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Zeekr 7GT electric sports wagon confirmed for Australia before end of 2026

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Zeekr will add a new electric sports wagon to its Australian line-up before the end of 2026, with the Zeekr 7GT confirmed for a local launch during the fourth quarter. That means the 7GT is due to make its Australian debut between October and December 2026, while first customer deliveries are expected to begin in the first quarter of 2027. The new model will give Zeekr an alternative to the electric SUVs that currently dominate the Australian EV market, combining a low-waggon body with long-range battery options and high-performance versions.

Australian buyers will be offered three variants:

  • Zeekr 7GT RWD

  • Zeekr 7GT Long Range RWD

  • Zeekr 7GT Performance AWD

Australian pricing has not yet been announced.

That means there is currently no confirmed local manufacturer list price, drive-away price, promotional offer or finance-dependent deal for the 7GT.

Any price estimates based on overseas markets should therefore be treated as speculation until Zeekr Australia publishes official figures.

Zeekr 7GT Australian specifications

Zeekr has confirmed a mix of rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive versions for Australia.

Variant

Drivetrain

Power

Torque

Battery

WLTP range

0–100 km/h

7GT RWD

Rear-wheel drive

335 kW

520 Nm

75 kWh LFP

525 km

5.2 sec

7GT Long Range RWD

Rear-wheel drive

335 kW

520 Nm

100 kWh NMC

670 km

5.0 sec

7GT Performance AWD

All-wheel drive

500kW

790 Nm

100 kWh NMC

590 km

3.1 sec

These Australian figures are important because earlier European-market versions of the 7GT were reported with lower outputs.

The Australian rear-wheel-drive variants are confirmed with 335 kW, while the flagship Performance AWD increases output to 500 kW.

Long Range RWD offers up to 670 km.

For buyers prioritising distance between charges, the Long Range RWD will be the standout model.

It uses a 100 kWh nickel-manganese-cobalt battery and carries a claimed 670 km WLTP range.

The entry RWD uses a smaller 75 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery and is rated at 525 km WLTP.

The Performance AWD also receives the larger 100 kWh battery, but its extra motor and higher performance reduce the claimed range to 590 km WLTP.

As always, WLTP figures are laboratory-based.

Actual Australian driving range will depend on factors including speed, temperature, road conditions, tyre choice, vehicle load and climate-control use.

Performance AWD makes 500 kW.

The most powerful version of the Australian range will be the Zeekr 7GT Performance AWD.

Its dual-motor powertrain produces a combined 500 kW and 790 Nm, with Zeekr claiming a 0–100 km/h time of just 3.1 seconds.

That places the 7GT firmly in high-performance EV territory.

The rear-wheel-drive versions are considerably less extreme but still produce a substantial 335 kW and 520 Nm.

Zeekr claims 0–100 km/h in 5.2 seconds for the standard RWD and 5.0 seconds for the Long Range RWD.

For buyers comparing Zeekr's current Australian line-up, AussieMotor already covers the brand's existing models, including the Zeekr 7X, which takes a more traditional SUV approach.

Ultra-fast charging is another headline feature

The 7GT uses an 800-volt electrical architecture, allowing very high DC charging speeds.

Zeekr says the Long Range RWD and Performance AWD can support charging at up to 420 kW.

Under suitable conditions, the larger-battery models are claimed to complete a 10–80 per cent charge in around 15 minutes.

The smaller-battery RWD is claimed to achieve the same 10–80 per cent charge in approximately 11 minutes.

Those are impressive laboratory-style charging figures, but actual performance will depend on several factors.

Battery temperature, state of charge and the maximum output available from the public charging station can all affect charging speed.

Finding a charger capable of delivering more than 400kW can also be difficult compared with the more common 150kW and 350kW public chargers currently available in Australia.

What is the Zeekr 7GT?

The 7GT is best described as an electric waggon or shooting brake.

Rather than using the tall body of an SUV, it combines a low roofline with a long five-door body and practical rear cargo area.

It measures approximately:

  • 4817 mm long

  • 1910 mm wide

  • 1456 mm high

  • 2900 mm wheelbase

Cargo capacity is around 456 litres behind the rear seats, increasing to approximately 1390 litres with them folded.

Rear-wheel-drive variants also include a 65-litre front storage compartment, while the AWD version has a smaller 32-litre front boot.

That packaging separates the 7GT from the taller Zeekr 7X and makes it one of the relatively few electric wagons available to Australian buyers.

