Verdict
At RM304,800, the Zeekr 009 undercuts the RM328,800 GAC M8 by RM24,000 while bringing a 116 kWh battery, 604 km EV range and 150 kW DC charging against 25.57 kWh, 106 km and 40 kW. It is quicker too, reaching 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds versus 8.8 seconds, and its 574-litre boot is more than double the M8’s 280 litres. The M8’s case is its petrol plug-in hybrid layout and 56-litre fuel tank, useful for buyers not ready to depend on charging.
Pick the GAC M8 if petrol back-up and its 56-litre fuel tank matter more to you than long EV range, boot space and faster charging.
Pick the Zeekr 009 if you can charge regularly and want the lower price, 604 km EV range, 574-litre boot and richer second-row equipment.
Key differences
- Price: GAC M8 RM328,800; Zeekr 009 RM304,800.
- Battery and EV range: GAC M8 25.57 kWh and 106 km; Zeekr 009 116 kWh and 604 km.
- Charging: GAC M8 6.6 kW AC and 40 kW DC; Zeekr 009 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC.
- Performance: GAC M8 reaches 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds; Zeekr 009 does it in 7.9 seconds.
- Boot space: GAC M8 280 litres; Zeekr 009 574 litres.
- Width and wheelbase: GAC M8 1,893 mm wide with a 3,070 mm wheelbase; Zeekr 009 2,024 mm wide with a 3,205 mm wheelbase.
M8
- Petrol plug-in hybrid system with a 56-litre fuel tank.
- Narrower 1,893 mm body than the 009’s 2,024 mm width.
- Seven seats with second-row captain’s chairs and a 16-speaker Yamaha system.
- Costs RM24,000 more than the Zeekr 009.
- 106 km EV range trails the Zeekr 009’s 604 km.
- 280-litre boot is 294 litres smaller than the Zeekr 009’s.
009
- RM304,800 price is RM24,000 below the GAC M8.
- 604 km EV range, 150 kW DC charging and a 116 kWh battery.
- Second-row massage, ventilation and ottomans, plus a 30-speaker Yamaha sound system.
- As a full EV, it relies on charging; the GAC M8 has a petrol plug-in hybrid system and 56-litre fuel tank.
- At 2,024 mm wide, it is 131 mm wider than the GAC M8.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM328,800 | RM304,800✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | 400V architecture |
| Horsepower | 187 hp | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 179 hp | 335 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | 373 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 25.57 kWh | 116 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 106 km | 604 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 40 kW | 150 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-DHT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,212 mm | 5,209 mm |
| Width | 1,893 mm | 2,024 mm |
| Height | 1,823 mm | 1,848 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,070 mm | 3,205 mm |
| Weight | 2,420 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 56 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 280 litres | 574 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 265/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 265/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 18" Two-tone Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Two-tone Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Four-chamber Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Windshield) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Four Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Matrix LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions |
| Rear Seats | Second row Individual Captain's Seats, 60:40 Split-folding Third row | Captain Middle Seats with Massage, Ventilation and Ottoman Functions, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade and Rear Window Shades | Panoramic Glass Roof and Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, 16-Speaker Yamaha Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 30-speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power Sliding Doors | Sliding Rear Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Year, 150,000 km Warranty (Battery) | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used M8 & 009 for sale
M8 vs 009 FAQ
Is the GAC M8 or Zeekr 009 better?
The Zeekr 009 is the stronger buy if home or destination charging is practical: it costs RM24,000 less, has 604 km of EV range and a 574-litre boot. Choose the GAC M8 if a petrol plug-in hybrid and 56-litre fuel tank are more suitable.
What is the price difference?
The GAC M8 costs RM328,800 and the Zeekr 009 costs RM304,800, so the Zeekr is RM24,000 cheaper.
Which MPV has better second-row comfort equipment?
The Zeekr 009 has the fuller second-row specification, adding massage, ventilation and ottoman functions to its captain’s seats. The GAC M8 has second-row individual captain’s seats but no such functions listed.
