Verdict
At RM198,000, the Tesla Model Y costs RM15,200 more than the RM182,800 Zeekr 7X, yet its advantage is principally an 854-litre boot against 539 litres and a marginal 5.9-second 0-100 km/h time. The 7X brings a 75 kWh battery, 480 km range and 450 kW DC charging, versus 60 kWh, 466 km and 175 kW, while its 22 kW AC charging and 3.3 kW V2L better suit owners who can use them. Tesla counters with a glass roof, heated and ventilated front seats and rear-seat heating. Road tax is RM305 against RM615 yearly.
Pick the Tesla Model Y if you need the much larger 854-litre boot, panoramic glass roof and heated, ventilated front seats.
Pick the Zeekr 7X if faster 450 kW DC charging, a 75 kWh battery, V2L and more parking technology matter more than boot capacity.
Key differences
- Price: Tesla Model Y RM198,000; Zeekr 7X RM182,800
- Battery: Tesla Model Y 60 kWh; Zeekr 7X 75 kWh
- EV range: Tesla Model Y 466 km; Zeekr 7X 480 km
- DC charging: Tesla Model Y 175 kW; Zeekr 7X 450 kW
- Boot space: Tesla Model Y 854 litres; Zeekr 7X 539 litres
- Road tax: Tesla Model Y RM305/year; Zeekr 7X RM615/year
Model Y
- 854-litre boot, versus 539 litres
- 5.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Panoramic roof and heated, ventilated front seats
- Costs RM15,200 more
- 60 kWh battery versus 75 kWh
- 175 kW DC charging versus 450 kW, with no V2L
7X
- 75 kWh battery and 480 km range
- 450 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging, plus 3.3 kW V2L
- 360-degree monitor, auto parking and head-up display
- 539-litre boot versus 854 litres
- 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.9 seconds
- RM615 annual road tax versus RM305
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM198,000 | RM182,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM615 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 295 hp | 416 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 60 kWh | 75 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 466 km | 480 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | 450 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 seconds✓ | 6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,790 mm | 4,787 mm |
| Width | 2,129 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,624 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,891 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | 1,921 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 854 litres✓ | 539 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R19 | 255/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 255/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 EV | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Crossflow Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Crossflow Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Matrix LED Projectors with LED Projector Lighting Panel |
| Taillamps | Full LED with LED Lighter | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats, Heated & Ventilated | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Heated | 60:40 Split-folding with Electric Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Rear Screen | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 9 Speakers | 16" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 21-speaker Zeekr Sound Pro |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 80,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) | 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 Model Y & 7X for sale
Model Y vs 7X FAQ
Is the Tesla Model Y or Zeekr 7X better?
The Zeekr 7X is the stronger equipment and charging choice, with 450 kW DC charging, V2L and a 75 kWh battery. Choose the Tesla Model Y if its 854-litre boot, panoramic roof and heated, ventilated seats matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr 7X is RM15,200 less expensive than the Tesla Model Y.
Which EV charges faster?
The Zeekr 7X charges faster on both current types: 22 kW AC versus 11 kW, and 450 kW DC versus 175 kW for the Tesla Model Y.
