Zeekr X gets faster: 18 minutes at the plug and a stronger top version

A. Krivonosov

The updated Zeekr X keeps its €37,990 starting price in Europe but gains a 61 kWh LFP Golden Battery, 230 kW DC fast charging and up to 496 hp.

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Zeekr has updated its compact electric crossover X, focusing not on a styling refresh but on the technology. The model gets faster charging, a power boost and a reworked cabin, while the entry price in Europe stays the same — €37,990.

The headline change is the new Golden Battery in the Long Range version. It is a 61 kWh LFP pack integrated into a 400-volt architecture. Peak DC charging reaches 230 kW, with a 10 to 80 percent top-up taking 18 minutes. For an everyday EV that matters more than rare records: less time at the fast charger and easier long trips.

Zeekr says its in-house Golden Battery combines improved chemistry with an optimised management system. The goal is to preserve battery life, allow high charging speeds and avoid moving to a costlier 800-volt setup. In Europe, where fast-charger availability varies by country, that approach may prove more practical than simply fitting a bigger battery.

The Long Range and Privilege versions also gain 50 kW of power. The top Privilege remains the only all-wheel-drive model and now develops up to 365 kW, or 496 hp. The 0 to 100 km/h sprint takes 3.7 seconds, with top speed capped at 180 km/h. WLTP range, depending on version, runs from 330 to 415 km, with consumption of 16.3–17.4 kWh per 100 km.

For buyers this highlights the gap between flashy performance and real-world range: the top Zeekr X is very quick, but choosing a trim still comes down to how you actually drive and where you charge near home or the office.

The cabin has changed too. There is a new centre console, more storage, and dual wireless charging for phones and other devices. The boot grows by 47 litres to 404 litres. The rear bench gains a ski hatch for longer items.

The updated Zeekr X is not a cheap electric crossover, but its upgrades hit the most sensitive points of EV ownership: time at the plug, range, cabin practicality and the sense that the car will not feel dated the moment you buy it.