Driving the Zeekr X SUV – a small premium electrified SUV, a relatively new Chinese brand released last October. Part of the Geely group that also owns Volvo, Polestar, and Lotus. Zeekr a rather unusual Chinese brand with its global design operations based in Gothenburg Sweden. As such the European design influence on the Zeekr X is immediately apparent – this is a compact SUV with a premium feel in fit and finishes – the integration of the lights into the front of car individual and distinctive – Two models RWD and AWD, I drove the latter at $64,900 plus on-road costs. Step inside and you’re met with exceptional quality and an ambience that’s warm, inviting and different. Seat comfort immediately noticeable, power adjustment on both front seats – event the synthetic leather trim looks quality and authentic. The AWD comes with dual electric motors fed by a 66kWh battery producing a lightning quick 0 to 100km in just 3.8 seconds Highly equipped with wireless phone charging, power heated and cooled front seats and a panoramic glass roof. Worst feature, a large central touchscreen, and no operational buttons for aircon or radio. But certainly, the most impressive Chinese electric SUV I’ve driven to date. Drive detail next. I’m David Berthon

IMAGE CREDIT / Zeekr Australia

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