After selling 200,000 units in 50 countries, Zeekr updates its most popular electric car with a new battery and over 500 horsepower.
13/09/2026 10:30
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13/09/2026 10:30
The constant evolution of technology and rapid changes in China force brands to update their products annually. In many cases, the changes are minor, while in others they are more significant. China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has officially approved a new variant of the Zeekr 7X, marking the final step toward the launch of the 202 model, which will arrive at dealerships before the end of this fiscal year. Government documents confirm the specifications of the powertrain, including the adoption of a new LFP battery.
The company authorized by the authorities to produce the new battery pack is Zhejiang Jiyao Tongxing Energy Technology Co., Ltd. Although the ministry’s initial technical records do not specify the net capacity or final range, the approval aligns with the manufacturer’s previously announced plans to introduce the 85 kWh Golden Brick battery in the entry-level segment of its lineup. The 7X is Zeekr’s most popular electric vehicle both in China and abroad, having sold over 200,000 units in 50 countries.
370 kW rear synchronous motor
In terms of dynamics, the 2027 Zeekr 7X features a powertrain centered around a permanent magnet synchronous electric motor designated internally as TZ230XYC04, manufactured by its subsidiary Quzhou Jidian Electric Vehicle Technology Co., Ltd. The motor is mounted at the rear to drive only the rear wheels, delivering a maximum power of 370 kW, which is equivalent to 504 horsepower.
Thanks to this setup, the all-rounder achieves a top speed of 240 km/h. Additionally, the technical specifications issued by the MIIT confirm the integration of an on-board event data recorder into the electronic system, as well as optional accessories for the styling side, such as fixed four-piston front brake calipers, various tire designs, specific bumpers, and roof rack bars.
New LFP Battery with 1,000,000 km Warranty
Undoubtedly, Zeekr’s biggest innovation for the 2027 7X is the introduction of an LFP battery that sits midway between the current entry-level version with 75 kWh (delivering 620 kilometers CLTC range) and the long-range variant equipped with 103 kWh NMC cells. The latter achieves 802 kilometers CLTC in single-motor configuration and 715 kilometers in all-wheel-drive versions with two motors.
Its capacity will be 85 kWh, but the range figures have not been confirmed yet. Currently, the official range is estimated at 720 kilometers (CLTC). The new battery supports a maximum charging rate of 5.5C and can go from 10% to 80% in about 10 minutes. According to the company itself, the battery maintains high stability after 3,500 charging cycles, retaining up to 80% of its original capacity. In other words, it keeps 80% of its battery capacity after 1,000,000 kilometers of use.
Commercial Track Record and Price References
The launch of this variant coincides with a very important milestone for the 7X, whose production line has reached 200,000 units assembled globally. In terms of sales in the Chinese market, the vehicle saw a surge in July with 6,415 units registered, up from 3,429 in June and 3,344 in May. The current range of the Zeekr 7X is available at local dealerships with prices starting at 229,800 yuan (around 29,500 euros at the exchange rate) and reaching 269,800 yuan for the most equipped versions, equivalent to 34,600 euros. The final prices associated with the new 2027 package will be confirmed at the time of its official launch in the final quarter. In Spain, its starting price is currently around 53,000 euros, without any promotions or subsidies.