Verdict
At RM149,000, the Tesla Model 3 is RM33,800 cheaper than the RM182,800 Zeekr 7X, returns the longer 534-km range and has a 594-litre boot. That matters if kilometres and luggage capacity outrank SUV access. The 7X answers with 416 hp versus 279 hp, a 450-kW DC ceiling against 170 kW, and 22-kW AC charging. It is only 0.2 seconds quicker to 100 km/h, however, while annual road tax is RM615 versus RM280. Pay the premium for its SUV body and charging hardware, not acceleration alone.
Pick the Tesla Model 3 if you want the lower upfront and annual tax costs, 534-km range and larger 594-litre boot.
Pick the Zeekr 7X if you need an SUV with 416 hp, 450-kW DC charging and features such as a 360-degree camera, head-up display and auto parking.
Key differences
- Price: Tesla Model 3 RM149,000; Zeekr 7X RM182,800.
- Motor output: Tesla Model 3 279 hp and 420 Nm; Zeekr 7X 416 hp and 440 Nm.
- Battery and range: Tesla Model 3 62.5 kWh and 534 km; Zeekr 7X 75 kWh and 480 km.
- Charging: Tesla Model 3 11-kW AC and 170-kW DC; Zeekr 7X 22-kW AC and 450-kW DC.
- Body and boot: Tesla Model 3 sedan with 594 litres; Zeekr 7X SUV with 539 litres.
- Manufacturer warranty: Tesla Model 3 four years/80,000 km; Zeekr 7X five years/150,000 km.
Model 3
- RM33,800 lower purchase price and RM280 annual road tax.
- Longer 534-km electric range.
- Larger 594-litre boot.
- 279-hp motor trails the Zeekr 7X's 416 hp.
- 170-kW DC and 11-kW AC charging are slower than 450 kW and 22 kW.
- No front parking sensors, 360-degree monitor, head-up display or auto parking.
7X
- 416 hp and 440 Nm, with a 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 450-kW DC and 22-kW AC charging, plus 3.3-kW V2L.
- Five-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty and a 360-degree monitor.
- RM33,800 dearer, with RM615 annual road tax.
- 480-km range is 54 km shorter than the Model 3's.
- 539-litre boot is 55 litres smaller than the Model 3's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM149,000✓ | RM182,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM280✓ | RM615 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 279 hp | 416 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 62.5 kWh | 75 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 534 km✓ | 480 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | 450 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Single-ratio Transmission | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Tesla | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.2 seconds | 6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,720 mm | 4,787 mm |
| Width | 2,089 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,441 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 2,900 mm |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 594 litres✓ | 539 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R18 | 255/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R18 | 255/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Prismata Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Prismata Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | 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 | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Matrix LED Projectors with LED Projector Lighting Panel |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Electric Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 7 Speakers | 16" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 21-speaker Zeekr Sound Pro |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | 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 |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Dual Wireless Qi Chargers | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 80,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) | 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.
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Model 3 vs 7X FAQ
Is the Tesla Model 3 or Zeekr 7X better?
The Model 3 is the sharper value choice for its lower cost, 534-km range and 594-litre boot. Choose the 7X if SUV packaging, much faster charging and its 416-hp motor matter more than the RM33,800 premium.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr 7X costs RM33,800 more than the Tesla Model 3: RM182,800 versus RM149,000. Its annual road tax is also RM335 higher, at RM615 versus RM280.
Which EV charges faster?
The Zeekr 7X charges faster on both AC and DC power. It supports 22-kW AC and 450-kW DC charging, while the Tesla Model 3 supports 11-kW AC and 170-kW DC charging. The 7X also has 3.3-kW V2L.
