Why Zeekr is bringing a luxury electric people mover to Australia

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Zeekr is set to expand its Australian line-up with the launch of the all-electric premium people mover known as the 009, following the introduction of the X small SUV. Unlike traditional sporty models, Zeekr’s flagship vehicle will be a people mover, targeting the high-end market. The decision to bring the 009 to Australia was driven by the availability of right-hand drive models and economies of scale in engineering. The 009 will be a dual-motor all-wheel-drive model with six or seven seats, offering up to 580kW/810Nm of power and a range of up to 900km. Pricing and specifications for the 009 are yet to be finalized, but it is expected to compete in the premium segment against models like the Lexus LM.

Brands mentioned: Zeekr, Lexus, Kia, Hyundai, LDV