Zeekr Mix Review
Minivans, or MPVs, are often seen as the automotive equivalent of giving up on life. boxy, bulky, and painfully practical. These kinds of vehicles you get when your weekends revolve around soccer practice and grocery runs. They’re supposed to haul kids and backpacks.
Apparently, nobody told that to the people over at Zeekr. Because they decided to make an MPV with the power of a BMW M3, styling from the 22nd century, and an interior pulled from a concept car. And that’s possibly the reason they called it ‘Mix’.
The Mix officially debuted in China in October, and there’s still no word yet on global availability. But if you’re thinking about importing one, you’ll want to know what exactly this bold box-on-wheels brings to the table. Is it all just flashy doors and futuristic flair, or is the Mix actually worth the hype?
Exterior and Interior
To say the Zeekr Mix’s styling is “futuristic” would be underselling it. I came across one of the reviewers calling it a robo-taxi. Well, I wouldn’t believe it if I personally weren’t impressed with the design. In fact, the SEA-M architecture that underpins this vehicle, developed by Geely, was also loaned to Waymo, the American driverless tech company, for their autonomous robo-taxi concept.
Now, let’s talk about the car. Mix has a smooth, panel-like front, flanked by slim horizontal LED lights, giving it that robotic look. There’s no traditional grille because there’s no need for one in an EV. Atop the windshield sits a RoboSense LiDAR unit, which adds to the Mix’s semi-autonomous-ready image.
The Zeekr Mix is 4.7 meters long, but what really sets it apart is its 3-meter wheelbase – same as a Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The wheels are pushed to the corners of the vehicle, giving it a squat, planted stance and maximizing interior space.
Along the side, the Mix is smooth and monolithic. But the real drama comes from the doors. The rear doors are mounted on top and bottom hinges, similar to a public bus, swinging outward.
When both doors open, they reveal something remarkable: no B-pillar. The Mix has a pillarless side opening, which creates a massive, unobstructed entrance. However, on closing, they interlock well to form a dual B-pillar, reinforced by an added roof structure for safety.
Inside? Space and lounge vibes. There’s like 1.33 meters of headroom inside. You could literally stand up in here if you were a kid. There’s so much open space and glass, it feels like a room, not a cabin.
The seats are totally modular. You can reconfigure them, move them back and forth. The floor is flat, and everything feels super flexible. The best part is that the front seats can rotate and face the back seats, and all that takes is just a push of a button. It’s all like running a PowerPoint animation.
Everything is designed with intention. You’ve got ambient lighting, rich materials, and cool textures. I love the yellow accents, the soft-touch surfaces, and the funky finishes.
There are USB ports in the back, cupholders, storage nooks, and even a refrigerator. There are also little hidden buttons to control everything, including rear climate and seat heating.
The center console slides forward and back electronically. There’s a touchscreen with various modes and customizations. Everything feels intuitive, futuristic, and fun.
Available Trims, Colors, and Accessories
Zeekr Mix is currently limited to China, and as of now, it’s not launched in any of the global markets. In its local market, Mix is offered in two variants: a base ”Smart Driving Edition” for ¥279,900 and a “Long-range Intelligent Driving Edition” for ¥299,900.
The key difference is primarily the battery packs. Other than multiple optional features in vehicles and accessories are available for both variants.
Currently, five exterior color options are available in Mix: Emerald Blue, Midnight White, Morning Mist Rice, Mist Grey, and Interstellar Purple
Power and Performance
Although two variants are available in Zeekr, power-wise, you get the same specifications in all. There’s a single motor that peaks up to 310 kW and 440 Nm torque. Geely says the van go from 0 to 100 km/h in about 6.8 seconds. I personally didn’t get to validate that.
As per other experts, I found out that the car has an extremely tight turning radius. It’s quite easy to make U-turns. Steering is quick and light. Since it’s steer-by-wire, there’s no mechanical connection. The square steering wheel can feel a bit weird at first, but they say you’ll get used it after a few drives.
Mileage and Fuel Efficiency
Battery-wise, you get two options in Zeekr Mix. There’s a 76 kWh LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery, 800V architecture, with up to 550 km CLTC range. Fast charges from 10 to 80% in 10 minutes.
Also, there’s a long-range variant with a 102 kWh NMC (Tertiary lithium) battery. It has a longer range (about 702 km CLTC), is still fast, but takes 15 minutes for 10 to 80%.
Competitors and Market Comparison
Since the Zeekr Mix is currently only available in China, it occupies a fairly unique niche in its domestic market - a premium, tech-forward electric MPV. But if Zeekr were to launch the Mix globally, it would face competition from a handful of similarly positioned electric MPVs in other markets.
In European markets, it could face competition from Volkswagen ID.Buzz and Mercedes Benz EQV. The edge Mix has is a comparatively better range, as both vehicles offer between 220 to 240 miles. Buzz, priced at $61,545, is a direct competitor. It blends retro charm with EV practicality, featuring sliding rear doors, configurable interiors, and strong brand recognition. EQV is a 7-seater electric MPV for the luxury brand, with a comparatively lower range of 222 miles.The upcoming Hyundai Staria is also one of the few MPVs that matches the Zeekr Mix in visual boldness. While the current model is ICE, an EV variant is planned. It will supposedly have a 84 kWh battery range and 200+ miles.So, one thing is clear: Zeekr Mix is going to be a leader in the MPV segment in the upcoming years with high-tech features, futuristic looks, and a much higher travel range, which any of the existing competitors fail to offer.