Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the RM143,888 Hyundai Tucson is the rational space-first choice: its 582-litre boot is 178 litres larger, and its eight-year/160,000-km manufacturer warranty exceeds the Zeekr’s five-year/150,000-km cover. The RM158,800 Zeekr X asks RM14,912 more, but returns a 335-hp, 373-Nm rear motor, 440-km range and 200-kW DC charging against the Hyundai’s 154-hp, 192-Nm 2.0-litre petrol drivetrain. Its adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking make the extra spend tangible if EV charging suits your routine.
Pick the Hyundai Tucson if you want the lower upfront price, a 582-litre boot and longer manufacturer warranty cover.
Pick the Zeekr X if you can charge regularly and want 335 hp, 440 km of EV range and a fuller driver-assistance package.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Tucson RM143,888; Zeekr X RM158,800.
- Power and torque: Hyundai Tucson 154 hp and 192 Nm; Zeekr X 335 hp and 373 Nm.
- Energy and range: Hyundai Tucson petrol with a 54-litre tank; Zeekr X electric with a 66-kWh battery and 440-km range.
- Driveline: Hyundai Tucson front-wheel drive; Zeekr X rear-wheel drive.
- Boot space: Hyundai Tucson 582 litres; Zeekr X 404 litres.
- Manufacturer warranty: Hyundai Tucson 8 years/160,000 km; Zeekr X 5 years/150,000 km.
Tucson
- RM14,912 lower purchase price.
- 582-litre boot, 178 litres larger.
- Eight-year/160,000-km manufacturer warranty.
- 154 hp and 192 Nm versus the Zeekr X's 335 hp and 373 Nm.
- No autonomous braking or blind-spot information system; lane keeping has no steering correction.
- Manual front seats and no panoramic glass roof.
X
- 335-hp, 373-Nm rear motor with a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 66-kWh battery, 440-km range, 200-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW V2L.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot information and adaptive cruise control.
- RM14,912 higher purchase price.
- 404-litre boot is 178 litres smaller.
- Five-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty is shorter than the Tucson's cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM143,888✓ | RM158,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM395✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC | — |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | — |
| Torque | 192 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 81 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 181 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,630 mm | 4,432 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,665 mm | 1,566 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,755 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,488 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 54 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 582 litres✓ | 404 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/65R17 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/65R17 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three Point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2nd Row Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation Functions and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Curved Widescreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 13-speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Powered Front Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Tucson & X for sale
Tucson vs X FAQ
Is the Hyundai Tucson or Zeekr X better?
The Tucson is better for luggage capacity, lower purchase cost and longer manufacturer warranty. The Zeekr X is better for performance, EV range, charging capability and driver-assistance equipment if regular charging is practical.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr X costs RM14,912 more than the Hyundai Tucson.
Which SUV has more boot space?
The Hyundai Tucson has the larger boot at 582 litres, compared with 404 litres for the Zeekr X. That is a 178-litre advantage for the Hyundai.
