Innovations unfolded at Zeekr's showcase: 2025 Shanghai Auto Show's notable revelations
Shanghai Auto Show Highlights: Zeekr's Electrifying Debuts Spearhead Automotive Future
The 2025 Shanghai Auto Show served as a platform for showcasing automotive trends with an emphasis on electrification, autonomous driving, and smart vehicle technologies. The event featured over one hundred new car debuts, among which was the Chinese marque Zeekr, a premium electric vehicle (EV) brand owned by Geely and exclusively distributed in the UAE by AW Rostamani.
Zeekr 7X Introduced: A Mid-Size SUV Challenging Tesla's Model Y
Zeekr showcased their striking new mid-size SUV, the 7X, designed to rival Tesla's Model Y. Adhering to Zeekr's "Hidden Energy" design philosophy, the 7X features the innovative Stargate interactive light display. Inside, the spacious cabin boasts Nappa leather seats, a 16-inch infotainment screen powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 chip, and advanced driver-assistance features backed by dual Mobileye Q5H processors.
Built on Geely's Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA) platform, the 7X has an 800V high-voltage system and offers either a 75-kWh Golden Brick Battery offering around 480 km WLTP range or a 100-kWh Qilin Battery extending the range to approximately 615 km WLTP. With growing demand for tech-forward electric SUVs in the Middle East, the 7X is expected to debut in the region's market soon.
Zeekr 9X Unveiled: A Pioneer in Luxury SUVs
Stealing the spotlight at the Zeekr booth was the "Bossman-style" ultra-luxury Zeekr 9X flagship SUV. Boasting the world's largest single-piece chrome grille on any SUV, a high roofline, and oversized wheels, the 9X prioritizes easy access with the widest rear doors among new energy SUVs. The cabin offers an immersive digital environment, fine materials, and cutting-edge technology.
Powered by a full-stack 900V high-voltage architecture and the industry-leading "Xiaoyao" battery, the 9X claims supercar-like 3-second 0-100 km/h acceleration with an "unprecedented" pure-electric driving range. The 9X comes with a 2.0T engine, a 290 kW front motor, and a 370-kW rear motor.
Zeekr 009 Collector's Edition: A Golden-Plated Masterpiece
At the event, the eye-catching gold-plated Zeekr 009 MPV made an appearance alongside the 9X. This limited-edition luxury vehicle, with its shimmering gold exterior, posh features, and cutting-edge technology, was undeniably the show's most photographed vehicle. The 009 indulges passengers with a 43-inch screen, hand-polished marble inlays, Nappa leather, lounge-like rear seats with massage and ventilation, a 31-speaker Yamaha audio system, and a UV-sterilizing refrigerator.
Dual motors deliver 536 hp, enabling a 0-100km/h sprint in just 3.9 seconds, and it also features 800V ultra-fast charging, capable of adding 500km of range in just 12 minutes.
Zeekr mix: The Electric Minivan of the Future
Drawing attention was the innovative mid-size electric minivan built on the new SEA-M platform, featuring a "B-pillarless" design, opposing sliding doors, electrically rotatable front seats, and a spacious interior.
While no specific release dates have been announced for the Middle East market, the Zeekr 7X, 009, and other models - including potentially the 9X - are part of Zeekr's broader global expansion strategy, which includes potential entries in the Middle East following regional EV market trends and consumer demand for premium electric SUVs and MPVs.
- The Zeekr 7X's debut at the Shanghai Auto Show marks a significant shift in the automotive industry, as it aims to challenge Tesla's Model Y in the mid-size SUV segment.
- The event also featured the unveiling of the Zeekr 9X, a luxury SUV that prioritizes style, technology, and performance, with supercar-like acceleration and a unique design.
- The Zeekr 009, a limited-edition luxury MPV, caught the eyes of attendees with its shimmering gold exterior, lavish interior, and advanced technology, showcasing a blend of lifestyle and electric vehicles.
- In a move to cater to the growing demand for tech-forward electric vehicles, Zeekr also unveiled the innovative Zeekr mix, an electric minivan built on the new SEA-M platform with a spacious interior and advanced features.
- As part of its global expansion strategy, Zeekr plans to enter the Middle East market with models like the Zeekr 7X, 009, and potentially the 9X, aligning with regional trends and consumer demand for premium electric SUVs and MPVs.
