Global EV Comparison: Zeekr 001 Performance AWD vs BMW iX M70 xDrive
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Zeekr 001 Performance AWD (2023-…) has a starting price of €63970, compared to the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...), which starts at €123900.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Zeekr 001 Performance AWD | BMW iX M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €63970 | €123900 |
| GCC Score | 7.6 | 7.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) has a larger battery, the Zeekr 001 Performance AWD (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Zeekr 001 Performance AWD | BMW iX M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 488 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 590 km | 600 km |
| Range (GCC) | 502 km | 481 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 115 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 94 kWh | 108.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.7 kWh/100 km | 22.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.34 km/kWh | 4.42 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.8 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Zeekr 001 Performance AWD (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) maxes out at 195 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW.
| Property | Zeekr 001 Performance AWD | BMW iX M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 195 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.5 | 8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | Zeekr 001 Performance AWD | BMW iX M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 400 kW | 485 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 536 hp | 650 hp |
| Motor Torque | 686 Nm | 1015 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8 s | 3.8 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.3 | 7.5 |
Dimensions
The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Zeekr 001 Performance AWD (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Zeekr 001 Performance AWD | BMW iX M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4955 mm | 4965 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2225 mm | 2230 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1999 mm | 1970 mm |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2999 mm | 3000 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Zeekr 001 Performance AWD (2023-…), but the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) doesn’t have one.
The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Zeekr 001 Performance AWD (2023-…).
| Property | Zeekr 001 Performance AWD | BMW iX M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2410 kg | 2655 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 539 l | 500 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1750 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 80 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 kg | 2500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.1 | 8.4 |
