Verdict
At RM33,800 less, the Model 3 gives Malaysian buyers a 534-km stated range, a 594-litre boot and RM280 annual road tax, versus 480 km, 539 litres and RM615 for the 7X. It is the rational long-distance sedan choice. The Zeekr answers with an SUV body, 416 hp against 279 hp, and much higher 22 kW AC and 450 kW DC charging ratings versus 11 kW and 170 kW. Its 6.0-second sprint only narrowly beats 6.2 seconds, so the extra spend is chiefly for charging hardware, performance and cabin equipment.
Pick the Tesla Model 3 if lower purchase and road-tax costs, a 534-km range and a 594-litre boot matter more than SUV packaging.
Pick the Zeekr 7X if you want an SUV with 416 hp, 22 kW AC and 450 kW DC charging ratings, plus a 360-degree monitor and head-up display.
Key differences
- Price: Tesla Model 3 RM149,000; Zeekr 7X RM182,800.
- Annual road tax: Tesla Model 3 RM280; Zeekr 7X RM615.
- 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 ratings: 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.
Model 3
- RM33,800 lower purchase price and RM335 lower annual road tax.
- 54 km longer stated EV range.
- 55 litres more boot space.
- Lower 279 hp and 420 Nm motor output than the 7X's 416 hp and 440 Nm.
- Lower 11 kW AC and 170 kW DC charging ratings.
- Four-year/80,000-km vehicle warranty versus five years/150,000 km.
7X
- 416 hp motor and 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 22 kW AC and 450 kW DC charging ratings, plus 3.3 kW V2L.
- Gets a 360-degree monitor, auto parking and head-up display.
- Costs RM33,800 more to buy.
- 480-km stated range is 54 km shorter, despite its larger 75-kWh battery.
- 539-litre boot is 55 litres smaller, and annual road tax is RM615 versus RM280.
| 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 | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| 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 | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 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 | 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.
Used Model 3 & 7X for sale
Model 3 vs 7X FAQ
Is the Tesla Model 3 or Zeekr 7X better?
The Model 3 is the better buy for cost, range and boot space: RM149,000, 534 km and 594 litres versus RM182,800, 480 km and 539 litres. Choose the 7X if its SUV body, charging ratings and added parking equipment matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr 7X costs RM33,800 more than the Tesla Model 3: RM182,800 versus RM149,000.
Which one has faster charging ratings?
The Zeekr 7X has higher charging ratings at 22 kW AC and 450 kW DC. The Tesla Model 3 is rated at 11 kW AC and 170 kW DC.
