Zeekr 8X Finalized: 3.1-Second 0-100 km/h Plug-in Hybrid SUV, Launching in 2026

The Zeekr 8X has received final approval from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) and is expected to launch in the first half of 2026, with a starting price of approximately RMB 400,000. Built on the SEA-S super hybrid electric architecture, the vehicle is positioned as a high-performance flagship SUV and will be offered in both five- and six-seat configurations. It measures 5,100 mm in length, 1,998 mm in width, and 1,780 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,069 mm. Powering the Zeekr 8X is a 2.0T plug-in hybrid system featuring thermal efficiency exceeding 44%. The tri-motor variant delivers a combined output of 1,030 kW and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.1 seconds, while the dual-motor version achieves the same sprint in 4.8 seconds. Two battery options are available—55.1 kWh and 70 kWh—offering a maximum CLTC pure-electric range of 380 km and a combined range exceeding 1,000 km. The vehicle supports 900V high-voltage fast charging, capable of adding 500 km of range in just 15 minutes. Standard across all trims are a roof-mounted LiDAR sensor, dual NVIDIA DRIVE Thor chips, and the SEA Intelligent Driving 2.0 system. Additional features include an AI-powered digital chassis, dual-chamber air suspension, and an intelligent anti-slip system. Key competitors include the Li Auto L9, Aito M8, and the long-wheelbase BMW X5L.