Fledgling Chinese brand Zeekr has thrown another electric vehicle (EV) into the mix. The Zeekr Mix is an electric people mover with five seats, the front two of which can swivel 270 degrees to face those in the rear. “While we’re still awaiting confirmation for the RHD market, this launch reflects Zeekr’s vision for the future of mobility,” said a spokesperson for Zeekr Australia.
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It shapes as an obvious rival to the Volkswagen ID. Buzz, measuring 4688mm long on a 3008mm wheelbase – just 24mm shorter overall than the German people mover, though on a 19mm longer wheelbase. Zeekr says that with an in-cabin height of 1350mm and a movable centre console, the Mix can be transformed into a lounge or even a private yoga studio.
The company says it took design inspiration from “thousands of warm homes”, as well as the Tiangong Space Station. The styling is “rounded and caring”, with the edges smoothed off. As with the 007 sedan, there’s a customisable front light bar.
The cabin is entered via sliding doors on either side, with a spacious 1.48m-wide entrance. The Mix has a “hidden” dual B-pillar design, with two ultra-high-strength steel pillars embedded within each door.
Zeekr says as the floor height is 390mm, it’s easy for young children and the elderly to get in and out of the Mix. Ground clearance is 165mm. The rear seats fea.