2026 ZEEKR 8X to Launch on April 17, Starting at ¥376,800

On April 7, ZEEKR announced that the official launch event for the ZEEKR 8X is scheduled to take place in Ningbo, China, on April 17 at 7:00 PM. During the event, the official retail pricing for the ZEEKR 8X will be revealed; additionally, all pre-sale benefits will expire just prior to the price announcement that evening.

1. Vehicle Basic Information

Official Pre-sale Price:

Max Edition: ¥376,800

Ultra Edition: ¥396,800

Ultra+ Edition: ¥446,800

Yaoying Edition: ¥516,800

Powertrain: 2.0T PHEV-specific engine + Dual/Triple Motors; Max combined power output of 1030 kW (1400 hp); 0–100 km/h acceleration in 2.96 seconds.

Electric Range: Up to 410 km (CLTC); Combined range of 1416 km.

Charging Technology: 900V High-Voltage Platform + 6C Ultra-Fast Charging; 20% to 80% charge in just 9 minutes.

Intelligent Cockpit: Dual NVIDIA DRIVE Thor-U chips (1400 TOPS computing power) + 16-inch 3.5K dual-linked screens + 17-inch rear ceiling-mounted screen + 29-speaker Naim audio system.

Intelligent Driving: Qianli Haohan G-ASD System; Standard configuration includes 5 LiDAR units + 43 sensors; Supports mapless NOA (Navigation on Autopilot) across all scenarios, multi-story memory parking, and automated valet parking.

Chassis Technology: Haohan AI Digital Chassis; World's first 4S-level certified chassis; Features closed-loop dual-chamber air suspension + dual-valve CDC electromagnetic damping + 48V active stabilizer bars.

Global Compatibility: Supports CCS2 charging standard; Complies with ECE R155/156 cybersecurity regulations; In-vehicle infotainment system supports multi-language switching (including English, German, French, and Spanish).

2. Comparison of Configurations Across Four Models

Note: Standard features across the entire lineup include: flush door handles, full-width OLED taillights, electronic side mirrors, 88-inch AR-HUD, 5G vehicle connectivity, OTA updates, power soft-closing doors, and over 100 ambient lighting modes.

3. Core Technology Deep Dive

⚡ 900V 6C Ultra-Fast Charging: Redefining Energy Replenishment Efficiency

Features a globally leading 900V high-voltage electrical architecture, delivering a peak charging power of 480kW.

Charges from 20% to 80% in just 9 minutes—equivalent to a round trip between Chongqing Jiangbei Airport and the Nan'an District (approx. 80 km).

6C Ultra-Fast Charging Battery: Jointly developed by CATL and Geely; supports stable charging across a wide climate range, from -30°C to +50°C.

Global Standard Compatibility: Equipped with a CCS2 charging port, universally compatible with public fast-charging stations across Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia.

Intelligent Thermal Management: Automatically preheats the battery prior to charging, boosting charging efficiency by 40% in low-temperature environments.

🧠 Intelligent Cockpit: The Ultimate Fusion of Luxury and AI

Chipset: Dual NVIDIA DRIVE Thor-U processors, delivering a computing power of 1400 TOPS; supports a five-screen linkage system (Instrument Cluster + Central Console + Passenger Display + AR-HUD + 17-inch Ceiling-Mounted Screen).

Operating System: Zeekr AI OS 2.0; supports multi-turn natural language interaction, recognition of Chinese dialects, and continuous execution of voice commands.

Interaction:

17-inch Rear Ceiling Display: Supports independent movie streaming, gaming, and video calls; operates independently of the front-row displays.

29-Speaker Naim Audio System: Includes headrest-integrated speakers; supports Dolby Atmos surround sound, creating an immersive soundstage that fills the entire cabin.

"Light Language" Intelligent Headlights: Capable of projecting symbols—such as "Please Yield" or "Thank You"—onto the road surface to enhance safety during nighttime interactions.

Ecosystem: Integrates WeChat In-Car Version, QQ Music, Apple CarPlay, Spotify, and Amap (Gaode Maps); supports "Alipay Car Life" for one-touch payment of charging fees, parking, and car washes.

🛡️ Qianli Haohan G-ASD: The World's First Mapless, Full-Scenario Intelligent Driving System

Perception System:

5 LiDAR Sensors (Forward-facing + Side-facing)

12 HD Cameras (Including 3D Surround View)

5 Millimeter-Wave Radars + 12 Ultrasonic Radars

Functional Coverage:

Highway NOA: Automatic lane changes, overtaking, ramp entry/exit, construction zone avoidance.

Urban NOA: Recognition of unprotected left turns, pedestrian avoidance, handling of "sudden-emergence" hazards.

Multi-story Memory Parking: Automatically identifies multi-level underground garage structures, memorizes routes, and autonomously parks the vehicle.

Automated Valet Parking: Remote vehicle summoning via mobile app to enter or exit tight parking spaces.

Safety Redundancy: The system features dual-redundant braking, dual-redundant power supply, and an ASIL-D functional safety rating. Validated through training on 25 million high-value "clips" (scenarios), the false trigger rate is less than 0.001%.

4. Vehicle Design and Interior Space

Design Language:

Front End: Integrated "waterfall" grille + C-shaped daytime running lights + illuminated ZEEKR logo. The "Yaoying" Edition features a full black-out package, with fully open air intakes to enhance heat dissipation.

Rear End: Full-width OLED taillights, supporting dynamic sequential turn signals and accident warning light patterns (e.g., "⚠️").

Interior: Diamond-quilted Nappa leather + Alcantara headliner + crystal-cut physical buttons. Ambient lighting supports over 100 dynamic modes. Standard equipment includes an intelligent in-car cooler/warmer box (capable of chilling beverages or keeping food warm).

5. Usage Recommendations for Global Users

European Users: The vehicle complies with ECE R155/156 cybersecurity and functional safety standards. It supports the CCS2 charging interface and is compatible with European fast-charging networks such as IONITY and Fastned.

North American Users: Supports dual protocols (SAE J1772 and CCS1). Via OTA updates, users can unlock North America-exclusive navigation, voice assistant support (English/Spanish), and winter mode optimizations.

Southeast Asian Users: Successfully passed high-temperature and high-humidity environment testing. The battery thermal management system ensures a sustained range achievement rate of ≥70% in ambient temperatures of up to 45°C. Family Users: The rear-seat center armrest features dual cup holders and ISOFIX anchors for child safety seats; with adjustable seatback angles, it offers exceptional comfort for long-distance travel.

Tech Enthusiasts: Supports remote OTA updates, enabling the future unlocking of new features such as V2X vehicle-to-infrastructure collaboration, automated valet parking, and self-learning AI voice assistants.

6. Conclusion

The 2026 ZEEKR 8X is not merely an "SUV with a battery attached"; rather, it stands as a milestone—the first instance of a Chinese brand launching a comprehensive challenge against the "BBA" trio (BMW, Benz, and Audi) across the three key dimensions of performance, intelligence, and luxury.

It dispels range anxiety with its 900V 6C ultra-fast charging capability; it redefines the boundaries of SUV performance with a tri-motor powertrain delivering 1,400 horsepower; it achieves true, fully autonomous driving across all scenarios via its "Qianli" G-ASD mapless intelligent driving system; and, through its "SEA" AI Digital Chassis, it proves that "Chinese cars can handle even more stably than their German counterparts."