Head-to-head
Zeekr X vs Jeep Avenger
Two suvs priced within $1,090 of each other. Here's where each pulls ahead on range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Zeekr X
Zeekr's smallest electric SUV — a Geely-built crossover with sharp performance (5.6s 0-100 in RWD). The 61 kWh LFP battery delivers 405 km WLTP and 230 kW DC fast charging.
- From
- $48,900
- Range
- 405 km
- Battery
- 61 kWh
Option B · SUV
Jeep Avenger
Jeep's first all-electric Australian offering — a Stellantis-platform small SUV (twin to the Alfa Junior). The 3-star ANCAP rating is the lowest on this list and worth noting.
- From
- $49,990
- Range
- 396 km
- Battery
- 54 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Zeekr X and Jeep Avenger, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
DC charging · advantage Zeekr X
The Zeekr X accepts 130 kW more DC peak charging (230 vs 100 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 2
Power · advantage Zeekr X
The Zeekr X puts down 135 kW more (250 vs 115 kW).
- 3
0–100 km/h · advantage Zeekr X
The Zeekr X is 3.4 s quicker to 100 km/h (5.6 s vs 9 s).
- 4
Battery · advantage Zeekr X
The Zeekr X carries a 7.0 kWh larger battery (61 vs 54 kWh).
- 5
Price · advantage Zeekr X
The Zeekr X undercuts the Jeep Avenger by $1,090 (2%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Zeekr X wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,090
- ▸ 9 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (5.6s vs 9s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (230 kW vs 100 kW)
Where the Jeep Avenger wins
Trails the Zeekr X on the core specs we measure.
Zeekr X
What we like
- ✓ Quick 5.6s 0-100 from the RWD variant
- ✓ 230 kW DC fast charging
- ✓ 5-star ANCAP rating
What we don't
- ✕ Modest 405 km WLTP range
- ✕ Zeekr service network limited outside cities
- ✕ Pricing climbs sharply for AWD
Jeep Avenger
What we like
- ✓ Genuine Jeep brand cachet
- ✓ Compact dimensions for city use
- ✓ 5-year vehicle warranty
What we don't
- ✕ Just 3 stars ANCAP (Dec 2024) — well below segment
- ✕ Modest 396 km WLTP range
- ✕ Small 355 L boot
Frequently asked: Zeekr X vs Jeep Avenger
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Zeekr X or the Jeep Avenger?
- The Zeekr X is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $48,900 versus $49,990 for the Jeep Avenger, a $1,090 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Zeekr X has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 405 km, 9 km further than the Jeep Avenger's 396 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Zeekr X accepts a peak DC charging rate of 230 kW versus 100 kW for the Jeep Avenger. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Zeekr X does 0–100 km/h in 5.6 seconds — 3.4 s quicker than the Jeep Avenger's 9.0 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- How do they compare on safety?
- The Zeekr X has a 5-star ANCAP rating versus 3 stars for the Jeep Avenger. ANCAP star ratings reflect testing under a specific protocol year — newer ratings are generally a higher bar than older ones, so always cross-check the test year.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Zeekr X
if…
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: city couples
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.