2026 Zeekr X Launched in Malaysia: Massive Upgrades From RM159k, But Is It Worth The Price Hike?

When Zeekr first arrived on Malaysian shores in 2024, it turned heads by offering premium, platform-shared tech at a competitive price point. Two years later, the 2026 Zeekr X facelift has officially debuted. While the new model brings sweeping improvements to performance, standard luxury equipment, and AC charging speeds, it also brings a minor price bump.

Does the extra kit justify the updated price tags? Let's dive into the data.

The Price Evolution: 2024 vs. 2026

Despite added luxury hardware, Zeekr has managed to keep the price adjustment minimal.

• Premium RWD: Now priced at RM159,995 On-The-Road (OTR) without insurance (Net Selling Price: RM158,800). This is a minor step up of just RM4,195 over the 2024 launch price (RM155,800).
• Flagship AWD: Now priced at RM177,465 OTR without insurance (Net Selling Price: RM175,800). This represents a modest increase of RM4,665 over the 2024 model (RM172,800).

What's Changed? The 2024 vs. 2026 Showdown

1. Battery Chemistry & Range Realities

In 2024, both variants utilized a 66 kWh Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For 2026, both variants share the exact same 66 kWh gross battery capacity and NMC chemistry layout. However, engineering refinements have changed the driving ranges:

• The Premium RWD range sees a slight optimization bump to 445 km WLTP (up from 440 km in 2024).
• The Flagship AWD sacrifices a tiny bit of range for its immense power updates, settling at 415 km WLTP (down from 420 km in 2024).

2. Upgraded Muscle & Acceleration

The 2026 refresh changes the performance dynamics considerably:

• Premium RWD: While peak power output remains rated at a healthy 272 PS (200 kW) and 343 Nm of torque, better motor calibration drops its 0–100 km/h acceleration sprint down to 5.3 seconds (down from 5.6 seconds in 2024).
• Flagship AWD: Power has been massively uprated. The dual-motor system now produces a combined 496 PS (365 kW) and 573 Nm of torque (up from 428 PS and 543 Nm in 2024). This slashes its 0-100 km/h sprint down to a blistering 3.7 seconds (down from 3.8 seconds).

3. Public Charging Upgrade (The Smart Killers)

Charging speed was a notable bottleneck for the 2024 Premium RWD model, which only supported a slow 7.2 kW AC intake.

• Premium RWD now upgrades to 11 kW AC charging (0-100% in 7.5 hours).
• Flagship AWD upgrades to a superb 22 kW AC charging system, allowing a complete 0–100% charge in just 4 hours. Both variants maintain a 150 kW DC fast-charging maximum ceiling, allowing a 10–80% replenishment in roughly 30 minutes.

4. High-End Kit Shared Globally Across Both Variants

In 2024, premium features like the augmented reality Head-Up Display (HUD), the premium audio setup, and the intelligent B-pillar screen were completely locked behind the top-spec AWD variant. For 2026, Zeekr has flattened the premium equipment gap completely.

Both variants now come completely identical across the board in terms of luxury, including the 13-speaker Yamaha Premium Audio system, the 24.3-inch AR Head-Up Display, and the external Intelligent B-Pillar display screen.

Furthermore, both models now gain several brand-new cabin features:

• Frameless Automatic Front Doors with intelligent proximity and obstacle detection.
• An integrated 5.7-litre Temperature-Controlled Refrigerator adjustable from -6°C to 50°C.
• An upgraded 50W high-speed mobile wireless charging bay and a tactile Touch Bar steering wheel base.
• Front Massage Seats for both driver and passenger comfort.

The Technical Specs

2026 Zeekr X Premium RWD (left) and Flagship AWD (right)

The Short Answer: Absolutely. The value expansion here outweighs the price increase.

In 2024, selecting the base Premium RWD model forced you to make substantial sacrifices. You were limited to a sluggish 7.2 kW AC vehicle charger, a basic 7-speaker sound system, and completely missed out on the futuristic augmented reality HUD or the signature B-pillar interactive screen.

For 2026, a minor increase of around RM4,200 on the base model completely vaporizes those restrictions. Premium RWD buyers now get the exact same level of top-tier luxury layout found in the flagship, including the crystal-clear Yamaha sound architecture, automated gesture doors, an integrated cabin fridge, and a modern 11 kW AC charging speed profile.

Meanwhile, the Flagship AWD scales its total system output near the 500 hp marker while breaking the 22 kW AC public charging speed barrier, a vital luxury utility in local Malaysian infrastructure that fully balances out its RM4,665 price adjustment.