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Mercedes-Benz EQV vs Zeekr 009

Mercedes-Benz EQV

Mercedes-Benz EQV

EQV300 Avantgarde

Zeekr 009

Zeekr 009

Verdict

The Zeekr 009 makes the stronger case for most Malaysian executive-MPV buyers: at RM304,800, it undercuts the EQV by RM145,550 while bringing a 116-kWh battery, 604 km range and 150-kW DC charging, against 90 kWh, 374 km and 110 kW. Its 335-hp motor also cuts 0-100 km/h to 7.9 seconds versus 12.1 seconds. The EQV remains the choice for a 610-litre boot, 69-mm shorter body and 200,000-km vehicle warranty, but its price is difficult to justify on these numbers.

EQV

Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQV if you need the larger 610-litre boot, a narrower 1,928-mm body and 200,000 km of vehicle warranty coverage.

009

Pick the Zeekr 009 if you want far more range and performance for RM145,550 less, plus air suspension and richer rear-seat equipment.

Key differences

  • Price: Mercedes-Benz EQV RM450,350; Zeekr 009 RM304,800.
  • Battery and range: EQV 90 kWh and 374 km; 009 116 kWh and 604 km.
  • Motor output: EQV 201 hp and 362 Nm; 009 335 hp and 373 Nm.
  • Performance: EQV 0-100 km/h in 12.1 seconds and 160 km/h; 009 7.9 seconds and 210 km/h.
  • DC charging: EQV 110 kW; 009 150 kW.
  • Boot space: EQV 610 litres; 009 574 litres.

EQV

  • 610-litre boot, 36 litres more than the 009.
  • 1,928-mm width is 96 mm narrower than the 009.
  • 200,000-km vehicle warranty, versus 150,000 km.
  • RM145,550 more expensive.
  • 374-km range trails the 009's 604 km.
  • 201 hp and 12.1-second 0-100 km/h performance lag well behind the 009.

009

  • 116-kWh battery and 604-km range.
  • 335 hp, 7.9-second 0-100 km/h and 150-kW DC charging.
  • Four-chamber air suspension, plus massage and ventilated captain seats with ottomans.
  • 574-litre boot is 36 litres smaller than the EQV's.
  • RM395 annual road tax is higher than the EQV's RM160.
  • 150,000-km vehicle warranty limit is 50,000 km lower than the EQV's.
Price & overview
PriceRM450,350RM304,800✓
Body typeMPVMPV
SegmentExecutiveExecutive
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM160✓RM395
Powertrain
Engine Tech400V architecture400V architecture
FuelElectricElectric
Number of Motors11
Motor Horsepower201 hp335 hp✓
Motor Torque362 Nm373 Nm✓
Battery Capacity90 kWh116 kWh✓
EV Range374 km604 km✓
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW11 kW
Charging Rate (DC)110 kW150 kW✓
V2L—3.3 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h12.1 seconds7.9 seconds✓
Top Speed160 km/h210 km/h✓
Dimensions
Length5,140 mm5,209 mm
Width1,928 mm2,024 mm
Height1,901 mm1,848 mm
Wheelbase3,200 mm3,205 mm
Weight2,635 kg—
Doors55
Seats77
Boot Space610 litres✓574 litres
Front Tyre245/55R17265/45R20
Rear Tyre245/55R17265/45R20
Spare Tyre—N/A, Tyre Repair Kit
Factory TyresContinental PremiumContact 6Michelin Pilot Sport EV
Chassis
AssemblySpain (CBU)China (CBU)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutDouble Wishbones with Air Suspension
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamMulti-link with Air Suspension
Front Wheels17" Alloys20" Alloys
Rear Wheels17" Alloys20" Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis Notes—Four-chamber Air Suspension
Safety
Airbags6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag)
ABS/EBD✓✓
Stability Control✓✓
Alarm✓✓
Immobilizer✓✓
Airbag Disable Function—✓
Child Safety LockManual for Rear Doors—
Seat Belts7 Three-point7 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System✓✓
ISOFIXAvailable for 2nd & 3rd Row SeatsAvailable on Four Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning✓✓
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsMultibeam LED ProjectorsMatrix LED Projectors
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights✓✓
Rear Foglamps✓✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators✓✓
Cabin
Front SeatsPower Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, HeatedPowered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions
Rear SeatsCaptain Seats Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline and Slide, 33:33:33 Last RowCaptain Middle Seats with Massage, Ventilation and Ottoman Functions, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conSingle-zone Controls with Individual BlowersDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
SunroofTwin SunroofPanoramic Glass Roof
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Rear
Interior LightingMap Lights & Ambient LightingMap Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front2 Front, 2 Middle, 2 Rear
Sun ShadeSunroof ShadesPanoramic Glass Roof and Window Shades
Audio12.3" MBUX Multimedia with Burmester Sound System14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 30-speaker Yamaha Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsTwo Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start)
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps✓✓
Auto Wipers✓✓
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Steering Audio Control✓✓
Steering Tilt✓✓
Steering Telescopic✓✓
Boot OperationPowered BootContactless Powered Boot
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear6 Sensors6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree CameraYes, with 360-degree Monitor
Auto Parking—Yes
Folding Wing Mirrors✓✓
Bluetooth✓✓
Navigation✓✓
Head-up Display—✓
Power DoorPower Sliding DoorsSliding Rear Doors
Hill Start Assist✓✓
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer200,000 km✓150,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer2 years5 years✓
Warranty Notes8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty8-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.

EQV vs 009 FAQ

Is the Mercedes-Benz EQV or Zeekr 009 better?

The Zeekr 009 is the better buy on the numbers: it costs RM145,550 less, travels 230 km farther per charge and reaches 100 km/h 4.2 seconds sooner. Choose the EQV only if its larger boot, narrower body and longer mileage warranty matter more.

What is the price difference?

The Mercedes-Benz EQV costs RM450,350 and the Zeekr 009 costs RM304,800, so the EQV is RM145,550 more expensive.

Which MPV is better for longer electric journeys?

The Zeekr 009 is better suited to longer electric journeys with its 116-kWh battery, 604-km range and 150-kW DC charging. The EQV has a 90-kWh battery, 374-km range and 110-kW DC charging.

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