Zeekr 9X will be launched in China on August 29 and has attracted attention due to its resemblance to the Cullinan
[PCauto] Geely‘s premium electric vehicle brand Zeekr announced that its first luxury flagship hybrid SUV model, the Zeekr 9X, will officially start pre-sale in China on August 29, 2025.
This full-size luxury SUV has attracted significant market attention for its resemblance to the Rolls-Royce Cullinan in appearance, as well as its luxurious interior design and high level of configuration.
Zeekr 9X Positioned as a Full-Size Luxury SUV
The Zeekr 9X dimensions are 5239/2029/1819mm, with a wheelbase of 3169mm, offering a 2+2+2 six-seat layout, and an optional four-seat executive version.
The exterior design blends classic luxury elements with a modern sense of technology. The front features a vertical chrome grille paired with split LED headlights, resembling Rolls-Royce’s “Parthenon Temple” design, showcasing a powerful visual presence.
The rear is equipped with a ring-shaped through-type taillight strip, inlaid with 42,242 diamond-cut surfaces, with the “ZEEKR” lettering in the center, creating a highly distinctive look.
In terms of details, the new car is equipped with 22-inch mirror-forged wheels, hidden door handles, and a unique split tailgate design. The rear seats can even accommodate passengers to enjoy the scenery.
Zeekr 9X Interior Design Showcasing Ultimate Luxury
The interior extensively uses soft leather materials and features semi-aniline leather seats, decorated with Song Dynasty Guan Kiln texture wood trims and Swarovski crystal buttons.
The second row is equipped with zero-gravity seats, supporting ventilation, heating, massage, and 140° recline adjustment. The headrests have built-in speaker systems.
The intelligent cabin is powered by dual Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 chips, with a total computing power of 30 TOPS, supporting four-zone voice control and visible-voice interaction.
With a 17.3-inch central control screen, a 21.6-inch curved dashboard screen, and a 15.6-inch ceiling-mounted entertainment screen forming a “technology triangle,” combined with a JBL 22-channel audio system, it provides an immersive experience for passengers.
The power system is one of the biggest highlights of the Zeekr 9X
The new car is equipped with a hybrid power system, which is also Zeekr’s first use of a hybrid system.
The system consists of a 2.0T hybrid-specific engine and three motors. The engine has a thermal efficiency of 46% and a power of 205kW, with the front motor producing 290kW and the rear dual motors generating 370kW. The system’s combined power reaches 1030kW (1381 horsepower) with a peak torque of 1400N·m.
In terms of performance, the Zeekr 9X accelerates from 0-100km/h in just 3.1 seconds, with a top speed of 240km/h. Even in a discharged state, acceleration performance degradation is limited to only 0.2 seconds.
As for range, its pure electric range under the CLTC cycle reaches 380 kilometers, making it the plug-in hybrid SUV with the longest all-electric range globally. The combined range exceeds 1000 kilometers.
The Zeekr 9X adopts a 900V high-voltage platform, supporting 6C ultra-fast charging. Charging from 20% to 80% takes only 9 minutes, which is 1.5 times faster than Tesla‘s V4 Supercharging technology.
The intelligent driving system offers two versions to choose from
- The H7 version uses a single Nvidia Thor-U chip (700TOPS), supporting highway NOA and automatic parking features.
- The H9 version is equipped with dual Thor-U chips (1400TOPS) and 5 LiDAR sensors, including 1 long-range 520-line LiDAR. It supports L3-level conditional autonomous driving and can handle complex scenarios such as mechanical parking and perception through heavy rain.
Zeekr 9X Continues the Brand’s High Standards in Safety
In terms of safety performance, the Zeekr 9X adopts a high-strength steel and aluminum alloy body structure, with a usage rate exceeding 91%. Among these, 2000MPa hot-formed steel is used in critical areas such as the A/B pillars. The vehicle’s torsional rigidity reaches 41600N·m/deg, which is the highest level in the industry.
The innovative third energy-absorbing box design can reduce collision intrusion by 20% and has passed super-national standard tests such as 50km/h pole collision and 105km/h rear collision.
