Best Electric Newcomer
ZEEKR X Electric
The Zeekr X is built on the same platform and shares the same powertrain as the Volvo EX30 and Smart #1, but it looks distinctly futuristic. Unlock the car and covers retract to reveal a niche for opening the doors. This minimalist theme continues inside, with little joysticks replacing buttons on the steering wheel. Other unique goodies include a fridge that cools, freezes and warms, plus a Rest mode that reclines the driver’s seat and plays relaxing tunes.
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Reviews
 
Test drove it today, car is very responsive and finishing is good but fall under cat b for such small car... Audio system was good and as usual as other china made car, many tech inside.Was serve by sale assistance Eugenia and she was fantastic
 
This car is the future, much better than the old and overpriced Euro brands with dinosaur tech. The display is fast and snappy, I think they used high end chips to power it.
 
Test drove the X in RWD variant and my observations and review as below.Likes- Mimalist interior with luxury material touches especially on the doors, seats, dashboards & steering wheel- Responsive touchscreen and easy to use IU- Design is rather unique amongst EV competitors especially from the front & rear- Electric seats were quiet & smooth comes with ventilated seats- Drive was smooth and powerful enough with stable handling due to SEA platform similar in Volvo EX30- First car I've tested with Yamaha speakers system!Dislikes- The design language from the side looks disproportionate, it's almost like an Opel Mokka- Boot space is rather small before folding- Panaromic roof but no auto blind/shades, includes a foldable shade though- Overpriced and price package not attractive enough for adopters of this new brandAt the price point of almost $200k (time of writing), this must be the most overpriced EV in S'pore. Besides the luxury cabin interior nothing else about it can compete with German brands EV or even it's sister brand Volvo & Polestar. A reasonable and considerable price I recommend will range from $170 (RWD) ~$190 (AWD).I do praise the new showroom that gives off a luxury and energetic feel accompanied with the free design desserts that's reminiscent of Lexus's servicing.
Verdict
Amidst a swathe of new brands in Singapore (and most of them Chinese EV makers), how does a newcomer (also a Chinese EV brand) stand out?

Well, one way is to purposefully position yourself above the competition - which is what Zeekr is doing.

The Zeekr X is the first model offered in Singapore, and it's a clear statement of intent. Built on the same shared underpinnings as the Volvo EX30 and Smart #1 (two other Geely-owned brands), the Zeekr X has an immediate sense of mechanical quality to it.

While straight-line performance is to be expected, the Zeekr X also delivers on-road sophistication to match its premium positioning. Quiet and supple on the go, the Zeekr X makes for a relaxed driving experience.

Another aspect that Zeekr looks to set itself apart is on the design front - bold, crisp exterior surfaces combine with a distinctive front light signature to create a distinctive look.

Inside, premium materials and high-quality finishing immediately elevate the sense of perceived quality. The car is expectedly chock-full of technology and features, but the execution of the user interface is thoughtful and well-considered. For example, the on-board camera has an auto-recording function, which negates the need for a third-party dash cam.

But the Zeekr X also has some playfulness to it, such as the ability to meow like a cat or use a built-in microphone to talk to people outside of the car.

In a highly competitive segment with so many other electric crossover choices, the Zeekr X stands out by delivering a raised level of quality (and a healthy dose of personality) at an attractive and competitive price point. And that's why it's our Best Electric Newcomer.