EV Experience 2025: Zeekr 001 FR has 1,265 hp, potjandrie!
Stronger than competitors
If you think the Tesla Model S Plaid with three electric motors and a system output of 750 kW (1,020 hp) is fast, then you haven’t seen this Zeekr 001 FR. This is the superlative, even if we compare it to the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT, which has a maximum output of 815 kW (1,108 hp). Only the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra – a high-performance electric sedan – has more power at 1,137 kW (1,548 hp). Well, time for some highlights about this fast Zeekr.
Not a ‘normal’ car
When Zeekr unveiled the 001 FR, it became clear that this is not a “normal” version, but a premium model that aims to combine “ultra-performance, luxury and comfort. The 001 FR uses high-tech materials to tame weight as well as air resistance. The 22-inch wheels are made of aviation-grade 6-series aluminum, forged under high pressure. That makes them about 10 percent lighter than conventional cast wheels, while the strength is 1.4 times higher. The roof is made of carbon fiber. That’s another 65 percent lighter than traditional materials, with a strength improvement of about 67 percent.
Lots of carbon
The front lip and rear diffuser are also carbon fiber to reduce turbulence and direct airflow. The diffuser is arched to enhance underflow (vacuum). A sport rear wing (carbon sport rear wing) controls airflow to the rear, increases downforce and improves rear wheel grip.
Four electric motors
The Zeekr 001 FR uses four electric motors (quad motor) distributed to the wheels (all-wheel drive). This produces a peak power of about 930 kW (about 1,265 horsepower). Torque is extreme: up to about 1,200 Nm. The sprint from 0 to 100 km/h takes just 2.02 seconds. The top speed is capped at 280 km/h.
Battery
The 001 FR uses a 100 kWh battery. For alternating current (AC) charging, the maximum onboard charger is 22 kW. For fast charging (DC), a peak of about 300 kW is mentioned in the brochure. This allows the car to reach a highly charged state in about 15 minutes under ideal conditions.
99 copies
Special though this Zeekr 001 FR is. As a “hyper-performing electric shooting brake,” this is a car you won’t easily encounter in the wild. Only 99 examples of this model have been produced. That one can now be seen in the Netherlands is therefore quite special!
EV Experience 2025 at Circuit Zandvoort
EV Experience 2025 at Circuit Zandvoort is open on Thursday, Oct. 2, Friday, Oct. 3 and Saturday, Oct. 4. For more information and tickets, visit evexperience.co.uk.
