1. Why Performance Wagons Matter

As a longtime owner of a 400HP Subaru WRX wagon, I’ve always loved cars that combine speed with practicality.

True performance wagons deliver sports car handling with SUV-level cargo space – the ultimate “best of both worlds” vehicle.

Now in the electric vehicle era, this concept is evolving in exciting ways.

The ZEKR 001 first proved electric performance wagons could work. Now, its successor takes this idea further.

2. What Makes ZEKR 007 GT Special

2.1 Power Meets Precision

With 475kW (equivalent to 637 horsepower), this EV accelerates like a hypercar yet handles mountain roads with perfect control.

The weight distribution (48:52 front/rear) and advanced traction system make extreme power manageable.

Key Specs:

• 0-60 mph: 3.2 seconds
• Battery: 100 kWh
• Range: 382 miles (CLTC)

2.2 Shooting Brake Design Explained

While called a “hunting car” (猎装车) in Chinese marketing, think of it as:

• Sports car front section
• Wagon-style extended rear
• 19.2 cu.ft trunk space (expands to 52.8 cu.ft)

3. Mountain Road Test Drive

3.1 Four Peaks Mountain Route

The winding roads of Siming Mountain revealed:

• Instant torque response
• Predictive AWD system
• 50:50 weight balance in corners

3.2 Driver-Centric Features

Key features include:

• Steering wheel haptic feedback
• Regenerative braking customization
• Track mode for enthusiasts

4. Not Just a Modified 007

Despite sharing a name with ZEKR’s sedan:

• 87% new components
• Lower center of gravity (-1.2″)
• Wider track (+2.3″)

This isn’t an upgrade – it’s a complete reimagining of what an electric performance car can be.

5. Why This Changes the Game

Traditional gas-powered wagons struggle to match:

• Flat torque curve
• Near-silent operation
• Over-the-air performance updates

The 007 GT proves EVs can be both practical family vehicles and weekend canyon carvers.

6. Living With an Electric Wagon

6.1 Charging & Maintenance

Key benefits:

• 800V architecture: 10-80% charge in 19 mins
• Reduced maintenance vs gas counterparts

6.2 Real-World Usability

Practical features include:

• Rear seats fold flat for 8′ surfboards
• 7.6″ ground clearance (snow-friendly)
• Dog-friendly rubberized cargo area

7. The Verdict

After 300+ miles of testing:

Pros

• Thrilling acceleration
• Surprising practicality
• Cutting-edge tech

Cons

• Firm ride quality
• Learning curve for EV newbies

On a 1-10 scale? I’d give it a 9.2. This isn’t just a good electric car – it’s a great performance vehicle that happens to be electric.