Explore the Zeekr 8X PHEV – an SUV rivaling Ford Explorer, with a 328 km electric‑only range and a version delivering Lamborghini power. Learn more now!
Chinese automaker Zeekr has revealed its upcoming flagship SUV, the Zeekr 8X PHEV, slated for a 2026 launch. Positioned between the larger 9X and the soon‑to‑appear 7X, the 8X aims to blend premium design with cutting‑edge electrified performance.
Bold, Square‑Shaped Design
The 8X adopts Zeekr’s signature modern aesthetic – a sharp, rectangular silhouette highlighted by slim daytime running lights, high‑tech headlamps and sculpted body panels that convey a substantial road presence. Both five‑seat and six‑seat layouts will be offered to suit varying family needs.
Dimensions That Match the Ford Explorer
Measuring 5,100 mm long, 1,998 mm wide with a 3,069 mm wheelbase, the 8X sits in the same size class as the popular Ford Explorer sold in Vietnam and other markets.
Powertrain: Plug‑in Hybrid and Pure‑Electric Options
The plug‑in hybrid version pairs a 2.0‑litre gasoline engine delivering 275 hp with an electric motor powered by a 70 kWh battery pack. Zeekr claims the electric motor can propel the vehicle up to 328 km on pure electricity alone, eliminating the need for fuel over most daily drives.
The pure‑electric variant – still under wraps – is expected to share the 9X’s high‑output drivetrain, potentially featuring three electric motors and a total output around 1,381 hp, rivaling the power of a Lamborghini Urus.
SEA‑S Platform and Advanced Tech
The 8X is built on Zeekr’s new SEA‑S architecture, optimised for high‑performance hybrid and electric models. The platform supports large battery integration, robust electric drivetrains and a suite of driver‑assist technologies. Early images also show a lidar sensor mounted on the roof, hinting at advanced autonomous‑driving capabilities from day one.
Market Plans
Zeekr will initially launch the 8X PHEV in China in 2026, with potential expansion to other markets thereafter. Its combination of a sizable SUV footprint, impressive electric‑only range and high‑power options positions it as a standout plug‑in hybrid in an era where consumers increasingly seek flexible, low‑emission mobility.
Stay tuned for more details as Zeekr prepares to bring the 8X to showrooms worldwide.