Zeekr 001
{{Short description|Battery electric executive shooting brake}}
{{use dmy dates|date=April 2023}}{{Use British English|date=August 2024}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Zeekr 001
| image = 2022 Zeekr 001 (front).jpg
| aka =
| manufacturer = Zeekr (Geely Auto)
| production = October 2021 – present
| model_years =
| assembly = China: Ningbo
| class = Executive car (E)
| body_style = 5-door shooting brake
| platform = SEA1 platform
| engine =
| motor = Permanent Magnet Synchronous motors
| layout = {{unbulleted list
| Rear-motor, rear-wheel drive
| Dual-motors, all-wheel-drive
| Quad-motors four-wheel drive, Individual wheel drive (001 FR)
}}
| powerout = {{unbulleted list
|(RWD)
| {{cvt|272|PS|hp kW}} peak
| {{cvt|90|PS|hp kW}} 30 min maximum
|(AWD)
| {{cvt|544|PS|hp kW}} peak
| {{cvt|180|PS|hp kW}} 30 min maximum
| {{cvt|1265|PS|hp kW}} peak (001 FR)
}}
| battery = {{unbulleted list
| CATL Qilin Battery
| {{cvt|100|kWh}}{{r|motor1}}
| {{cvt|140|kWh}}{{r|motor1}}
}}
| transmission = 1-speed direct-drive
| range = up to {{cvt|1032|km}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|3000|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4970|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1990|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1560|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| weight =
| related = Polestar 4
Ji Yue 01
Lotus Eletre
| designer = Chris Chen
| successor =
| sp = us
| charging = V2L: 3.3 kW
}}
The Zeekr 001 ({{lang-zh|极氪001|p=Jíkè 001|s=极氪 001}}) is a battery electric car marketed by Zeekr since 2021 as the first vehicle from the brand. Originally designed as a Lynk & Co vehicle, the model was instead released under Zeekr, at the time a new electric vehicle brand under Geely Holding.
Overview
The vehicle was originally previewed at the 2020 Beijing Auto Show as the Lynk & Co Zero Concept.{{Cite web |last=Söderlind |first=Alrik |date=2023-12-12 |title=PROV: Zeekr X – Volvos mardröm |url=https://www.mestmotor.se/automotorsport/artiklar/provkorningar/20231212/prov-zeekr-x-volvos-mardrom/ |access-date=2024-01-27 |website=auto motor & sport |language=sv-SE}}{{Cite web |last=Ruffo |first=Gustavo Henrique |date=2023-10-03 |title=ZEEKR's Main Mission Is to Detach From Lynk & Co, and ZEEKR X Represents the First Step |url=https://www.autoevolution.com/news/zeekr-s-main-mission-is-to-detach-from-lynk-co-and-zeekr-x-is-the-first-step-222153.html |access-date=2024-01-27 |website=autoevolution |language=en}} The production 001 was presented on 16 April 2021 at the Auto Shanghai. In October 2021, the model was released in the Chinese market.{{cite web |author=Mark Kane |date=5 January 2022 |title=Zeekr Delivered 2,012 Cars In Its First Full Month Of Production |url=https://insideevs.com/news/552702/zeekr-001-sales-china-november2021/ |website=Inside EVs}}{{cite web|url=https://www.moniteurautomobile.be/actu-auto/nouveaux-modeles/zeekr-001.html | title=Zeekr 001: le shooting brake électrique de Geely | publisher=Le Moniteur automobile| date=16 April 2021| author=Yeelen Möller}}
Based on the Sustainable Experience Architecture platform, {{cite web |author=Frédéric Kevers |date=14 December 2020 |title=Lynk & Co Zero EV : 800 V et 700 km |url=https://www.moniteurautomobile.be/actu-auto/nouveaute/lynk-co-zero-ev-800-v-700-km.html |publisher=Le Moniteur automobile}} its shooting brake design is similar to the Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo and it features a similar front end as Lynk & Co models. The 001 is claimed to be the world's first mass-produced EV shooting brake.{{Cite web |title=ZEEKR {{!}} Pure Electric Vehicle Brand |url=https://zeekrglobal.com/article/1/ |access-date=2023-10-03 |website=zeekrglobal.com}}
The 001 went on sale in Europe in 2023.{{Cite web |author=Scooter Doll |date=10 January 2022 |title=Zeekr announces huge delivery goals for 2022, plans for EU expansion in early 2023 |url=https://electrek.co/2022/01/10/zeekr-announces-huge-delivery-goals-for-2022-plans-for-eu-expansion-in-early-2023/ |access-date=10 August 2022 |website=Electrek |language=en-US}}
File:2022 Zeekr 001 (rear).jpg|Rear view
File:Zeekr 001 interior.jpg|Interior
= Performance =
The top-tier Zeekr 001 variant features dual electric motors on the front and rear axles, delivering a combined output of {{convert|536|hp|kW PS|abbr=on}} and {{convert|700|Nm|lbft|abbr=on|sigfig=3}} of torque. It accelerates from {{convert|0-100|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} in 3.8 seconds, reaches a top speed of over {{convert|200|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}, and has a sustained maximum power output of {{convert|177|hp|kW PS|abbr=on}} for 30 minutes.{{Cite web |author=Robin Grant|date=19 October 2021|title=Zeekr 001: la "Polestar" cinese di Lynk & Co è bella e prodotta nella "Zeekr Intelligent Factory"|url=https://www.quotidianomotori.com/automobili/volvo/zeekr-001/|website=Quotidiano Motori |access-date=4 February 2023|language=it}}
