Zeekr 001 Canada: The Premium Shooting Brake

A Unique Format That Stands Out in Canada

The shooting brake is a body style that's all but vanished from North American roads. Yet the Zeekr 001 might just bring it back to Canadian highways. This electric vehicle combines the silhouette of a sport sedan with the practical space of a wagon, and honestly, it's exactly the kind of smart compromise Canadian families need. Picture a car that looks like a Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo but costs half the price. That's the 001.

Since its launch in China in 2021, the Zeekr 001 has sold over 200,000 units. That's no accident. The vehicle has been refined over three years of production, and the 2025 version represents the best of the bunch. For the Canadian market, the big question remains the 100% import tariff, but Zeekr has plans to work around that obstacle.

Performance and Range: The Numbers That Matter

The Zeekr 001 comes in three battery configurations. The entry version packs 66 kWh, the mid-range gets 95 kWh, and the long-range version carries a massive 100 kWh pack using CATL's Qilin cells. That last one promises 780 km on the CLTC cycle. In winter conditions in Ottawa or Edmonton, realistically expect 500-520 km. That's more than enough for a round trip from Montreal to Québec City without stopping to charge.

On the performance side, the dual-motor version puts out 544 horsepower and does 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds. It's not as brutal as a Tesla Model S Plaid, but it's more than enough for confident highway merges on the 401. The handling is remarkable thanks to standard adaptive air suspension and CCD adjustable dampers. On Québec's pothole-riddled spring roads, that's a genuine advantage.

Space and Versatility for Canadian Life

This is where the shooting brake format really makes sense in Canada. The 001's trunk offers 587 litres with seats up, expanding to a cavernous 1,560 litres with the rear bench folded. That's more than a Tesla Model Y. You can fit skis, a hockey bag, or the Christmas tree without any trouble. The hands-free power tailgate opens with a foot gesture -- practical when your arms are full coming out of Canadian Tire.

The cabin comfortably seats five adults. The 14.7-inch screen is command central, and the system supports both wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Front seats are ventilated and heated (obviously, we're in Canada), and the steering wheel is heated too. The standard electrochromic panoramic glass roof adds a touch of luxury you won't find on a base Model 3.

Estimated Pricing and Canadian Incentives

[Updated April 2026] With the 100% tariff replaced by a 6.1% quota system in March 2026, and the European assembly option via Volvo Belgium, the Canadian price of the 001 could land between $48,000 and $62,000 CAD. That's a range that would put it in direct competition with the Tesla Model Y Long Range ($54,990), the Hyundai Ioniq 6 ($52,999), and the BMW i4 eDrive40 ($58,000). For the space and versatility on offer, the value proposition would be unbeatable.

[Updated April 2026] In Québec, the $2,000 Roulez vert rebate (reduced from $7,000 in January 2026, ending December 2026) would bring the starting price to around $46,000 CAD. Chinese-built EVs get $0 federal EVAP. If assembled in Europe, the 001 could qualify for the $5,000 EVAP rebate. CleanBC ended November 2025. In Ontario, no provincial rebate, but the base price remains competitive.

The Service Network: Key to Canadian Success

Zeekr's biggest challenge in Canada isn't the product -- it's the sales and service infrastructure. Canadians, quite rightly, hesitate to buy a car from a brand without an established dealer network. Zeekr knows this and is working on two fronts. First, company-owned showrooms in major cities: Toronto (Yorkville), Montreal (downtown), and Vancouver (Broadway). Second, partnerships with the Volvo network for after-sales service.

This hybrid strategy is clever. Volvo already has 43 service points across Canada, which would give Zeekr owners immediate access to a network of trained, equipped mechanics. That's a considerable advantage over brands like BYD or Chery that are starting from zero. The question is timing: Zeekr is aiming for 2027, but tariff uncertainties could push that date back.

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