In the 500,000 RMB premium electric SUV market, the showdown between the 2025 AITO M9 and the 2025 ZEEKR 9X is no longer just a battle of specifications, but a head-on clash of two lifestyles and two technological philosophies. One is a "smart life partner" deeply empowered by Huawei, and the other is a "declaration of performance and luxury" created by ZEEKR. Below, we break down the real differences between these two phenomenal models from six major dimensions.
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Model |
Price range |
Core version |
Promotional strategies |
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2025 AITO M9 |
RMB 469,800 – 569,800 |
Extended-range version (starting from RMB 469,800), pure electric Ultra four-seater version (RMB 589,800) |
All models enjoy limited-time discounts, with the extended-range version offering outstanding overall value. |
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2025 ZEEKR 9X |
RMB 465,900 – 599,900 |
Max Edition (RMB 465,900), Hyper Edition (RMB 559,900), Obsidian Black Edition (RMB 599,900) |
With the exchange rights, the Max version can be purchased for as low as RMB 455,900, while the top-of-the-line version has a significant premium, targeting high-net-worth individuals. |
The AITO M9 adopts a "high-spec across the board" strategy to cover mainstream family needs, while the ZEEKR 9X precisely targets performance and luxury enthusiasts through "version stratification." The former is a "steady and reliable value-oriented player," while the latter is a "pioneering technological aristocrat."
AITO M9:
With "Kunpeng Spreading Wings" as its design soul, the closed front face is paired with pixelated贯穿 headlights, and silver chrome accents outline a light and technological silhouette. The interactive taillights can dynamically illuminate, enabling "vehicle language" interaction – such as narrow road width indication and courtesy light carpets, making the vehicle an intelligent entity with emotions. The interior adopts a wing-span T-shaped structure, with wood grain trim panels and soft leather upholstery, creating a "warm feeling of home."
ZEEKR 9X:
The "Flying Bridge Yacht" design language brings a strong visual impact. The large-sized waterfall-style chrome grille on the front face and the vast star diamond matrix headlight cluster (42,242 diamond-cut facets) illuminate like a cascading galaxy. The "Heaven and Earth Gate" design at the rear can be completely flattened to bear a weight of 300kg, transforming into an outdoor platform for camping. The interior features a six-seat theater-style layout, dual 16-inch screens + a 47-inch AR-HUD, black and white contrasting colors + Nappa leather, giving it an aura comparable to million-dollar luxury cars.
The AITO M9 is a "tech-savvy gentleman who understands you," while the ZEEKR 9X is a "modern aristocrat with understated power."
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Dimension |
AITO M9 |
ZEEKR 9X |
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System Name |
Huawei Qiankun Intelligent Driving ADS 3.3 / ADS 4 |
ZEEKR AD (H7/H9) |
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Sensing hardware |
36 standard features across the entire series (including 1 x 192-line LiDAR and 3 x solid-state LiDARs) |
High-end version features 5 LiDAR sensors and a 1400 TOPS computing chip. |
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Core Competencies |
Nationwide map-free NOA (No-Operation-Action) system, supporting intelligent driving across all parking space scenarios, with a monthly active user rate exceeding 95%. |
Highway and city navigation assistance, supporting L3 level hardware pre-installation (requires regulatory approval). |
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Real experience |
OTA updates continue to evolve, demonstrating stable performance at complex intersections and on roads without lane markings, leading drivers to become increasingly reliant on the technology. |
While the hardware is advanced, the software algorithms are still evolving, and manual intervention is required in some scenarios. |
The AITO M9's intelligent driving system is a "reliable co-pilot powered by data"; the ZEEKR 9X's system is a "performance engine reserved for the future." The former allows you to confidently let go of the steering wheel today, while the latter may completely free your hands tomorrow.
