Zeekr 7GT Electric Sedan Launched in Greece, Pre-Orders Open in Israel
The Zeekr 7GT, initially named 007GT, is a shooting brake variant of the 007 model, first shown in late 2023 with the GT version unveiled in January 2024. Built on Geely's SEA 3 platform, also used by the Zeekr 7X and Smart #5, it competes with vehicles like the Tesla Model 3, XPeng P7+, and Hyundai Ioniq 6. The author participated in the launch drive event in Greece. While the 7GT is available for pre-order in Israel, first deliveries are not expected until November.
The 7GT's design language shows similarities to the 7X, particularly in its sharp front end and narrow rear lights. The profile is a notable feature, with a distinctive rear pillar treatment on the shooting brake body style. Dimensions place it below the 001, with a 10 cm shorter wheelbase at 2.90 meters. Its overall length is 4.81 meters, width 1.91 meters, and height 1.46 meters, positioning it as a "managerial" shooting brake rather than a large sedan like the 001.
Inside, the cabin echoes the 7X, featuring a curved 13-inch instrument cluster and a 15.4-inch floating central multimedia screen, along with a somewhat square steering wheel. The central console and door designs are also noted. Material quality and assembly are high, with rich equipment. The electric steering wheel adjustment is standard on the LR version, while the top-tier Krypton trim adds full electric doors with obstacle detection. Rear passenger space is good, and the panoramic roof is said to insulate heat well, with a strong air conditioning system.
The cargo area offers 456 liters of space, with underfloor storage (no spare tire) and a hook on the tailgate. The front trunk (frunk) has 65 liters or 32 liters in the all-wheel-drive version. Three powertrain options are available: a 421 hp version with a 75 kWh battery offering 519 km of range, and a Long Range version with a 97 kWh battery, advertised at 655 km but delivering around 500 km in real-world testing, which the author deemed excellent given the demanding driving conditions.
Fast charging is impressive, with rates of 450 kW for the smaller battery and 420 kW for the larger one, allowing 10-80% charge in 11-15 minutes. The author experienced this firsthand in Greece. The high-performance Krypton version boasts 646 hp, a 3.4-second 0-100 km/h time, upgraded Brembo brakes, and air suspension. However, the author preferred the rear-wheel-drive version for its more engaging handling, noting that while the Krypton is powerful, it feels heavier. The rear-wheel-drive variant allows for tail-happy driving when traction control is managed, and its brakes provide good feedback.
Despite its strengths, the 7GT has areas for improvement. The adaptive cruise control can be abrupt and struggles with lane changes even with turn signals activated, though an OTA update is planned. Road noise insulation could be better, and some human-machine interface elements, like operating the glove box and climate vents via the touchscreen, are not ideal. Under heavy load and weight transfer, the standard suspension shows limitations, though this is beyond typical driving conditions. Overall, the Zeekr 7GT is presented as a stylish, practical, well-equipped, and technologically advanced electric GT capable of comfortable and fast long-distance travel.
