Is the Zeekr X the better Volvo EX30 ?

This is our in-depth review of the Zeekr (compact EV SUV and sister model to the Volvo EX30 and Smart #1). We're taking a look at Exterior, Interior and technology.

00:00 Zeekr X the better Volvo EX30?
01:34 Length, RWD vs AWD
02:29 Battery, range and recharging
03:06 Rear and lighting signatures
03:59 Interior: key and doors
04:50 Steering and seat comfort
06:50 Cockpit and user interface
08:08 Rear seats
09:59 Trunk / boot
10:49 Geely's strategy

#Zeekr #ZeekrX

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00:00 Zeekr X the better Volvo EX30?
01:34 Length, RWD vs AWD
02:29 Battery, range and recharging
03:06 Rear and lighting signatures
03:59 Interior: key and doors
04:50 Steering and seat comfort
06:50 Cockpit and user interface
08:08 Rear seats
09:59 Trunk / boot
10:49 Geely's strategy

#Zeekr #ZeekrX

Transparency note: Autogefühl videos are independent and free from editorial influence on opinion and rating. But since manufacturers enable us to do the reviews in the first place, for legal reasons this video is marked as _advertisement_.

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European EV manufactures can't compete with this . Luxury for the price is unmatched . Compare this with the spartan ID.3, it's totally different ball game.

[yufei]

You need to see the 4 seats version with automatic doors. It has more features like Zero-Gravity Recliner mode for Passenger seat. And the center console is a exchangeable module inclusive fridge.

[dr.andersonsghost]

The design has a certain ineffable magnetism to it. I can't take my eyes off the car, and the more I look, the more I like it.

[jonathantaylor]

Oh my gosh...!
Whilst I'm not a fan of oversized, resource-wasteful SUVs, even I'd not turn this one down...!
WOW - what a fantastic-looking design and the technology is next-level...
Great 'exclusive' walk-around, Thomas - always love your no-BS presentation style...! 😎

[subzeroarctics]

The color scheme with that gold/bronze detail is gorgeous. I almost want it just for that. Unless they cut some major corners beneath the surface, I can’t see how all those premium details will be profitable for the company.

[TBCreative-]

I absolutely love this car and wish we’d get it in the U.S. I think it’s even better than the EX30. Although I really want the Cross Country trim, I hate the lack of driver’s screen/HUD and glass roof (give me a sunroof I can open!). The Zeekr give me more of what I expect, along with beefy styling, even without an off-road trim. The standard EX30 looks more wimpy, compared to this. This Zeekr seems like a home run, whereas the EX is maybe a triple…
Thanks for another great review! I’ve enjoyed watching your thorough, informative reviews for a few years, now.

[DaveDVideoMaker]

The first two European countries that will get Zeekr are Sweden and the Netherlands.

[troyboy]

This looks like a cracking car, nice touches and decent, solid package

[siasek]

This is a truly gorgeous car, both outside and inside... at first glance from your video I like it better than the EX30, I'm very pleasantly surprised myself.😀

[neilrobinson]

Looks much nicer inside than the EX30. Very Impressive

[global_nomad.]

looking forward to seeing you drive these in house siblings together so the dynamic differences can also be assessed.

[gery]

I am really impressed by ZEEKR. Come ON European brands, hurry up, Chines EV are coming, and are better than
Can't wait for the driving test !! 😍

[wandrlut]

I quite like it! The interior is a bit of a miss for me. I think the Volvo's looks a bit more stylish and classier. I also love how Volvo lights the cabin over Zeekr in this case. But I really like the modular look of the exterior. I'd consider it if it came to the US!

[Nabilllllll]

Another sister car to this Zeekr X and the Ex30 is the Smart #1. All were built on top of the Geely SEA platform.

[goldmindguru]

This cost 28000 USD in China, I am planning to order one! Excellent Car for the coming modern era!

[SDav]

Honestly the Chinese carmakers are making some amazing stuff. Their cars have such great build quality and materials. The Chery Tiggo 8 7 seat small SUV has better interior material and build quality than the Mercedes GLB which is more than double the price.

[PythosianMan]

This looks a great contender, I wonder if Zeekr will ever come to South Africa :P thanks for always doing these first looks, Thomas, you're a paragon of car reviewers :)

If possible, with your first impressions, if you could mention of the car has V2L capability, that would be most helpful.

May the force be with you ;) hope you've tried Andor recently... Only stellar star wars to come out of Disney since Rogue One :P

[johnmansfield]

Yes, it is better. Hopefully this comes to the UK soon and is priced competitively.

[literv]

Isn't this rather a smart #1&#3 then volvo ex30 segment competitor? As the smarts are already both out in people's driveways.

All are also being built on this same geely fully open sourced sea ev platform. With similar packs&motors between them.
This zeekr 01 having started deliveries in mid June in China. The ex30 though is month's away still at a minimum. 👍🏻