Verdict
The Zeekr X is the sharper Malaysian buy on these figures: it costs RM10,200 less, yet brings 335 hp, a 66 kWh battery and 440 km of range against the smart #1’s 268 hp, 49 kWh and 315 km. Its 200 kW DC and 11 kW AC charging also widen the gap for frequent longer trips. The smart counters with a 411-litre boot, a sliding rear bench, 4-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty and 8-year/200,000 km battery cover. For most, the X’s 1.4-second quicker sprint and stronger equipment list carry more weight.
The #1 Brabus (RM249,000) sits above every X variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
Pick the smart #1 if you value its sliding rear seats, 7 litres more boot space and unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
Pick the Zeekr X if you want more range, faster AC/DC charging, 335 hp performance and a lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: smart #1 RM169,000; Zeekr X RM158,800.
- Motor output: smart #1 268 hp and 343 Nm; Zeekr X 335 hp and 373 Nm.
- Battery and range: smart #1 49 kWh and 315 km; Zeekr X 66 kWh and 440 km.
- Charging: smart #1 7.2 kW AC and 150 kW DC; Zeekr X 11 kW AC and 200 kW DC.
- 0-100 km/h: smart #1 6.7 seconds; Zeekr X 5.3 seconds.
- Boot space: smart #1 411 litres; Zeekr X 404 litres.
#1
- 411-litre boot and sliding 60:40 rear seats.
- 4-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
- 8-year/200,000 km battery warranty.
- 49 kWh battery and 315 km range trail the X’s 66 kWh and 440 km.
- 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.4 seconds behind the X.
- 7.2 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging are slower than the X’s 11 kW and 200 kW.
X
- 335 hp, 373 Nm and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 66 kWh battery with 440 km range.
- Ventilated front seats, head-up display and 13-speaker Yamaha audio.
- 404-litre boot is 7 litres smaller than the smart #1’s.
- 5-year vehicle warranty is capped at 150,000 km, versus unlimited mileage for four years.
- 8-year battery warranty is capped at 160,000 km, versus 200,000 km for the smart #1.
What the #1 has over the X
What the X has over the #1
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM169,000 | RM158,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM260✓ | RM395 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,725/mo | RM1,620/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,642 | RM4,377✓ |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,382 | RM1,333✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.91 | RM6.66✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM31,420 | RM30,523✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 6.8 hours | 6.0 hours✓ |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 25 min | 25 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 268 hp | 335 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm | 373 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 49 kWh | 66 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 315 km | 440 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | 200 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,270 mm | 4,432 mm |
| Width | 1,822 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,636 mm | 1,566 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,780 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 411 litres✓ | 404 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 24 inch | 26 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 17 inch | 18 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Front and Rear | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Door Opening Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Auto High Beam, | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Manual Levelling | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Powered Front Passenger's Seat | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation Functions and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB-C, 1 USB-A, Qi Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, 64-colour Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | — |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 13-speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Yes, Powered | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Powered Front Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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#1 vs X FAQ
Is the smart #1 or Zeekr X better?
The Zeekr X is better for range, charging, acceleration and price: 440 km, 200 kW DC, 5.3 seconds and RM158,800. Choose the smart #1 for its sliding rear seats, slightly larger boot and longer mileage limits on its warranties.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr X costs RM158,800 and the smart #1 costs RM169,000, so the Zeekr is RM10,200 cheaper.
Which charges faster, the smart #1 or Zeekr X?
The Zeekr X charges faster on both listed standards, at 11 kW AC and 200 kW DC. The smart #1 is rated at 7.2 kW AC and 150 kW DC.
How long does charging take?
The #1's 49.0 kWh battery takes about 6.8 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 25 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 150 kW peak. The X's 66.0 kWh battery takes about 6.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 25 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 200 kW peak.