Chinese electric vehicle (EV) brand Zeekr is slashing the cost of entry to its 009 people mover lineup, introducing a new front-wheel drive base model.
The Zeekr 009 7-Seat FWD is priced at $115,900 before on-road costs, or $20,000 less than its pre-existing all-wheel drive counterpart. It’s now available to order.
It’s still, however, more expensive than the Volkswagen ID. Buzz GTX LWB ($109,990 before on-roads) and LDV MIFA 9 Executive ($115,000 before on-roads).
While it loses all-paw traction and features a less powerful 250kW/373Nm single-motor powertrain than its dual-motor all-wheel drive counterpart, it has the longest electric range of the 009 lineup thanks to its shared 116kWh battery pack.
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Zeekr advertises a range figure of 604km on the WLTP cycle, compared with 582km in all-wheel drive variants. That’s more than its rivals from LDV and Volkswagen.
| Specifications | Zeekr 009 FWD |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Single electric motor |
| Battery capacity | 116kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Nickel manganese cobalt |
| Power | 250kW |
| Torque | 373Nm |
| 0-100km/h (claimed) | 7.9 seconds |
| Energy consumption (WLTP) | 21.4kWh/100km |
| Range (WLTP) | 604km |
| Max AC charge rate | 11kW |
| Max DC charge rate | 150kW |
The 009 FWD is considerably slower to 100km/h at 7.9 seconds, compared with 4.5 seconds – though that’s still a decent acceleration time for a people mover of this size.
It may be down on power, but Zeekr says the new entry-level 009 has all of the same luxury features as its more expensive showroom-mates.
However, it’s available only in Phantom Black or Crystal White exterior paint finishes – the Grey Purple and Mineral Green options are exclusive to all-wheel drive variants.
It also drops down from 20- to 19-inch alloy wheels.
Specification highlights of the Zeekr 009 FWD:
- Dual fixed glass roof panels with power sunshades
- 7-seat (2+2+3) configuration
- Nappa leather upholstery in Stone Black
- Ventilated front passenger seat
- Ventilated, massaging second-row seats with memory
- 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- 15.05-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 35.95-inch augmented reality head-up display
- 17-inch 3K OLED rear-seat entertainment screen
- 30-speaker 3000W Yamaha sound system
- Tri-zone climate control
- Sentry, Child, Pet, Camp, Incognito and Stress Relief modes
- 50W wireless phone charger
- 8.6L refrigerator with cooling, heating
Zeekr says Australia “remains a priority market” and it’s “accelerating deliveries”. Additionally, it guarantees “no model year changes for at least the next 12-18 months”.
Pricing
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| 2026 Zeekr 009 7-Seat FWD | $115,900 |
| 2026 Zeekr 009 7-Seat AWD | $135,900 |
| 2026 Zeekr 009 6-Seat AWD | $139,900 |
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