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Index |
AITO M9 |
ZEEKR 9X |
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Powertrain Architecture |
Range-extended version (1.5T range extender + dual motors) / Pure electric version (800V high-voltage platform) |
Plug-in hybrid architecture (2.0T range extender + dual/triple motors) |
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Pure electric range (CLTC ) |
Pure electric version: 630km; Range-extended version: 200km+ |
Max version: 300km; Hyper version: 355km |
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Overall range |
1474km (Range Extended Version) |
Maximum range:1250km |
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Energy replenishment efficiency |
800V platform, 400km range with 15-minute charging. |
900V platform + 6C super-fast charging, 20%-80% in just9 minutes. |
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Applicable Scenarios |
Long-distance anxiety-free areas, areas with inconvenient charging |
High-speed commuting, pursuing ultimate energy replenishment efficiency |
If you frequently travel on the Sichuan-Tibet Highway or the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, the AITO M9's extended range is a "reassurance"; if you commute more than 100km daily and rely on fast charging at highway service areas, the ZEEKR 9X's 900V fast charging will completely change your travel rhythm.
AITO M9:
Awarded C-NCAP "Five-Star+" certification, with a 96.98% score for occupant protection and 97.79% for active safety. All models come standard with 9 airbags (including a globally rare front central airbag), and the body adopts an "eight horizontal and five vertical" basalt structure, with 12 areas of 2000MPa hot-formed steel. The side doors can still be opened normally after a side collision, and the roof can withstand 9 tons of pressure.
ZEEKR 9X:
Completed the industry's first four-way continuous collision test, withstanding four consecutive high-speed impacts, resulting in zero intrusion into the passenger compartment and zero battery leakage. Active safety features include 43 sensing units + dual AI verification. In CCTV's real-world test, in dense fog with visibility less than 15 meters, the AEB reacted faster to a suddenly appearing pedestrian than a human driver.
The AITO M9's safety is "stability that stands up to scrutiny in authoritative laboratories"; the ZEEKR 9X's safety is "the courage to challenge limits in extreme scenarios."
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User Profile |
Recommended models |
reason |
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Family users(3-5 people, often taking care of elderly people and children) |
AITO M9 |
Flexible 4/5/6-seat configuration, zero-gravity seats, passenger entertainment screen, and air purification system ensure maximum comfort for the whole family. |
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Business host |
AITO M9 |
Remote door opening, giant laser projection screen, and HarmonyOS ecosystem interconnection showcase technological sophistication—understated yet stylish. |
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Performance enthusiasts |
ZEEKR 9X Hyper Edition |
0-100 km/h in 3.1 seconds, 1400 horsepower, 900V fast charging – a blend of driving passion and cutting-edge technology. |
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High- net-worth individuals(annual income of RMB 1 million or more) |
ZEEKR 9X Obsidian Black Edition |
Top-grade NAPPA leather, Naim speakers, and a unique top-and-bottom door design are a silent declaration of status and taste. |
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Tech Geeks |
AITO M9 |
HarmonyOS seamlessly connects smartphones, tablets, and smart home devices, with the car serving as the digital hub of the home. |
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City commuting + occasional long-distance travel |
ZEEKR 9X Max Edition |
300km pure electric range + 9-minute fast charging, zero fuel consumption in daily use, and no anxiety on long journeys. |
The AITO M9 is a "realized intelligent future"—it uses mature technology, reliable experience, and flexible space to truly integrate technology into life.
The ZEEKR 9X is a "luxury declaration in the making"—it defines a new height for high-end Chinese cars with its ultimate performance, avant-garde design, and groundbreaking safety. If you frequently travel in mountainous areas and need to navigate through overpasses and tunnels, the AITO M9's all-scenario NOA (Navigate on Autopilot) will make your journey effortless. If you yearn for weekend camping trips, the ZEEKR 9X's panoramic sunroof and 900V fast charging will transform your camping experience from simply "arriving" to truly "owning the experience."
Which one to choose? It's not about choosing a car, but about choosing a lifestyle you're willing to embrace.
