Electric car backflip? Volvo's sister brand Zeekr to launch two plug-in hybrid models in 2025: Reports

The head of Geely-owned car brand Zeekr has confirmed the once-EV-only company will flip to launch two plug-in hybrids in 2025.

Chinese automotive media reports that during an investor presentation, Zeekr CEO Andy An revealed plans to launch three models in 2025, two of which are set to have plug-in hybrid (PHEV) options.

Along with the reports from CarNewsChina, a press release referencing the investor updates also confirmed the brand’s plans to deliver 320,000 vehicles in 2025.

Of the three vehicles to launch, there's more details relating to one of the non-PHEV models, with a wagon version of the brand’s existing 007 sedan set to launch in quarter two, 2025.

According to reports, a large SUV is set to debut in Q3 and a mid-size SUV in Q4, both with a choice of fully electric and PHEV powertrains.

From the information available it’s unlikely the mid-size SUV will be closely related to the already-revealed Zeekr 7X.

Set to be joined by the incoming 7X, the Zeekr X small SUV and 009 people mover are already available to order in Australia, though it’s unclear yet whether either of the PHEVs will end up on the list.

The 007 sedan isn’t set for a launch Down Under, however its platform underpins the 7X. As it remains off the cards for Australia, it’s unlikely the wagon version will join Zeekr’s local line-up.

Zeekr’s shift from a self-professed “pure electric vehicle brand” has gradually developed over recent months as global trends for EV sales cool off slightly.

Plug-in hybrids have seen an increase in popularity even here in Australia, perhaps able to be attributed to more understanding of the technology and a gradual improvement of the battery tech that underpins them.