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On September 29, ZEEKR launched its new global luxury-flagship SUV, the ZEEKR 9X. Four versions are offered: Max, Ultra, Hyper, and Black Edition, with official retail prices starting at 465,900 yuan (c. $65,300), 485,900 yuan (c. $68,200), 559,900 yuan (c. $78,600), and 599,900 yuan (c. $84,100).

With limited-time trade-in incentives, the effective prices become 455,900 yuan (c. $63,900), 475,900 yuan (c. $66,600), 549,900 yuan (c. $77,200), and 589,900 yuan (c. $82,900).

From now, customers may reserve through the ZEEKR App, official website, ZEEKR mini-program, or ZEEKR stores in major cities.

As the next-generation luxury flagship SUV, the ZEEKR 9X is the first ZEEKR model built on the SEA-S platform. It integrates four core technologies: Haohan Super Hybrid, Haohan AI Digital Chassis, Haohan Safety Armor, and thousand-mile assisted driving. These components aim to deliver generational advancement in electrification, chassis, safety, and intelligent driving.

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By leveraging the 900 V hybrid high-voltage architecture of Haohan-S and the proprietary super hybrid system, the 9X offers “fast full-charge, fast feeding, long range, fast charging” in its pure EV mode.

The 9X uses a three-motor hybrid electric drive system with a combined output exceeding 1,400 horsepower, roughly equivalent to three conventional V12 engines. All versions reach 0–100 km/h in the 3-second range; the best time is 3.1 seconds. Its top speed is 240 km/h.

Even when battery state falls below 20%, performance loss is minimal—just 0.2 seconds slower compared to full charge. All versions use a 900 V hybrid-dedicated battery co-developed with CATL.

Two battery capacity options are offered. A 70 kWh pack, the largest in the global hybrid segment, delivers 380 km (c. 236 miles) pure electric range. A 55 kWh pack delivers 300 km (c. 186 miles) pure electric range. Both packs support 6C ultra-fast charging, taking only nine minutes to charge from 20% to 80%.

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Additionally, the 9X is equipped with a 145 kW range-extending generator, with peak power exceeding that of many fast-charging stations. Under 120 km/h highway “feeding” conditions, state of charge can rise from 30% to 80% in 90 minutes while driving, enabling “drive while charging.”

The Haohan AI Digital Chassis comes standard across all trims with closed dual-chamber air suspension and dual-valve CCD electromagnetic dampers.

It also integrates 48 V active stabilizer bar technology, capable of lifting up to 80 mm in 0.2 seconds, suppressing body roll, and delivering near “zero-roll” dynamics.

In extreme conditions, the 9X can reliably stop even with simultaneous tire bursts on both wheels of one side at 120 km/h on wet surfaces.

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In off-road scenarios, the digital chassis provides class-leading terrain adaptability. It can automatically identify snow, mud, sand, rock, and other terrains and match dedicated driving modes.

Regarding structure, the body uses 91% high-strength steel and aluminum alloy. A four-in-one integrated safety structure delivers torsional rigidity of 41,600 N·m/deg. The vehicle passes single-vehicle, four-direction extreme collision tests.

For active safety, the 9X features G-AES universal obstacle automatic emergency steering assistance, capable of continuous avoidance at 130 km/h. A side-collision proactive lifting system raises one side of the chassis 0.7 seconds before impact to shift collision to the strongest part of the frame.

To enhance ingress and egress, the 9X measures over 5.2 m in length with nearly a 3.2 m wheelbase. Rear doors open nearly 90 degrees, and a 20 cm electric side-step deploys to facilitate entry and exit. An electric split tailgate, automatic suspension lowering, and hands-free luggage access simplify cargo handling.

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Inside, the cabin spans 6.3 m², offering over 1 m² per passenger. It accommodates six adults and eight 20-inch suitcases simultaneously. With the third row folded, cargo volume reaches 2,148 liters, enough for four full golf sets.

The panoramic roof covers 1.03 m² of openable space. Overall cabin daylight area is 4.2 m². The roof opening is nearly 0.5 m² and can link with a wing screen for drone launch and aerial photography directly from inside the car. All trims include electric privacy sunshades and door-mounted powered storage compartments for flexible space utility.

For acoustic comfort, drawing from the Rolls-Royce Cullinan benchmark, the 9X uses 11 layers of PVB acoustic laminated glass and dual active noise cancellation. At 120 km/h, interior voice clarity reaches 92% of the Cullinan’s standard.

For audio, ZEEKR partners with British premium audio brand Naim. The 9X system delivers 3,868 W peak power, 32 speakers, Dolby Atmos support, nine surround channels, four overhead channels, eight headrest speakers, and two subwoofers, enabling immersive audio in every seat.

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Rear passengers get a 17-inch 3K OLED sliding screen by Samsung, which shifts 88 cm between the second and third rows. It supports five angle settings and holds a low-blue-light certification for eye comfort.

The vehicle is powered by the native AI cockpit operating system ZEEKR AI OS 7, running dual 8295 cockpit chips. It supports proactive AI desktop scenarios, offering intelligent, assistant-style user interaction.

Conversion rate: 1 USD = 7.1342 CNY as of September 26, 2025