Verdict
The Zeekr 7X has the stronger charging case for Malaysian EV use: its 75 kWh battery, 22 kW AC input and 450 kW DC rate eclipse the Model Y’s 60 kWh, 11 kW and 175 kW figures, yet its quoted range lead is only 14 km at 480 km. The Tesla counters with a 0.1-second quicker 0-100 km/h time and a far larger 854-litre boot. Its RM305 annual road tax is also RM310 less than the Zeekr’s.
Pick the Tesla Model Y if you need the 854-litre boot, 5.9-second 0-100 km/h time and lower RM305 annual road tax.
Pick the Zeekr 7X if faster 450 kW DC charging, a 75 kWh battery and more parking and cabin technology matter most.
Key differences
- Price: Tesla Model Y RM198,000; Zeekr 7X RM182,800.
- Battery and range: Tesla Model Y 60 kWh and 466 km; Zeekr 7X 75 kWh and 480 km.
- Charging: Tesla Model Y 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC; Zeekr 7X 22 kW AC and 450 kW DC.
- Performance: Tesla Model Y 295 hp, 420 Nm and 5.9 seconds; Zeekr 7X 416 hp, 440 Nm and 6.0 seconds.
- Boot space: Tesla Model Y 854 litres; Zeekr 7X 539 litres.
- Road tax: Tesla Model Y RM305 per year; Zeekr 7X RM615 per year.
Model Y
- 854-litre boot
- 5.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lower RM305 annual road tax
- 60 kWh battery versus 75 kWh
- 175 kW DC and 11 kW AC charging versus 450 kW and 22 kW
- No front parking sensors, 360-degree monitor, head-up display or auto parking
7X
- 450 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging
- 16-inch screen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 21 speakers
- 360-degree monitor, head-up display and auto parking
- 539-litre boot versus 854 litres
- RM615 annual road tax versus RM305
- 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.9 seconds
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM198,000 | RM182,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM615 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 295 hp | 416 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 60 kWh | 75 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 466 km | 480 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | 450 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 seconds✓ | 6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,790 mm | 4,787 mm |
| Width | 2,129 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,624 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,891 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | 1,921 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 854 litres✓ | 539 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R19 | 255/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 255/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 EV | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Crossflow Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Crossflow Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Matrix LED Projectors with LED Projector Lighting Panel |
| Taillamps | Full LED with LED Lighter | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats, Heated & Ventilated | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Heated | 60:40 Split-folding with Electric Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Rear Screen | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 9 Speakers | 16" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 21-speaker Zeekr Sound Pro |
| 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 to Start) | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 80,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) | 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.
Used Model Y & 7X for sale
Model Y vs 7X FAQ
Is the Tesla Model Y or Zeekr 7X better?
The Zeekr 7X is better for charging speed and driver-assistance equipment, with 450 kW DC charging, a 360-degree monitor and auto parking. The Tesla Model Y is better for luggage capacity, reaching 854 litres against 539 litres.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr 7X costs RM15,200 less than the Tesla Model Y: RM182,800 versus RM198,000.
Which EV charges faster?
The Zeekr 7X charges faster on both AC and DC. Its 22 kW AC and 450 kW DC ratings are double and more than double the Tesla Model Y’s 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC ratings, respectively.