Zeekr claims the 001 can achieve a range of up to {{convert|700|km|mi|0|abbr=on}} on a full charge, with its charging system providing {{convert|120|km|mi|abbr=on}} of range in just five minutes.{{cite web|url=https://www.topgear.com.ph/news/car-news/2021-zeekr-001-launch-a962-20210419| title=Geely wants to do away with 'dull' EVS with the Zeekr 001| publisher=topgear.com.ph| date=19 April 2021| author=Drei Laurel }} In 2023, a special edition limited to 1,000 units was released, equipped with a 140 kWh CATL Qilin battery, enabling a range of up to {{convert|1000|km|mi|0|abbr=on}}.{{Cite web |title=Zeekr gives its 001 the CATL Qilin battery |url=https://www.electrive.com/2023/01/04/zeekr-gives-its-001-the-catl-qilin-battery/ |author=Carrie Hampel |date=4 January 2023 |access-date=4 February 2023 |website=electrive.com |language=en-US}}
= 2023 model =
In January 2023, the upgraded 2023 model Zeekr 001 has been announced. The 2023 model replaced the Japanese Denso motors with Chinese VREMT motors. VREMT (Viridi E-Mobility Technology) is a subsidiary of Zeekr's parent company Geely.{{cite web | last=Akhtar | first=Riz | title=Volvo parent Geely reveals 600kW EV charging technology | website=The Driven | date=2022-09-14 | url=https://thedriven.io/2022/09/14/volvo-parent-geely-reveals-600kw-ev-charging-technology/ | access-date=2024-01-06}}{{cite web | title=Geely subsidiary Viridi E-mobility develops 600 kW supercharging technology | website=Automotive Technology Insight | date=2022-09-15 | url=https://autotechinsight.ihsmarkit.com/news/5267774/geely-subsidiary-viridi-e-mobility-develops-600-kw-supercharging-technology | access-date=2024-01-06}} Upgraded Zeekr 001 offers an option for 140 kWh CATL Qilin batteries, with a maximum range that can exceed 1,000 kilometers. {{Cite web |last=Liang |first=Ivan Choy Ewi |date=2023-01-02 |title=2023 Zeekr 001 正式发布：取消日本电产电机、可选配宁德时代麒麟电池！ |url=https://www.automachi.com/2023/01/2023-zeekr-001-debut-china/ |access-date=2023-10-03 |website=automachi.com |language=en-US}}
= 2024 model =
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In February 2024, the Zeekr 001 underwent a significant update, adopting an exterior design inspired by the 001 FR performance variant revealed earlier. The interior system features the Zeekr OS 6.0 system, a 15.05 inch 2.5K OLED centre screen and a 35.5 inch AR-HUD. The platform now supports 800V high voltage charging system with battery options including a 95 kWh and 100 kWh battery. Ranges could go up to 675km, 705km, and 750km based on different trim levels.{{cite web|url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/202402/1293639.html|title=售26.9-32.9万元 新款极氪001正式上市|publisher=autohome.com.cn|author=Xiaodan Zhang|date=2024-02-27}} The model was shown to reach 546 kW charging speed at a Zeekr V3 Supercharger.{{cite web|url=https://insideevs.com/news/715042/2024-zeekr-001-charging-speed/|title=Zeekr 001 EV Charges From 10 To 80% In Under 12 Minutes|publisher=Inside EVs|author=Iulian Dnistran|date=2024-04-05}}
= 2025 model =
In August 2024, just six months after the release of the 2024 model, Zeekr introduced the 2025 model, featuring Geely's advanced Haohan Smart Driving 2.0 system, which offers significantly improved autonomous driving capabilities. The hardware of Haohan Smart Driving 2.0 consists of 1 lidar, 12 high-definition cameras, 5 millimeter wave radars and 12 ultrasonic radars. The autonomous driving chip is upgraded from the dual EyeQ5H of Mobileye, which has only 48Tops of computing power, to dual Nvidia OrinX, which has 508Tops of computing power.{{Cite web |title=2025款极氪001、极氪007新车发布 起售价分别为25.90万元和20.99万元-新华网 |url=http://www.xinhuanet.com/auto/20240814/4631c99f161347858bb2b1159f86c200/c.html |access-date=2024-08-19 |website=www.xinhuanet.com}}
Frequent vehicle model updates — with nearly three major improvements within a year — have led to strong protests from existing car owners following the launch of the 2025 model. In response to the backlash, the comment function was disabled during the live stream of the new model's launch event.{{Cite web |title=极氪"一年磨三剑"引争议，车圈"背刺"为何常态化？ |url=https://m.thepaper.cn/newsDetail_forward_28454799 |access-date=2024-08-19 |website=m.thepaper.cn}}
