Zeekr 7GT 2026 Review

While Australia was among the first export markets outside China to receive the strong-selling 7X SUV, we are among the later foreign countries to import the Nanjing-built 7GT.

That means we already have a pretty good idea of what it could cost. In Germany, where the 7GT sells alongside the 7X, the wagon retails for about six per cent less than the SUV. 

If that translates here, it could mean rear-drive versions of the 7GT selling from about $55,000 (plus on-road costs) while the Performance AWD could start around $72,000.

Beyond the shared the ‘Stargate’ exterior design language, there are many commonalities between the 7X and 7GT siblings, and that could extend to a three-tier lineup.

Base versions of the RWD 7GT in Europe are equipped with a 310kW/440Nm rear motor, a 71kWh LFP battery, 19-inch wheels, artificial leather seats with power adjustment, heating and memory, 15-inch touchscreen, a fixed glass roof, and a 23-speaker stereo.

The mid-spec Long Range RWD has the same motor but swaps in a much larger 95kWh NMC battery, while nabbing Nappa leather upholstery, front seat ventilation and massage with a driver’s thigh extender, and a suede headliner.

The flagship Performance AWD adds a front motor for combined outputs of 475kW/710Nm. It gains adaptive air suspension with continuous damping, 20-inch wheels, orange brake callipers, and power-opening, auto-sensing doors.

For those of us who enjoy the driving dynamics of a low-riding car but regularly cart around bikes, surfboards, skis or furniture – often with extra passengers in tow – wagons make a lot of sense.

The car industry’s concentration on SUVs means that high-riding crossovers can drive well, but their extra size and bulk still robs some cornering zeal, responsiveness, and the energy efficiency of a low-set wagon.

That’s exactly the case with the 2026 Zeekr 7GT, which maintains effectively all of the 7X’s relaxed grand-touring demeanour while adding in a huge additional serve of fun in the corners.

We drove the 7GT on an extensive road loop, and a gymkhana, near Geely’s headquarters in China, giving us the opportunity to push the Long Range RWD version on a closed course.

With plenty of experience under our belt in the 7X back in Australia, the 7GT thrills because it is so much more willing to take corners faster while providing palpably more feedback to the driver.

Despite their connection via the Geely empire, the 7GT isn’t your grandfather’s Volvo wagon: it builds speed quickly, even in ‘low output’ 310kW form, and it really engages its well-tuned chassis.

Depending on what you’re trying to do, the 7GT’s demeanour can quickly change from quiet cruiser to deft dancer in the corners, with a permissive stability control tune allowing a good helping of fun.

Inside, it’s a largely pleasant experience. We’d recommend skipping the unventilated faux leather of the base grade in favour of cooled Nappa hide, but the trim is overwhelmingly soft and feels premium.

Cosmetically it is very similar to the 7X. That means a thin 13-inch driver’s panel and a 15-inch OLED touchscreen that is easy to use and bundles Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Space isn’t quite as generous in the second row as in the 7X but kids will fit without a problem. The boot, too, is down on the 7X (456L vs 539L) but it’ll take golf clubs or a pram easily enough.

Charging the 800-volt 7GT on the go is a rapid process. Find a capable charger, and the Zeekr wagon can zap from 10 to 80 per cent in 13 minutes (71kWh) or 16 minutes (95kWh) depending on the variant, with impressive late-200kW average charging speeds.

Just like the 7X, the 7GT feels like an admirably good ‘first effort’ at breaking into a segment the Europeans have done so well, for so long.

However, the Zeekr lacks some of the polish you find in a BMW Touring model or an Audi Avant. The control surfaces aren’t quite consistent: the brake pedal is touchy, the steering devoid of feel, and the electric motor wind-up is exceptionally lethargic in most modes.

Then there’s the ride quality, which suffers badly from a feeling of considerable unsprung mass. We haven’t driven a 7GT with air suspension yet, but the steel-sprung RWD models clunk through potholes without the decorum we’d like.

Many of the odd foibles of the 7X are present in the 7GT: surprisingly weak air conditioning (considering the Australian and Chinese summers are both hot and muggy), weak seat ventilation, and an over-reliance on touchscreen controls for the HVAC system are all repeated here.

Because the 7GT was adapted out of the Chinese-market 007 sedan, the extended wagon body can look tacked-on from some angles. The roofline is also very sloped to make it appear sportier, and this eats into vertical cargo room.

Like Europe, Australian buyers are expected to miss out on recent China-market improvements to the 7GT, which included a minor facelift, more power, upgraded suspension, a quicker 900-volt charging system, and a sportier FR-Line body kit option.

While the wagon will be more efficient than its SUV sibling, Zeekr is still struggling to make its EVs truly frugal. While WLTP range of 519km (RWD), 655km (Long Range RWD) and 558km (Performance AWD) is respectable, the 7GT is thirsty compared to a Tesla Model 3.

Unlike the brand’s incoming 8X and 9X large SUVs, Zeekr has ruled out adding the option of hybrid power for both the 7X and the 7GT. They will remain battery-electric only.

For wagon-lovers content to move to a fully electric vehicle, upcoming changes to the lucrative Fringe Benefits Tax waiver for EV novated leases could make buying the 7GT a smart decision.

From April 2027, only EVs priced below $75,000 will be eligible for the full FBT waiver that can reduce income tax payable by thousands. Electric cars above $75K will only enjoy a 25 per cent FBT rebate.

With the Performance trim predicted to be the most popular 7GT model in Australia, early adopters may need to get in quick to secure that financial incentive – depending on the final price.

Australians who are less concerned about minimising their tax bill could benefit from waiting for the BMW i3 Touring to land in Australia. An electric version of the next 3 Series wagon goes into production mid-next year, and it’s set to be a key rival for the 7GT.

Those already inclined towards the Zeekr 7X, but who are open to running against the crowd of SUV buyers should check out the 7GT when it lands locally. It’s quite simple: the 7GT retains nearly all the 7X’s virtues while being better to drive.

2026 Zeekr 7GT Long Range RWD at a glance:
Price: from $60,000 (estimated)
Available: Late 2026 (estimated)
Powertrain: Single permanent magnet synchronous motor
Output: 310kW/440Nm (RWD models)
Transmission: Single-speed reduction gear
Battery: 95kWH NMC
Range: 655km WLTP
Energy consumption: 14.5kWh/100km
Safety rating: Not rated

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