Zeekr 8X: 1,381 HP and 10,000 orders in half an hour

The Chinese brand Zeekr has brought the 8X hybrid to market, and it immediately drew attention not only because of its specifications, but also due to strong demand. Within the first 30 minutes after sales began, more than 10,000 orders were placed, and around 95% of them were for the highest trims.

The main reason for the hype is its technical specifications. The top trim is equipped with a three-motor powertrain producing 1,030 kW, which is equivalent to 1,381 HP. Acceleration from 0–100 km/h takes only 2.96 seconds – a level typical of supercars, not family SUVs.

At the same time, the Zeekr 8X is not a fully electric vehicle, but a plug-in hybrid. It combines a 2.0 L turbocharged engine with an electric system based on a 900 V architecture. The battery, with a capacity of up to 70 kWh, provides up to 410 km of electric range and a total range of up to 1,400 km.

Charging speed deserves special attention. Thanks to the 6C system, the battery can be charged from 20% to 80% in around 9 minutes – one of the best results in the industry.

The size also corresponds to the class: the length is 5,100 mm, and the wheelbase is 3,069 mm. This is a large full-size SUV designed not only for performance, but also for comfort.

Prices start from 329,800 yuan (around $45,800) and go up to 473,800 yuan ($65,800).

The Zeekr 8X story clearly illustrates a current trend: Chinese brands are no longer catching up with the market – they are setting the pace, offering a combination of power, technology, and pricing that until recently seemed impossible.