Some car owners escalated their protests by entering Zeekr's headquarters, demanding compensation.{{Cite web |title=突发！老车主冲进总部大楼维权，极氪半年改款两次引争议 |url=https://www.sohu.com/a/800847746_742622 |access-date=2024-08-19 |website=www.sohu.com |language=en}} Zeekr rejected requests to upgrade older vehicles to the new Haohan system, citing hardware incompatibility. The company explained that the Haohan system and the older Mobileye solution differ significantly in chip architecture, system control, and wiring layout, making hardware upgrades unfeasible. However, Zeekr assured owners that the Mobileye system would continue receiving software updates.{{Cite web |date=2024-08-12 |title=极氪老车主很伤心，新款001发布5个月，又要改款 |url=https://finance.sina.com.cn/wm/2024-08-12/doc-incikvph9442815.shtml |access-date=2024-08-19 |website=finance.sina.com.cn}}{{Cite web |date=2024-08-15 |title=半年改款两次惹争议！极氪老车主维权上热搜，紧急回应来了 |url=https://finance.sina.com.cn/stock/zqgd/2024-08-15/doc-incismen1949440.shtml |access-date=2024-08-19 |website=finance.sina.com.cn}}
= Safety =
{{Euro NCAP|year=2024|description=Zeekr 001 Long Range RWD (LHD)|reference=https://cdn.euroncap.com/media/82662/euroncap-2024-zeekr-001-datasheet.pdf|reference_name=Zeekr 001 2024 Test Results|overall_stars=5|adult_points=35.9|adult_percent=89|child_points=43.5|child_percent=88|pedestrian_points=53|pedestrian_percent=84|safety_points=15.1|safety_percent=83}}
Zeekr 001 FR
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In September 2023, Zeekr unveiled the 001 FR (Future Road), a limited-edition performance model equipped with quad electric motors delivering a total of {{convert|1248|hp|kW PS|abbr=on}}.{{cite web |last1=Mihalascu |first1=Dan |title=Zeekr 001 FR Debuts As 1,265-HP Quad-Motor Rival For Model S Plaid |url=https://insideevs.com/news/684767/zeekr-001-fr-debuts-1265-hp-quad-motor-rival-model-s-plaid/ |website=insideevs.com |access-date=3 September 2023|date=1 September 2023}} The car features track-level brakes and suspension, carbon fiber components, and a "tank turn" mode. Built on an 800V platform, it is powered by a 100 kWh CATL Qilin battery. Zeekr announced plans to produce 99 units per month.{{cite web |last1=Opletal |first1=Jiri |title=Zeekr 001 FR launched with 1,247 hp. 0-100 km/h in 2.07 seconds, can perform tank turn |url=https://carnewschina.com/2023/09/01/zeekr-001-fr-launched-with-1247-hp-0-100-km-h-in-2-07-seconds-can-perform-tank-turn/ |website=carnewschina.com |access-date=3 September 2023|date=1 September 2023}}
Guinness World Records
The Zeekr 001 has achieved two world records.{{cite web |last=Randall |first=Chris |date=2022-08-22 |title=Geely takes two Guinness records |url=https://www.electrive.com/2022/08/22/geely-takes-two-guinness-records/ |access-date=2024-01-06 |website=electrive.com}} The first is for the fastest drift by an electric vehicle, reaching a speed of {{convert|208|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}.{{cite web |last=Spînu |first=Florina |date=2022-08-18 |title=All-Electric Zeekr 001 Breaks Not One, But Two Guinness World Records |url=https://www.autoevolution.com/news/all-electric-zeekr-001-breaks-not-one-but-two-guinness-world-records-196348.html |access-date=2024-01-06 |website=autoevolution}}{{cite web |date=2022-08-19 |title=Zeekr 001 Breaks Two Guinness World Records |url=https://www.koreaittimes.com/news/articleView.html?idxno=115298 |access-date=2024-01-06 |website=Korea IT Times |language=ko}} The second is for the fastest slalom by an electric vehicle, completing 50 cones in 49.05 seconds.{{cite web |last=Edelstein |first=Stephen |date=2022-08-19 |title=China's Zeekr sets Guinness records for fastest drift, fastest electric slalom |url=https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1136868_china-s-zeekr-sets-guinness-records-for-fastest-drift-fastest-electric-slalom |access-date=2024-01-06 |website=Motor Authority}}
Sales
2,012 units were sold in more than 150 cities across China during the first full month of production in November 2021, with 199 additional units during October 2021. The company stated its plan to ramp up production during 2022 with a target of 70,000 vehicles,{{Cite web |title=Zeekr Target: 70,000 EV Sales In 2022 Before Expansion To Europe |url=https://insideevs.com/news/559799/zeekr-target-70000-sales-2022/ |author=Mark Kane |date=10 January 2022 |access-date=4 February 2023 |website=InsideEVs |language=en}} and continuing to prioritize local market customers ahead of a global roll-out in 2023.
| class="wikitable"
|+ ! rowspan="2" |Year ! colspan="2" |China |
| 001
!001 FR |
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| 2022
| rowspan="2" |{{Em dash}} |
| 2023 |
| 2024 |
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