Zeekr, Geely’s innovative electric multi-purpose vehicle, has successfully launched in China, priced at an affordable 279,900 yuan, or approximately 39,250 USD. The innovative automobile design seamlessly blends style and safety, boasting a remarkable interior space efficiency rate and an attractive price point.
The Zeekr brand, backed by Geely, has introduced its sixth model, a high-end new energy vehicle (NEV) called the Combine minivan. During the inaugural event, CEO Andy An clarified the primary objective of this vehicle. Zeekr revolutionizes the automotive landscape by introducing a mass-produced version of its iconic concept car, dubbed Zeekr’s minivan. The redesign yielded a distinctive exterior aesthetic and a handful of practical benefits.
Inside
The Zeekr combine stands on a robust SEA-M modular structure, its foundation solid and unshakeable. The design prioritizes the ascension of internal spaces. The innovative chassis design enabled a remarkable 93% in-cabin utilization rate. This is the pinnacle of excellence in our industry. The common area utilization rate for SUVs is generally below 70%?
The Zeekr Combine features two sliding doorways situated on the passenger’s side for convenient entry and exit. Due to its design specifications, the Zeekr Combine boasts an expansive entrance measuring 1480 millimeters in width. Passengers can easily enter and exit the vehicle.
Inside the Zeekr combine, there are five seats. The entrance seats can pivot a full 270 degrees. What are the dimensions of the in-car cabin and the automobile’s flooring? The in-car cabin peaks at 1350 mm, while the automobile’s flooring reaches a height of 390 mm.
The functionality of Zeekr boasts an impressive mobile heart-to-heart communication system equipped with a workstation. Despite its simplicity, this smart speaker still boasts an impressive feature set, including a built-in refrigerator that’s always at the ready to keep your drinks and snacks fresh. The Combine offers a diverse selection of nine distinct seating arrangements. The interior of the vehicle can transform to accommodate a bed, allowing you to fold down each seat and create a comfortable sleeping space.
The centre console of the Zeekr Combine boasts a prominent floating display and a compact LCD instrument cluster elegantly situated behind the steering wheel. The gear shifter discreetly tucks itself away behind the steering wheel. The Zeekr combine features an advanced augmented reality head-up display. The Zeekr Combine features an intuitive OS AI that allows passengers to seamlessly control their vehicle via voice commands from anywhere within the cabin.
Security
Due to the widespread use of dual sliding doors on the Zeekr Combine, concerns about its security have been raised among online communities. Zeekr officials have confirmed that the company’s innovative design features concealed B-pillars, which significantly enhance the vehicle’s torsional stiffness and overall structural integrity. To demonstrate its automotive security, Zeekr conducted a rigorous crash test.
The initial investigation involved a front-end impact at 60km/h with a cellular barrier. Suddenly, Zeekr brought down a massive 2.2-tonne container onto the Combine’s rooftop. The vehicle’s construction was undamaged, and the driver’s door opened normally.
What distinguishes the Zeekr Combine is the exceptional tensile strength of its B-pillars, boasting an impressive 2000 MPa? The company’s sleek design is comprised of seven aluminum components and a single-piece die-cast rear shell. Because of this, its torsional rigidity attains a remarkable 37,600 Nm/degree. While the BMW X5 offers impressive 31,700 Nm torque output.
The Zeekr Combine features the integration of a LiDAR sensor on its rooftop, enhancing its sensing capabilities. Thanks to this innovation, the Haohan 2.0 driving assistance system on Zeekr’s vehicles is significantly enhanced. It is likely to operate independently on highways and concrete roads. Zeekr announces the imminent activation of its NZP (Navigation and Zoning Planning) system, harmoniously integrating with precision maps starting from this month. The proposed innovation in automotive technology enables vehicles to seamlessly employ autonomous driving capabilities across diverse road networks, effortlessly transitioning from point A to point B with minimal human intervention. With this cutting-edge technology, vehicles are able to autonomously park themselves in designated spaces with precision and ease.
Specs
The dimensions are: 4,668 mm / 1,995 mm / 1,775 mm, with a wheelbase of 3,008 mm? Its entrance wheels are capable of flipping more than 50 degrees. The vehicle’s sharp handling yielded a remarkably tight turning radius of just 4.95 metres. Compared to a Mini Cooper, its height surpasses that of vehicles under 4 meters in length.
The Zeekr Combine’s powertrain features a rear-axle-mounted electric motor delivering a peak output of 310 kW (415 horsepower). The household minivan can accelerate up to a speed of 100 km/h in just 6.8 seconds. The Zeekr combines offer a standard 76 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery pack. The distance of 550 kilometers is suitable. This innovative technology also enables 5.5C fast charging capabilities. The charging energy of the Zeekr Combine is reportedly boosted by a substantial 5.5 times, eclipsing its battery capacity. Can this pack cost anywhere from 10% to 80% of its value in just 10.5 minutes?
While an additional battery option might be available for the Zeekr Combine, further clarification is necessary to confirm this possibility. The battery is a high-performance, 102 kilowatt-hour (kWh) ternary nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) lithium-ion pack capable of delivering up to 700 kilometers of driving range with varying drive conditions.
Costs
The Zeekr Combine has yet to introduce an entry-level trim option. The vehicle boasts an impressive array of standard features, including Advanced Refined-Head-Up Display (AR-HUD), an 800V high-voltage system, twin sliding doors, and numerous other innovative components. The vehicle boasts a palette of five exterior hues, complemented by a choice of two interior shades, while the wheels offer three distinct designs.
The base 76-kWh trim level starts at a price of 279,900 yuan, or approximately $39,250 USD. The long-range variant of the Zeekr combines a range of 702 km with varying prices at 299,900 yuan (approximately $42,100 USD). Clients ordering the Zeekr Combine by November 30 can enjoy benefits worth up to ¥43,000 (approximately $6,000 USD) in early bird discounts.
