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2026 Zeekr 009: Luxury EV commuter van becomes more affordable

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) brand. Zeekr reduces entry costs 009 People mover range introducing a new front-wheel drive base model.

The Zeekr 009 7-seater FWD is priced at $115,900 before on-road costsor $20,000 less than its previous all-wheel-drive counterpart. It can be ordered now.

However, it is still more expensive than the Volkswagen ID. Buzz GTX LWB ($109,990 before on-roads) and LDV MIFA 9 Executive ($115,000 before on-roads).

While it loses traction on all paws and has a less powerful 250kW/373Nm single-motor powertrain than its dual-motor, all-wheel-drive counterpart, it has the longest electric range of the 009 range thanks to its shared 116kWh battery.

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Zeekr claims a range of 604 km on the WLTP cycle, compared to 582 km for all-wheel drive variants. That’s more than its competitors LDV and Volkswagen.

Specifications Zeekr 009 FWD
Drivetrain Single electric motor
Battery capacity 116 kWh
Battery chemistry Nickel-manganese-cobalt
Performance 250kW
Torque 373 Nm
0-100 km/h (claimed) 7.9 seconds
Energy consumption (WLTP) 21.4 kWh/100 km
Range (WLTP) 604km
Max. AC charging rate 11kW
Max. DC charging rate 150kW

The 009 FWD is significantly slower to 100 km/h at 7.9 seconds compared to the previous 4.5 seconds – although that’s still a decent acceleration time for a people mover of this size.

It may lack performance, but Zeekr says the new entry-level 009 has the same luxury features as its more expensive showroom counterparts.

However, it is only available in Phantom Black or Crystal White exterior paint finishes – the Gray Purple and Mineral Green options are available exclusively for all-wheel drive variants.

There’s also a reduction from 20 to 19-inch alloy wheels.

Zeekr 009 FWD Specification Highlights:

  • Double fixed glass roof panels with electric sun protection
  • 7-seater configuration (2+2+3).
  • Nappa leather upholstery in Stone Black
  • Ventilated passenger seat
  • Ventilated massaging second row seats with memory function
  • 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
  • 15.05-inch touchscreen infotainment system
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • 35.95-inch augmented reality head-up display
  • 17-inch 3K OLED rear seat entertainment screen
  • 30-speaker 3000W Yamaha sound system
  • Three-zone climate control
  • Sentry, Child, Pet, Camp, Incognito and Stress Relief modes.
  • 50W wireless phone charger
  • 8.6 liter refrigerator with cooling and heating

Zeekr says Australia remains “a priority market” and is “accelerating deliveries.” Additionally, it guarantees “no model year changes for at least the next 12 to 18 months.”

Prices

Model Price before on-road costs
2026 Zeekr 009 7-seater FWD $115,900
2026 Zeekr 009 7-seater AWD $135,900
2026 Zeekr 009 6-seater AWD $139,900

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