The updated Zeekr 009 is coming to Malaysia by the end of 2026, bringing several significant upgrades to the luxury electric MPV.
While the exterior remains mostly unchanged, the updated model features an 800V electrical architecture for faster DC charging, swivel second-row seats, enhanced Zero Gravity seats and a 31-speaker Naim sound system.
Ahead of its Malaysian launch, Zeekr has given local media an exclusive preview of the new Zeekr 009 in Hangzhou, China. Besides improvements to passenger comfort, the latest model also gets increased power output, upgraded air suspension and an enhanced intelligent driving assistance system.
New Zeekr 009 gets swivel seats, enhanced Zero Gravity seats and Naim audio
The new Zeekr 009 puts greater emphasis on second-row passenger comfort with several upgrades designed for those who prefer to be chauffeured.
One of the biggest additions is the second-row swivel-seat function, which allows rear passengers to face one another. This effectively transforms the rear cabin into a meeting space, allowing face-to-face conversations or business discussions when the vehicle is stationary.
The cabin also comes with a foldable executive table and video conferencing capabilities, turning this luxury MPV into a mobile office.
For greater comfort, Zeekr has enhanced its Eames-inspired Zero Gravity seats with an improved reclining position and better body weight distribution. The seats also feature a 22-point massage function with Hot Stone Massage, which is a neat feature for long-distance trips.
Another notable upgrade is the introduction of a 31-speaker Naim audio system, providing an immersive in-car entertainment experience.
New Zeekr 009 gets 800V architecture and upgraded suspension
Beyond the cabin upgrades, the new Zeekr 009 now features an 800V electrical architecture, which supports significantly faster DC charging than the existing Malaysian model.
For context, the current Zeekr 009 offered in Malaysia uses a 400V architecture that supports DC charging up to 150kW. It takes about 30 minutes to charge from 10-80%.
In mainland China, Zeekr already introduced the updated 009 with both 800V and 900V architectures. The 800V version with a 108kWh battery can charge from 10-80% in just 11.5 minutes, while the 900V variants does it quicker in just 10 minutes.
That’s roughly one-third of the time required by the existing 400V version, making mid-journey charging stops significantly shorter when using a high-powered DC charger.
However, Zeekr Malaysia has yet to confirm the maximum DC charging rate, battery capacity and charging time for the upcoming Malaysian-spec model.
The updated electric MPV also gets increased power output, promising stronger acceleration and improved responsiveness.
In terms of ride comfort, the new Zeekr 009 features an upgraded dual-chamber air suspension system, paired with Continuous Damping Control (CCD) and its Magic Carpet system. The setup continuously adapts to road conditions to improve ride comfort and vehicle stability.
On the safety and driver assistance front, the latest model features an H7 intelligent driving assistance system supported by LiDAR technology. The system is designed to improve the vehicle’s ability to detect its surroundings and provide additional driver assistance in changing traffic conditions.
Zeekr Malaysia has yet to reveal the official pricing for the new Zeekr 009. Expect more details, including the available variants, performance, WLTP-rated range and DC charging performance, to be revealed closer to its Malaysian launch by the end of this year.
The Zeekr 009 update comes at the right time considering its direct rivals have stepped up with faster charging. The refreshed XPeng X9 2026 supports up to 542kW of DC fast charging, which can do 10-80% in 12 minutes.
Meanwhile, BYD Malaysia will soon introduce its new Denza D9 with Flash Charging. When plugged to a BYD Flash Charging station, it can get 10-97% charge in just 9 minutes.
Zeekr first entered Malaysia in December 2024 and the company says it has delivered more than 6,000 vehicles nationwide to date.
