The BEST Electric SUV Yet? Zeekr 7X Review & Test Drive!
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Video Summary
- The Zeekr 7X SUV might be the perfect electric SUV with no real competition. - Zeekr launched in 2021 and sales for the 2024 year have increased almost 90% year-on-year. - The brand is launching in more markets around the world. - The 7X is Zeekr's first SUV and its most important vehicle yet. - The 7X is an SUV version of the popular 007 sedan, offering more practicality and space for small to medium-sized families. - The 7X is a proper SUV, not a coupe SUV. - Its design gives off premium vibes while being unique and not overdesigned. - The 7X was designed in Sweden by a global team. - The front looks familiar but has a fresh look, with a clamshell hood and impressive wrap-around headlights at night. - Has a drag coefficient of 0.27 Cd, which is good for an SUV of this size. - The driver's door closes automatically by pushing down on the brake pedal. - The interior is tasteful, and the 16-inch central control screen is large, but it is not minimalist. - Physical buttons are on the console for more frequent and urgent functions. - Seats are comfortable and have lower leg support and lumbar support, plus electric leg extension. - Seats have heating, ventilation, and massaging functions. - Back seats also have these functions on the top trim. - The queen’s chair reclines with leg support. - Each queen seat also has a hidden tray table and screen. - The trunk volume is 616 L with the second-row seats up. - Underfloor storage is for small items. - Automatically folding second-row seats provides almost 2000 L of storage space. - You can raise and lower the air suspension for easier loading. - Driving is responsive and confident in corners. - The AWD offers 637 hp and 0 to 100km/h in 3.8 seconds. - Long-range version has a WLTP range of 600 km. - The 7X starts at €53,000 and €63,000 for the top trim in Norway. - It comes with a 5-year/100,000 km vehicle warranty, extendable by an additional 5 years/100,000 km if you following service at authorized service workshops. - The steering wheel is large but could be reduced in size to improve the driving experience. - While fun to drive, the autonomous functions could be improved. - Sound system is proprietary, and while fine, it's not as good as Yamaha sound systems. - Ultimately, the 7X might be the best electric SUV to hit the global market this year.