The new Zeekr 009 minivan from Geely (see specs) received 2,000 orders three days after the launch, the CarFans automotive survey agency reports. It is a decent number since Zeekr sold less than 3,000 MPVs in H1 2024. The main reason for the sales growth is the lower price of the new model. The Zeekr 009 starts 12% cheaper than its predecessor.
Zeekr is a high-end brand under Geely launched in 2021. Its current model line comprises four EVs: 001, 007, 009, and X. This year, Zeekr raised 441 million USD on a New York IPO. In January-June 2024, Zeekr sold 87,870 vehicles domestically. It actively explores overseas markets, including Latin America, South-East Asia, Central Asia, The Middle East, and Europe.
New Zeekr 009 gets 2,000 orders
The new Zeekr 009 was launched on July 19 at the AsiaWorld Expo in Hong Kong, China. Its price range for China Mainland is 439,000 – 469,000 yuan (60,350 – 64,500 USD). Thanks to the emergence of the FWD variant, its starting price dropped by 61,000 yuan (8,400 USD). Moreover, the new Zeekr 009 has some important upgrades including 30 Yamaha speakers, a LiDAR sensor, a high-voltage 800V system, dual-chamber air suspension, and up to 580 kW (777 hp).
The Zeekr’s game plan worked as the demand for the new 009 MPV increased. According to the CarFans automotive survey agency, the new model obtained 2,000 orders three days after the launch. It is a significant increase compared to the sales volume of the old Zeekr 009. It sold 2,907 units in the first half of 2024.
So, the new Zeekr 009 is back in the MPV game. Previously, it was difficult for this model to compete with less expensive competitors like Xpeng X9 (see specs) and Denza D9 (see specs).
More on Zeekr 009
The new Zeekr 009 minivan is a large car with hefty dimensions of 5217/2024/1812 mm with a wheelbase of 3205 mm. It is available with 6 or 7 seats inside. It goes standard with an 800V high-voltage system and a 108-kWh battery pack. It is also available with a 140-kWh pack and 400V high-voltage system. The Zeekr 009 has several powertrain options:
- FWD, 310 kW (416 hp), 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds, 108 kWh ternary NMC battery, 800V, 740 km CLTC range
- FWD, 250 kW (335 hp), 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds, 140 kWh ternary NMC battery, 400V, 900 km CLTC range
- 4WD, 580 kW (777 hp), 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, 108 kWh ternary NMC battery, 800V, 702 km CLTC range
- 4WD, 450 kW (603 hp), 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, 140 kWh ternary NMC battery, 400V, 850 km CLTC range
Source: Sun Shaojun
