The Zeekr 8X is a plug-in hybrid full-size luxury SUV to be produced Zeekr. After being officially teased and confirmed, the Zeekr 8X was revealed through official documents on 8 January 2026. It is the brand's second plug-in hybrid vehicle, following the larger 9X.[1]
Overview
The 8X uses Zeekr's design language also used in the 9X and 009, featuring a large waterfall-grille in the front available in chrome or body color, split headlight design and a dual-layer taillight design.
It shares its 275 hp 2.0-liter inline-four turbocharged engine with the 9X, as well as the SEA Hybrid (Haohan Hybrid) system which is expected to use a 70 kWh battery back for exceptional range and fast charging.[2][3]
The Zeekr 8X entered pre-sales in China in March 2026 as a plug-in hybrid full-size luxury SUV positioned below the larger 9X. It is offered with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine and either dual- or triple-motor electric powertrains, with the highest-output version rated at 1,030 kW (1,381 hp). The model measures 5,100 mm in length with a 3,069 mm wheelbase, and reported battery options include 55.1 kWh and 70 kWh packs.[4]
References
- Dong Yi Chen. Zeekr 8X plug-in hybrid SUV key parameters exposed: 275 hp 2.0T engine, 70 kWh battery, 5.1 meters length CarNewsChina.com, 8 January 2026, retrieved 8 January 2026^
- Yuan Qing. https://www.ithome.com/0/911/687.htm ITHome, 8 January 2026, retrieved 8 January 2026^
- Chen Guo. https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/202601/1311675.html#pvareaid=102624 汽车之家, 8 January 2026, retrieved 8 January 2026^
- Zeekr 8X 2027: 1,381 hp Triple-Motor PHEV SUV Starts at $54,609 and Hits 62 mph in 2.96 Seconds Panorica.com, 27 March 2026, retrieved 27 March 2026^