Thanks, Bjørn, that's fantastic. I have seen many reviews on this car already. And there are many more interesting features this car has: passanger seat can become a chear of the gynecologist :), the side pocket can become a fridge or heater, back sits go up go pets and many more. I know you did not have much time. But, if you have an opportunity to have a 4 seater with max specs, you'll like it!
And also slide the center console rearwards to get even more space, although maybe it isn't movable on this Euro spec model? The Euro spec Zeekr X seems to be missing multiple features compared to the Chinese version.
The 4 seat version of the Zeekr X has a 40:20:40 folding rear seat, plus you the seat bottoms fold upwards for pets or to make more cargo room in front of the rear seats. I would definitely get the 4 seat version over this lower trim 5 seat version.
Hello Bjørn I think you forgot about sliding screen and moving center console or in Norway version they didn't include it? And its strange that they showed a base spec car. Top spec have zero gravity seats, self opening doors and back seats can lift for more space. oh and also fridge.
Yeah, no moving screen in europe due to regulations according to other videos, also I suspect the self opening doors might also not be coming to europe (I really hope not; it'd be a disaster in most parking lots), zero gravity might only be in 4 seated version as it seemed to require the rear seats to fold up, which I've got no clue if it's coming to europe.
Many thanks Bjørn, a good review. I find the Volvo EX30 much more beautiful. But then... the inside of the Zeekr is much nicer. Not only from quality and looks, but also functional with buttons, with a screen attached to the steering wheel and even a head up display. Al this is missing with the EX30. And then also much more luggage room. Its a difficult choice. How is it with the service organization around this new brand ? I understood from another reviewer that they will not use the Volvo network but build their own infrastructure. Greetings from Switzerland.
@@60plus01 I'm pretty sure Chinese have tested it. The country has various weathers from North to South, they'd usually extensively test cars before sales
You better drive oil car in your city. cause at -20C, Only 50% battery life. I drive my 001 to the china northern last year ... but if temp exceeds 0C,battery life over 85%
The highlight functions of the car in Chinese version, 1. The screen actually is capable to move to the right side by swapping right on screen with 4 fingers. 2. The rear seats can be folded up and easy for pets to get into the car or stay in the car.
Interesting differences between Chinese and European versions indeed. For Europe external doorhandles are included and opening of the charge port is different as well.
The logic of the 'door opening button' being in this odd position is probably due to the fact that the car manufacturer encourages you to press the button with your right hand, forcing you to turn your torso and check the left rear dead angle. Some kind of biker protection.
EU is mandating the "don't kill cyclists" feature, which as someone who has an 1980s Mini Metro opened into me, I strongly support. Now I have a car with it though, I have to work out how to test it without a risk to a cyclist/e scooter rider and my paintwork
I can only think of a dog inside the car pushing that button while driving ... even at slow speed 3km/h or at a stop. I do not claim dog do not jump into front seats, they do if they want and find a way.
The fact that it has an NCM battery is a big drawback for me, and I would be much more attracted if it had an LFP, LMFP or sodium battery of the same capacity. I hope that the sale of vehicles is like that of Tesla, and not through the dealer's network in Europe, and thus to be better positioned in terms of price, considering that, as a Chinese brand, it has to break through on the European market.
uh im not sure about those door handle solution for areas with snow, ice and freezing temperatures ... so you stuff snow into the handle hole , it melts as you drive the car and then freezes inside with the that hatch closed...making it impossible the fold inwards again, don't know man, looks risky
@@ScubaSteveCanada well yes and no, they push snow and ice out , worst can happen is that they would be sealed with door with ice rain, but once you crack it it works, here even if you make door handle hatch work the hinge might still be blocked on inside (aka trying to open the door with someone blocking it with their foot on the other side)
09:13 pains me a lot, u have to set up the center console. you can not only push them back and forth, but as I said, you can also set up the front part and that's exactly what you didn't do.
