THE ELECTRIC PEOPLE MOVER…WITH EVERYTHING! (ZEEKR 009 2025 REVIEW)

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The Zeekr 009 is presented as an "ultra-luxury people mover" with "utterly cosmic styling" and "business class seating." The reviewer highlights its impressive performance, accelerating faster than a V8 Mustang despite its nearly 3-ton weight, and its "whopping 116kWh battery" offering a claimed range of nearly 600 km. Inside, the vehicle is lauded for its "opulent" and "indulgent fitout" with Nappa leather, heated, ventilated, and massage seats, a "giant 15-inch infotainment screen," and extensive tech features, including a 17-inch rear television with streaming services and a fridge. The ride comfort is described as "super soft and cushy," especially in the middle row, which can be configured into a "lounge mode." However, the reviewer points out significant practicality drawbacks: a compromised boot space due to the air suspension and electric components, and rear seats that fold forward, impacting the middle row's recline. The reviewer also notes the steering wheel feels "cheap and plasticky" and the key placement is inconvenient. While acknowledging its "phenomenal" performance and "remarkable" handling for its size, the reviewer questions its practicality as a family car, suggesting its primary market will be luxury hotels and chauffeur services, positioning it as a more affordable alternative to the Lexus LM and Mercedes-Benz EQV.