Interior focuses heavily on technology

The 7GT's cabin is built around a large collection of digital displays.

Australian specification information includes a 15.4-inch 2.5K Mini-LED infotainment screen, a 13-inch digital instrument display and a 35.5-inch augmented-reality head-up display.

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also included.

There are two 50W wireless phone chargers, while the front seats feature heating, ventilation and massage functions with extensive electric adjustment.

The rear seats also offer heating and electric adjustment.

The result is a cabin positioned towards the premium end of the EV market rather than a stripped-back performance car.

Does the Zeekr 7GT have an ANCAP rating?

Not at this stage.

The 7GT has received a five-star Euro NCAP rating under Europe's 2026 testing protocols.

However, Australian buyers should not assume that automatically means the vehicle has a five-star ANCAP rating.

Euro NCAP and ANCAP are related organisations, but their ratings are not automatically interchangeable for every model and market.

At the time of fact-checking, ANCAP lists results for the Zeekr X and Zeekr 7X, but not the 7GT.

That means the 7GT should currently be treated as not yet rated by ANCAP unless the organisation formally publishes or extends a rating for the Australian model.

What safety equipment will the 7GT have?

Zeekr has confirmed a broad driver-assistance package.

Expected Australian equipment includes:

  • adaptive cruise control

  • autonomous emergency braking

  • blind-spot monitoring

  • lane-keep assistance

  • traffic-sign recognition

The 7GT also uses Zeekr's Surround Reality View system, which can display surrounding cars, pedestrians, cyclists and road markings through the vehicle's screens and head-up display.

No Australian 7GT-specific recall was identified at the time of checking.

Given the model has not yet reached Australian customers, that is not unexpected.

What warranty will the Zeekr 7GT receive?

Zeekr has not yet published a dedicated Australian warranty page specifically for the 7GT.

The brand's current Australian warranty program provides a five-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty on existing models, along with eight years or 160,000km of battery coverage, subject to the manufacturer's terms and exclusions.

Zeekr also offers roadside assistance for eligible new Australian vehicles.

Those are the brand's current Australian warranty settings, but the final 7GT-specific terms should still be checked when the model officially goes on sale.

How much will the Zeekr 7GT cost in Australia?

This remains the biggest unanswered question.

Zeekr Australia has not announced pricing for any of the three 7GT variants.

That means there is currently noconfirmation::

  • price before on-road costs

  • manufacturer drive-away price

  • postcode-specific drive-away price

  • dealer price

  • promotional launch offer

  • finance-dependent offer

Overseas pricing cannot be directly converted into an Australian retail price because taxes, specification levels, market positioning and local costs vary significantly.

The existing Zeekr 7X provides some indication of where the brand currently sits in Australia, but it should not be used to claim a 7GT price before Zeekr makes an official announcement.

Who is the Zeekr 7GT aimed at?

The 7GT could appeal to buyers who want EV performance and long range but don't necessarily want another SUV.

The Long Range RWD appears particularly interesting on paper because it combines rear-wheel drive, 335 kW of power and a claimed 670 km WLTP range.

The Performance AWD moves in a different direction, giving buyers 500 kW and a claimed 3.1-second sprint to 100 km/h.

That means the range should cover buyers interested in efficiency and long-distance touring as well as those looking for serious straight-line performance.

The wagon body also gives it a different appeal from Zeekr's current SUVs.

What should Australian buyers wait for?

Much of the 7GT's Australian specification is now known.

The major remaining questions are:

  • final Australian prices

  • full standard equipment by grade

  • available options

  • wheel and tyre specifications

  • servicing costs

  • insurance implications

  • final warranty wording

  • ANCAP rating status

Pricing will be particularly important.

If Zeekr positions the 7GT close to its current 7X, it could give Australian buyers a relatively unusual combination of wagon practicality, long electric range and substantial performance.

If pricing moves significantly higher, its competition will shift towards more established premium EV brands.

Zeekr 7GT Australian launch timing

The most important dates currently confirmed are straightforward.

The Zeekr 7GT will launch in Australia in Q4 2026, meaning sometime between October and December.

First customer deliveries are then expected during Q1 2027.

Australian buyers can already register their interest with Zeekr, but doing so is not the same as placing an order and does not guarantee a vehicle or delivery priority.

The next announcement worth watching will be pricing.

Until Zeekr Australia releases those figures, any Australian dollar price attached to the 7GT should be treated as an estimate rather than confirmed information.


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