Verdict
For most Malaysian buyers, the rear-wheel-drive Zeekr 7X is the sensible buy: it keeps the same 100 kWh battery, 543 km claimed range, 420 kW DC charging and 539-litre boot for RM37,000 less. The all-wheel-drive version is for drivers who will use its 637 hp, 710 Nm and 3.8-second 0-100 km/h time, rather than merely admire them. That gap also buys air suspension, 20-inch wheels, a panoramic glass roof, automatic doors and window shades, but annual road tax rises sharply to RM1,740.
Pick the Zeekr 7X if you want the same 543 km range and charging hardware while keeping RM37,000 in your pocket.
Pick the Zeekr 7X if 637 hp, all-wheel drive, air suspension and a 3.8-second century sprint matter more than the higher purchase price and road tax.
Key differences
- Price: RM193,800 versus RM230,800.
- Power and torque: 416 hp and 440 Nm versus 637 hp and 710 Nm.
- Driveline and 0-100 km/h: rear-wheel drive and 6.0 seconds versus all-wheel drive and 3.8 seconds.
- Road tax: RM615 per year versus RM1,740 per year.
- Wheels and tyres: 19-inch alloys with Continental EcoContact 7 tyres versus 20-inch alloys with Michelin Pilot Sport EV tyres.
- Suspension and cabin kit: double-wishbone/multi-link suspension, no sunroof or power doors versus air suspension with continuous chassis damping, panoramic…
RWD Long Range
- RM37,000 less to buy.
- Same 100 kWh battery, 543 km range and 420 kW DC charging.
- Powered front seats add memory, while the rear seats get electric recline.
- 416 hp and 440 Nm trail the all-wheel-drive version's 637 hp and 710 Nm.
- No air suspension, panoramic glass roof, window shades or automatic doors.
- Slower 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
AWD Performance
- 637 hp, 710 Nm and all-wheel drive.
- Air suspension with continuous chassis damping.
- Panoramic glass roof, window shades and automatic doors.
- Costs RM37,000 more.
- Annual road tax is RM1,740, versus RM615.
- Its front seats omit the rear-wheel-drive version's memory function, and its rear seats lack electric recline.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM193,800✓ | RM230,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM615✓ | RM1,740 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 416 hp | 637 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 440 Nm | 710 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 100 kWh | 100 kWh |
| EV Range | 543 km | 543 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 420 kW | 420 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6 seconds | 3.8 seconds✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,787 mm | 4,787 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 539 litres | 539 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R19 | 265/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R19 | 265/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Continuous Chassis Damping, Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 7 (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 Outer Two Rear 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 | Matrix LED Projectors with LED Projector Lighting Panel | Matrix LED Projectors with LED Projector Lighting Panel |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massage, Ventilation Functions and Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Electric Recline | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Roof and Window Shades |
| Audio | 16" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 21-speaker Zeekr Sound Pro | 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 Operation (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 | Contactless Powered Boot | Contactless Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Automatic Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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.
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RWD Long Range vs AWD Performance FAQ
Is the Zeekr 7X or Zeekr 7X better?
The rear-wheel-drive Zeekr 7X is better for value because range, battery capacity, charging rates, boot space and key safety equipment are unchanged. Choose the all-wheel-drive Zeekr 7X only if its 637 hp, 3.8-second sprint, air suspension and extra cabin equipment are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The all-wheel-drive Zeekr 7X costs RM37,000 more than the rear-wheel-drive version. It also carries RM1,125 more annual road tax.
Do both Zeekr 7X variants have the same EV range and charging?
Yes. Both use a 100 kWh battery with 543 km claimed range, 22 kW AC charging, 420 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.