It looks nice, but no glovebox, even just a small one for registration papers, is silly. Also those leather grab handles in the front look super flimsy. None in the rear is kinda stupid and barely saves costs, granny needs them. Starting at €45k for 440km WLTP in the Netherlands means it's eligible for a €2950 tax credit here because the base model is under €45K which makes it €42K effectively. That makes the base model kinda attractive. It lacks massage seats but it still has a lot of other features like driver ventilated seat, HUD with AR, Android auto/carplay and a good suite of assistance systems that you don't have to pay extra for like with a Tesla (model Y base model is €47K in the Netherlands, not eligible for tax credit). 22 kW AC charging is standard, that's nice, beats the model Y and many fancier cars. 400v system with 150 kW max fast charging speed is average to good, beaten by base model Y which has 170 kW max speed. But we still have to see the charging curve. All in all I think it's a pretty decent deal for the segment. Worth considering over a model Y, at least in the Netherlands with the tax credit.
I think the design of no glove box is due to in Chinese version, the seat can do a 0-gravity mode and provide more legroom, but seems like that's removed due to regulations in euro market
@@bryanleubg That makes sense, but it seems a big oversight not adjust that for the EU market. I mean, how hard is it to add a glove box? And even still, no glove box means you need a document-sized storage somewhere else within reach of the driver.
It's a b segment compact cuv barely comfortable for 4 adults, the model y is a d segment mid size SUV with up to 7 seats and decent towing capability, longer range and faster charging to boot. Zero comparison here, the tesla compact cuv coming sometime in 2025 from mx? Would be the correct segment comparison. Also whose gonna service it, offer repairs and any required warranty work/updates for these Chinese evs outside of China? 😀
@@4literv6 They both have a towing capacity of 1600kg AFAIK. The 7-seater model Y is nice for kids but unusable for adults. The model Y is bigger, yep. Also has a bigger battery. But less luxury features and it's €5000 more expensive. With the tax rebate I think the Zeekr X is competition, but not a no-brainer at all. Zeekr is a brand from Geely, which also does Polestar and service seems to have been fine for that. So I think it will be okay for Zeekr too, but who knows.
I think the Zeekr would be better if it used Google's infotainment system like the Polestar does and probably also the Volvo XC30. It's likely a WAY better and less buggy experience than whatever this comes with.
Probably a pre-prod model still needing to get it fully ironed out for foreign language markets. The Chinese infotainment system Zeekr has in its home market is quite good. In fact most modern Chinese infotainment systems are very solid because that aspect of the car is very important to Chinese consumers. Especially voice commands, where Chinese cars are bar none the best in the world. It is one of the reasons VW is getting its ass handed to it in the Chinese market since VW in particular have very poor infotainment software.
@@tren133 I have an MG and I don't think much of the software. Superficially it's okay but too many glitches. BYD apparently doesn't have great software either. So I don't know. I think I'd prefer Google software which virtually nobody has a bad thing to say about. Given its the same platform as a Polestar / VC30 it would make sense too.
Going to do my second test drive tomorrow and probably going to order one. But…what’s that about the ’Dutch’ door opening technique? I’m Dutch and never heard of it 🤷♂️
You use your other hand to open the door so your body turns so you automatically check for any obstructions or people passing the car while you open the door
I like the look and interior look of both zeekr cars… see how they are to drive when you can. Will they suffer from same Chinese infotainment issues, lane assist, etc?? 🤷♂️🤷♂️
Why would i buy this car, if i get cheaper a better car from Tesla? Im not against the chineese cars, i use also an Dacia Spring (Dongfeng), but i bought it for 8900 euros and the Extreme for 13600 euro
Why all these EV lower the windows to open the door? I had several Subarus, all without frames. And they did not need any lowering. It just worked without it. I have never had any problem with leaking or problem with closing doors. And toady they have to do exercise with motor every time I open/lock/unlock the doors.
Zeekr need a North American partnership so that it can be rebranded and sold here. If inexpensive, the lack of incentive won't be a problem. I never use my frunk so the size is immaterial.What's important are range, charging speed, cost, battery preconditioning, software experience and updates. As much as I like my AWD, LR, fully loaded Ioniq 5, Hyundai have lost me as a future customer.
Zeekr is a Geely brand, so maybe it's cars could be marketed in USA as Volvo or Polestar. 🤔 "Zeekr is a premium EV brand created by Chinese automotive giant Geely, which owns a majority stake in Volvo, Polestar, and Lotus".
Car designers that has not ever opened a door on a really windy day or in storm 🤦🏼♂️ Let’s see how many RU-vid, TikTok, etc videos these doors will generate by Failarmy etc.
junk. All chinese cars look good at first but they have no staying power and over time just a few years they are left by the side of the road as junk. Dont waste your time with any of these. Contrary to popular belief these are not great cars.