LUXURY ESTATE FOR HALF THE PRICE? ZEEKR 001 DRIVING REVIEW

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The Zeekr 001 is presented as a compelling luxury estate alternative, offering a striking exterior design reminiscent of the Audi RS6 but at a significantly lower price point, starting around €55,000. The reviewer highlights the impressive interior build quality, particularly the use of microfiber and leatherette materials, and the comfortable, spacious seating. Notable features include a head-up display, a 12-speaker Yamaha sound system, and a large infotainment screen. While the acceleration in Sport mode is exhilarating (0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds for AWD), the reviewer notes some ergonomic quirks, such as capacitive steering wheel controls and a potentially misplaced trunk release button. The real-world range achieved was 460 km (285 miles) under mixed conditions at 15°C, which is considered decent. Criticisms are minor, including some squeaking noises from frameless doors on rough roads and a small frunk. Overall, the Zeekr 001 is lauded for its exceptional price-performance ratio, design, and interior quality, making it a strong contender against more expensive German rivals, despite some areas where German manufacturers still hold an edge in driving dynamics and assistance systems.