The chassis is equipped with a closed dual-chamber air suspension system, dual-valve CCD electromagnetic damping, and a 48V active anti-roll bar, supporting all-terrain adaptive functionality to handle various road conditions such as deserts, snowfields, and altitudes above 5000 meters.
Zeekr 9X to Compete with Mercedes-Benz GLS
Zeekr 9X mainly targets high-end business professionals, family users, and tech enthusiasts, focusing on versatile “home and business” usage scenarios.
The new car directly rivals models like AITO M9, Li L9, and Mercedes-Benz GLS but relies on advantages such as a hybrid system, long-range capability, and fast charging to create differentiated competition.
In terms of price, the base model is expected to be priced in the range of 500,000 to 600,000 yuan (296,000-355,000 MYR).
This price point also marks Zeekr’s official full-scale entry into the high-end market. With pre-sales starting on August 29, will this luxurious SUV, integrating performance, range, intelligence, and safety, be able to challenge the market position of traditional luxury brands?
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BMW’s all-new iX3 to be unveiled on September 5, built on the Neue Klasse platform
Kevin WongSep 01, 2025, 05:38 PM
[PCauto] BMW recently released a teaser image, announcing that the all-new generation BMW iX3 pure electric SUV will have its global debut on September 5, 2025. This model will become the first mass-produced vehicle built on the Neue Klasse platform and marks a crucial step in BMW’s electrification transition.
The all-new iX3 not only achieves comprehensive upgrades in exterior design, interior technology, and power performance but also targets the global pure electric SUV market, directly competing with the Tesla Model Y. BMW emphasizes its driving experience and brand premium to attract consumers with differentiating advantages.
The new iX3 continues the design language of the BMW Vision Neue Klasse X
From a design perspective, the all-new BMW iX3 follows the design language of the new generation X concept car. The vehicle dimensions are 4780mm in length, 1895mm in width, 1635mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2895mm. Compared with the current model, it has increased in size, enhancing interior space and practicality.
Highlights of the new iX3 exterior include an illuminated grille that integrates millimeter-wave radar and cameras, with illuminated trim outlining the edges, enhancing its sense of technology and recognizability.
The headlight design is flattened, taking inspiration from the Vision Neue Klasse X concept car, while the rear features a 3D stereoscopic “X”-shaped taillight design. The drag coefficient is as low as 0.25, and the C-pillar is equipped with an illuminated “BMW” logo. These elements together create a visually impactful sense of futurism.
The all-new iX3 introduces the panoramic iDrive cockpit
The all-new iX3 will feature ultra-close-range projection technology for the first time, projecting a 40-inch 4K image onto the windshield with a contrast ratio of 100,000:1, allowing clear display of navigation and vehicle information even while wearing polarized sunglasses.
The intelligent configuration has been upgraded to the sixth-generation iDrive system, with interaction achievable through a 17.9-inch central control screen and 3D head-up display. It supports natural voice control and gesture recognition, enabling commands without wake words.
The power system is the core advantage of the all-new iX3
Based on the Neue Klasse platform with an 800V high-voltage architecture, it supports fast charging, with 10 minutes of fast charging replenishing a range of 350 km (WLTP standard), and a maximum range of 900 km under CLTC conditions.
In terms of motor combination, the 50 xDrive model adopts a front asynchronous motor and a rear electrically excited synchronous motor, forming an all-wheel-drive system that improves driving stability and performance.
The Neue Klasse platform, being an integral part of BMW’s electrification strategy, emphasizes electrification, digitalization, and circular sustainability.
The platform uses 4695 large-format cylindrical cells and supports bi-directional charging functionality, allowing the vehicle to serve as a mobile energy storage device to power homes or the grid.
The iX3, codenamed “NA5,” will be produced at BMW’s new plant in Debrecen, Hungary. In 2026, a long-wheelbase version for the Chinese market will also be launched, with a CLTC range of up to 900 kilometers. This demonstrates BMW’s global production strategy and emphasis on key markets.
BMW plans to launch at least six Neue Klasse platform models between 2025 and 2027, covering the SUV and sedan segments, with a goal of achieving over 50% pure electric sales by 2030.
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