zeekr has recently been busy with new product development, while accelerating the launch of the polar Krypton 7X new car, but in addition to the new car, the model update on sale is also continuing. This is not, as the founding model of the polar Krypton brand, polar Krypton 001 completed the 2025 update at the beginning of this month, and the new model is also on the basis of the old model, through the battery replacement to complete the reduction of the product threshold of 10,000 yuan. So, after this adjustment, what has changed in the overall competitiveness of vehicles? Or as the threshold is lowered, will its entry configuration also be lowered?
zeekr001 in the design continues the cash, independent frogeye headlights, matrix LED light through the decoration, as well as the simple three-zone stoma structure of the front are more recognizable, the intake grille supports the active closure function to optimize the wind resistance. External accessories including 22-inch sports wheels, Brembo six-piston brake calipers are also available on an optional basis, while the body is painted with a contrasting roof. This package will also include some interior and configuration upgrades.
From the side and back point of view, the vehicle still continues the low-profile hatchback structure, including the side anti-scratch strip, the rear protection and corresponding decoration, and the roof with hollow spoiler, etc., all of which use a more distinctive paint coating. In addition, the vehicle will also be adapted to the frameless design of the door and the electric tailgate, the former is equipped with the standard electric suction function of the whole car and can be optional intelligent induction automatic door set, which also includes the induction opening function of the electric tailgate. In addition, the vehicle is also equipped with a UWB digital key as standard, and supports keyless access to the entire vehicle.
In terms of size, the zeekr 001 has a length, width and height of 4977x1999x1545mm, and the wheelbase is 3005mm. In the case of the hatchback structure, the head space under the fixed sunroof will not be compressed, and the rear legroom is relatively wide. At the same time, the hatchback tail door will be more convenient for luggage storage and access, and the trunk volume has reached 2144L.
In terms of riding, the zeekr 001 continues the standard specifications of the current model, the entry model realizes all-leather seats, the front seats support 16-way electric adjustment/position memory and heating/ventilation/massage functions including leg rests, and the rear seats support electric adjustment and heating functions of the backrest. There will also be a collapsible armrest, separate air conditioning system and a 6.0-inch multimedia control panel. Through the option, the vehicle can also get sports seats with fur material, which will increase the active wing support adjustment function of the front.
The interior of the Zeekr 001 is relatively simple, with the air outlet designed to hide, the shift mechanism maintains a short electronic handle, and the instrument panel is also a 13.02 inch shape that cooperates with the upper perimeter of the steering wheel, and the steering wheel itself is covered in splice leather and supports power adjustment/memory/heating. In addition, the AR-HUD head-up display on the front of the steering wheel is also standard, with a projection area of 35.5 inches, and the top rearview mirror supports automatic anti-glare. At the same time, the center control screen uses OLED material, 2.5K resolution 15.05 inch touch design, optional follow-up steering function, which will be standard in the high-end model. The sub-instrument table and armrest box will form a coherent lift, including wireless charging board, cup holder and layered storage structure, and common functions such as air conditioning will also provide tilted touch design here.
In terms of intelligence, the entire zeekr 001 system shares the polar Krypton AI OS supported by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 chip and Kr AI large model, and its AI Eva intelligent voice in addition to the car and Windows, air conditioning and other accessories, can also support the direct operation of additional functions of the seat, and can carry out continuous recognition dialogue, support face recognition unlock. The app store can also complete the function expansion of multiple ecological platforms, and retain the mobile phone interconnection mode. In terms of entertainment atmosphere support, the polar Krypton 001 has also been supported by Dolby Panoramic sound 28 Yamaha audio, active ambient atmosphere lights, and on-board fragrance systems, etc., which are also the full range of vehicle standard.
In addition to the standard 2 Mobileye EyeQ5H intelligent driving chip and high-precision map module, zeekr 001 can also obtain the intelligent driving solution of dual NVIDIA Orin-X chip + Lidar in the high configuration, which makes Vast Intelligent Driving 2.0 in addition to the standard automatic lane change, remote control parking, automatic parking and other functions. It can also realize high-level functions such as signal light recognition and response, high-speed NZP autonomous navigation and end-to-end full-scene parking, and open full functions such as urban NZP through optional installation.
After Zeekr 001 enters the 2025 model, although the threshold is lowered by changing the battery, it actually brings more options to the user, and from the 25900 yuan WE version 95kWh after driving model, it also does the entry that is high. In terms of luxury comfort and intelligent cabin to keep up with the pace of the new forces to advance, coupled with seats, audio and other aspects of the established significant advantages, the full 800V, entry 6-second performance of the 2025 zeekr 005 in front of a crowd of new competitors is still “fight”.
