Zeekr Unveils Supercar Variant of Zeekr 001: Luxury at Triple the Price of Standard Version
Zeekr, the prestigious electric vehicle (EV) subsidiary under Geely Holding Group, is set to make waves with its latest innovation – the Zeekr 001 FR electric supercar. This high-performance variant, built upon the foundation of the Zeekr 001 shooting brake model, is poised to showcase Zeekr’s technological prowess.
(Image: Zeekr 001 R)
Breaking recent online speculation about Zeekr 001 facelifts, the company officially announced the launch of the Zeekr 001 FR in a press release. This electric supercar is envisioned to redefine the boundaries of performance, providing an unparalleled driving experience in the era of pure electric mobility.
The Zeekr 001 FR is positioned as the pinnacle of Zeekr’s high-performance all-electric vehicle lineup. Carrying a price tag exceeding RMB 1 million ($140,000), this supercar model is designed to disrupt the traditional ultra-luxury sports car market, offering performance levels that rival vehicles priced around RMB 10 million.
The official unveiling of the Zeekr 001 FR is scheduled to take place during the Zeekr technology launch event. While specific details are yet to be disclosed, this announcement has ignited anticipation among automotive enthusiasts.
Zeekr’s journey began when it was established as an independent entity in March 2021. The Zeekr 001, its debut model, entered the market on April 17, 2021, with deliveries commencing in October of the same year. Currently, the Zeekr 001 is available in four distinct versions, with starting prices ranging from RMB 300,000 to RMB 386,000.
Among these versions, a single-motor variant accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds, while the three dual-motor variants achieve the same feat in a mere 3.8 seconds.
The Zeekr 001 FR’s price point exceeding RMB 1 million places it at approximately three times the cost of the standard Zeekr 001.
In addition to the Zeekr 001, Zeekr’s lineup includes two other models – the Zeekr 009 MPV and the Zeekr X city SUV.
(Image: Zeekr 001 R)
Demonstrating Zeekr’s dynamic growth, the brand achieved a remarkable milestone by delivering 12,039 vehicles in July, marking the second instance this year where monthly deliveries exceeded 10,000 units. As part of its global expansion strategy, Zeekr commenced pre-sales of the Zeekr 001 and Zeekr X in Europe, with deliveries slated for this year. The brand also announced its entry into the Israeli and Kazakhstan markets, further solidifying its international presence.
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