2026 Zeekr X undercuts rivals with sub-$49K driveaway price
The updated 2026 Zeekr X arrives in May with driveaway pricing from $48,900, up to 50kW more power across both variants and a significantly expanded standard equipment list.
Rob Leigh
Key takeaways
- 2026 Zeekr X starts from $48,900 drive-away, down from $49,900 plus on-roads
- Both RWD and AWD variants gain 50kW more power for 2026
- RWD gets faster 230kW DC charging, 10-80% in around 18 minutes
Zeekr has repriced and upgraded the 2026 Zeekr X small electric SUV for Australia with both variants now cheaper than before on a drive-away basis and arriving in showrooms in May.
The RWD model opens at $48,900 drive-away, while the dual-motor AWD comes in at $57,900 drive-away. The previous MY25 range was priced at $49,900 and $62,900 respectively, before on-road costs - making the AWD in particular a substantially better deal.
Both variants gain 50kW of additional peak power. The RWD now produces 250kW and hits 100km/h in 5.6 seconds, while the AWD combines dual motors for a total of 365kW and a claimed 3.7-second sprint.
2026 Zeekr X pricing
| Model | Drive-away price |
| 2026 Zeekr X RWD | $48,900 |
| 2026 Zeekr X AWD | $57,900 |
Specs and performance
| Specification | Zeekr X RWD | Zeekr X AWD |
| Power | 250kW | 365kW |
| 0-100km/h | 5.6 sec | 3.7 sec |
| Battery | 61kWh LFP | 66kWh NMC |
| WLTP range | 405km | 415km |
| Max DC charge | 230kW | 150kW |
| Max AC charge | 11kW | 22kW |
| 10-80% DC charge | ~18 min | ~30 min |
The RWD's upgrade is headlined by Zeekr's new 'Golden Battery' LFP chemistry with Cell-to-Pack architecture, borrowed from the larger 7X. DC fast-charging capability jumps from 150kW to 230kW, cutting the 10-80% charge time from around 30 minutes to 18. AC charging also improves across both variants - the RWD moves from 7.2kW to 11kW, and the AWD doubles from 11kW to 22kW.
Both models now include a 13-speaker Yamaha sound system, heated front and rear seats, massaging front seats (AWD only), and capacitive steering wheel controls as standard. The AWD also adds a temperature-controlled onboard fridge and a 24.3-inch augmented reality head-up display.
Pre-order incentives and trade-in offers
Zeekr is supporting the May launch with pre-order offers valid until May 31. These include a complimentary 7kW home charger, free premium exterior and interior colour choices, automatic doors, plus two additional years of warranty and roadside assistance on top of the standard five-year/unlimited-kilometre cover.
Current Zeekr X owners can access $3,000 trade-in support toward a new model or $3,000 in additional purchase support.
Service intervals tighten to 12 months or 20,000km (down from 24 months/40,000km), with capped-price servicing available for up to eight years. The RWD costs $2,662 over five years; the AWD, $3,072.
The five-star ANCAP rating from 2024 testing is expected to carry over for the updated model.
For buyers weighing up compact electric SUVs around the $50K mark, the 2026 Zeekr X is hard to ignore on paper.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the 2026 Zeekr X cost in Australia?
The 2026 Zeekr X is priced from $48,900 drive-away for the RWD and $57,900 drive-away for the AWD. Both prices are all-inclusive with no additional on-road costs.
What is the range of the 2026 Zeekr X?
The RWD variant has a WLTP-rated range of 405km, while the AWD offers 415km. The RWD supports faster DC charging at up to 230kW, reaching 10-80% in around 18 minutes.
When does the 2026 Zeekr X go on sale in Australia?
The 2026 Zeekr X is due in Australian showrooms in May 2026. Pre-order incentives including a free 7kW home charger are available until May 31.
