort and Cockpit Packages as standard.

The 7X is on sale in those European markets now, with initial deliveries expected to begin in the summer of 2025.