XPeng G6

XPeng G6
XPeng G6 in Shanghai
Overview
ManufacturerXPeng
Production2023–present
AssemblyChina: Guangzhou, Guangdong
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size crossover SUV
Body style5-door coupé SUV
Layout
PlatformSEPA 2.0 Platform
Powertrain
Electric motorAC induction/asynchronous, Permanent magnet motor
Power output
  • 190 kW (250 hp; 260 PS) (RWD Standard range models)
  • 218 kW (292 hp; 296 PS) (RWD Long range models)
  • 358 kW (480 hp; 487 PS) (AWD models / Performance models)
Transmission1-speed direct-drive reduction
Battery
  • 66 kWh (240 MJ) 800V Technology LFP (RWD STD Range models)
  • 87.5 kWh (315 MJ) lithium-NMC (RWD or AWD models)
Electric range
  • Maximum 755 km (469 mi) (CLTC)
  • Maximum 625 km (388 mi) (NEDC)
Plug-in chargingV2L: 2.2 kW
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,890 mm (113.8 in)
Length4,753 mm (187.1 in)
Width1,920 mm (75.6 in)
Height1,650 mm (65.0 in)
Kerb weight1,995–2,095 kg (4,398–4,619 lb)

The XPeng G6 (Chinese: 小鹏G6; pinyin: Xiǎopéng G6) is a battery-powered mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by Chinese electric car company XPeng. The G6 was unveiled in April 2023 during Auto Shanghai and it was launched in China in June.

History

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Rear view of Xpeng G6
Cockpit of Xpeng G6

On 18 April 2023, at Auto Shanghai, the world premiere of the fifth model in the portfolio of Xpeng took place.[1][2] The G6 expanded the SUV range, positioning itself between the compact G3i and the flagship G9 as a mid-size crossover.[3] The vehicle has been maintained in a minimalist design typical of other products of the company, distinguished by a slim silhouette with double-row headlights created by two closely spaced LED strips with a dotted line motif. They also crowned the rear part of the body, which, thanks to the sharply cut rear end with a sloping roofline, gave the Xpeng G6 SUV Coupe propositions.[4] At the lower edge of the body there is an opening spoiler on the Performance edition of the car, which, together with the aerodynamic proportions of the body, is to ensure optimal air flow.[5] The appearance design of the G6 was coordinated with renowned Chinese science fiction writer Liu Cixin.[6]

The G6 was created for sale in global markets. Deliveries of the first units began on 29 June 2023 in China,[7] with selected Western European markets to follow in 2024.[8]

Safety

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Euro NCAP test results
XPENG G6 Long Range (LHD) (2024)[9]
Test Points %
Overall:
Adult occupant: 35.5 88%
Child occupant: 42 85%
Pedestrian: 51.5 75%
Safety assist: 13.6 75%

Specifications

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The G6 is an electric car that was created in two drive variants. The basic one was equipped with one engine transferring the power of 296 hp (221 kW) to the rear axle,[10] while the top one, thanks to two engines and AWD drive, developed 480 hp (360 kW).[11] The basic battery has a capacity of 66 kWh (240 MJ) LFP, while the larger one is at 87.5 kWh (315 MJ) NMC.[4] During the premiere, XPeng declared that the G6 was equipped with a fast charging speed that allows user to complete up to 300 additional kilometers of range in 10 minutes,[12] which was possible to the use of a new generation of modular SEPA 2.0 platform adapted to such technology.[13]

References

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  1. ^ "XPeng debuts G6 coupe SUV on its next-gen EV platform with 469-mile range and 10 min charging". 18 April 2023. Retrieved 4 May 2023.
  2. ^ "Xpeng G6 coupe SUV premiered in Shanghai. Price and specs leaked". 18 April 2023. Retrieved 4 May 2023.
  3. ^ "XPeng G6 Coupe mid-size SUV pioneers SEPA 2.0 platform". Retrieved 4 May 2023.
  4. ^ a b "2023 XPeng G6 Is Probably The Brand's Most Important Model Yet". Retrieved 4 May 2023.
  5. ^ "New Xpeng G6 Is A Sci-Fi Inspired Electric Crossover Coupe". Retrieved 4 May 2023.
  6. ^ "XPENG Debuts G6 Ultra Smart Coupe SUV at Auto Shanghai 2023". Bloomberg News. Retrieved 4 May 2023.
  7. ^ Lei Kang (10 July 2023). "Xpeng starts deliveries of new SUV G6 in China". CnEVPost.
  8. ^ "2023 Xpeng G6 mid-size SUV to challenge the Tesla Model Y". 15 March 2023. Retrieved 4 May 2023.
  9. ^ https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/xpeng/g6/52567
  10. ^ "Single motor RWD (296 HP)". Retrieved 4 May 2023.
  11. ^ "2024 XPeng G6". Retrieved 4 May 2023.
  12. ^ "Chinese Tesla rival XPeng revealed a sleek, quick-charging SUV with more range than the Model Y — see the G6". Business Insider. Retrieved 4 May 2023.
  13. ^ "XPeng unveils new vehicle platform that promises faster model rollouts and greater cost savings". 16 April 2023. Retrieved 4 May 2023.
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