[8] The top-tier Zeekr 001 variant features dual electric motors on the front and rear axles, delivering a combined output of 536 hp (400 kW; 543 PS) and 700 N⋅m (516 lb⋅ft) of torque.

[10] In 2023, a special edition limited to 1,000 units was released, equipped with a 140 kWh CATL Qilin battery, enabling a range of up to 1,000 km (621 mi).

[12][13] Upgraded Zeekr 001 offers an option for 140 kWh CATL Qilin batteries, with a maximum range that can exceed 1,000 kilometers.

[14] In February 2024, the Zeekr 001 underwent a significant update, adopting an exterior design inspired by the 001 FR performance variant revealed earlier.

[19] Zeekr rejected requests to upgrade older vehicles to the new Haohan system, citing hardware incompatibility.

[20][21] In September 2023, Zeekr unveiled the 001 FR (Future Road), a limited-edition performance model equipped with quad electric motors delivering a total of 1,248 hp (931 kW; 1,265 PS).

[23] The car features track-level brakes and suspension, carbon fiber components, and a "tank turn" mode.

The company stated its plan to ramp up production during 2022 with a target of 70,000 vehicles,[29] and continuing to prioritize local market customers ahead of a global roll-out in 2023.