The Zeekr 009 Is the Best People Mover You Can Buy Right Now

If you're still defaulting to a large luxury SUV to haul the family around Perth, the Zeekr 009 wants a word with you. This electric people mover has just taken out the top spot in the 2026 CarExpert Choice Awards for Best People Mover — and after spending time with it, the result makes complete sense.

What Beat the Ford Tourneo and Kia Carnival?

The 009 was up against two strong finalists — the Ford Tourneo and the Kia Carnival. Both are solid, practical choices that most WA families would be happy with. But the Zeekr 009 isn't playing in the same league. It's significantly more expensive than either rival, and it earns every cent of that premium.

The interior is genuinely luxurious — not just "nice for a people mover" luxurious, but properly appointed with technology and refinement that embarrasses a lot of prestige SUVs. The second-row seats offer heating, ventilation, massage, memory and power adjustment. The ride is handled by adaptive air suspension that smooths out everything from Scarborough's speed humps to the long stretches of highway on a run down to Mandurah or up to Joondalup.

Performance is another conversation entirely. The outputs exceed those of a Porsche 911 GT3. In a people mover. That's not a feature most buyers will use daily, but it tells you something about the engineering ambition behind this vehicle.

Why WA Buyers Should Take This Seriously

For Perth families running multiple school runs, weekend sport commitments and the occasional long drive, a people mover already makes more practical sense than a large SUV. You get more space, better third-row access, and — in the Zeekr's case — a far more comfortable place to spend time in stop-start traffic on the Mitchell Freeway.

Being fully electric also matters in WA right now. With fuel prices at the bowser continuing to sting, locking in zero fuel costs on your daily driving is a genuine financial advantage. Home charging overnight means you're starting every morning with a full "tank" without a trip to the servo.

For business owners or executives who need to transport clients, the 009 also presents a compelling corporate case. The rear cabin experience rivals dedicated chauffeur vehicles at a fraction of the running cost.

Chinese automakers have been quietly building some of the most impressive people movers on the market for years, and the Zeekr 009 is the clearest proof of that yet. If you're in the market for something that genuinely does everything better — more space, more comfort, more technology, zero emissions — this is the one to put at the top of your shortlist.

Ready to compare your options? The AutoReady WA team can help you cut through the noise and find the right vehicle for your situation.