{"id":814525,"date":"2026-07-21T14:35:16","date_gmt":"2026-07-21T14:35:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/814525\/"},"modified":"2026-07-21T14:35:16","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T14:35:16","slug":"xpeng-australia-announces-new-model-onslaught-to-tackle-tesla-zeekr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/814525\/","title":{"rendered":"Xpeng Australia announces new-model onslaught to tackle Tesla, Zeekr"},"content":{"rendered":"

A rejuvenated Xpeng has announced plans to launch four new models in Australia over the next six months as it looks to boost its lineup beyond a single vehicle, the G6<\/a> SUV, and expand its local operation.<\/p>\n

Speaking at its first Brand Day in Melbourne, Xpeng head of marketing and creativity Damian Royce announced the local new-model onslaught, which will also include an updated version of the G6 and coincide with an expansion of its dealer network from 13 to 50 dealers.<\/p>\n

The fresh nameplates include the seven-seat X9 electric people mover scheduled to arrive in the third quarter (July-September) of 2026, a rival to the Denza D9<\/a>, Volkswagen ID. Buzz<\/a> and Zeekr 009<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Xpeng has confirmed two X9 model grades will be offered in Australia, starting with a front-wheel drive Standard Range from $89,900 before on-road costs, with a Performance AWD (all-wheel drive) flagship at $109,900 before on-road costs.<\/p>\n

While the people mover is sold as an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) in China, Australia will only receive the EV versions.<\/p>\n

The X9 sits on an 800V electrical architecture, with the Standard Range using a 94.8kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery for a range of 535km (WLTP), while the Performance has a 580km WLTP range from its 110kWh nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery.<\/p>\n

It comes with ‘5C’ ultra-fast charging, enabling a 10-80 per cent battery top-up in as little as 12 minutes, and Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability.<\/p>\n

The X9 is set to arrive around the same time as the updated G6 electric SUV, which was the first and is currently the only model in local showrooms after Xpeng was launched here in 2024.<\/p>\n

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A rival to the Tesla Model Y<\/a>, BYD Sealion 7<\/a> and Zeekr 7X<\/a>, the updated G6 will have an expanded lineup of four model grades, with a lower starting price of $51,800 for the single-motor Standard Range offering up to 480km of WLTP range.<\/p>\n

The G6 Long Range brings up to 525km of range on a single charge from a larger 80.8kWh LFP battery, and offers the same 12-minute ultra-fast charging for a 10-80 per cent battery replenishment and V2L capability.<\/p>\n

Two Performance versions will also be offered, both powered by a 358kW\/660Nm dual-motor setup for a 4.15-second 0-100km\/h claim, priced from $63,800 before on-road costs.<\/p>\n

In the final quarter of the year (October-December), the Xpeng L03 is scheduled for local dealerships, a rival to the BYD Atto 3<\/a> and Geely EX5<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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The entry-level L03 is a more affordable mid-size SUV from Xpeng’s Mona sub-brand pitched at younger buyers, with overseas models measuring 4650mm long, 1920mm wide and 1600mm tall, with its 2850mm wheelbase the same as the Toyota bZ4X’s<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Xpeng Australia didn’t confirm pricing or local specification of the L03, which in China is priced from \u00a5123,800 (~A$26,000) for the entry-level version through to \u00a5156,800 (~$33,000), around the same price as the Chinese-market Geely Galaxy E5. The Geely is known as the EX5 in Australia, where it opens at $41,990 plus on-road costs.<\/p>\n

The L03 range uses a 183kW\/280Nm single electric motor, with lower models featuring a 56kWh battery for up to 550km (CLTC) of range, while a 69kWh battery extends this to 650km (CLTC).<\/p>\n

An EREV version is also offered overseas, using a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and 37.2kWh battery, with 315-325km (CLTC) of electric driving range as part of a total 1330-1380km driving range.<\/p>\n

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The cabin includes electrically adjustable front seats with leather upholstery on both rows, a 15.6-inch centre touchscreen and a surround-view camera system, while higher-spec models include an additional ‘Turing’\u00a0processor\u00a0chip.<\/p>\n

The L03 will arrive around the same time as the Xpeng G9L large SUV \u2013 with Australia missing out on the outgoing G9, as it’s towards the end of its model cycle. <\/p>\n

The new G9L is similar in size to the Kia EV9<\/a> and Volvo EX90<\/a> electric SUVs.<\/p>\n

Australia is set for both EREV and EV versions, although pricing and specific details for both local and China models are yet to be announced.<\/p>\n

A recent Chinese government filing, however, confirmed the G9L will be offered with a 270kW single-motor rear-wheel drive powertrain, with all-wheel drive variants gaining a 160kW electric motor up front. EREV versions use a 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine.<\/p>\n

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The fifth model to arrive is the Xpeng L05, which is scheduled to arrive in January 2027. As the name suggests, it sits above the\u00a0L03\u00a0in terms of price and size, measuring 4870mm long, 1930mm wide and 1636mm tall on a 2940mm wheelbase.<\/p>\n

It uses the same EV and EREV powertrains as the L03, with both expected to be offered when it launches in Australia. Full details of this new model are yet to be revealed in China.<\/p>\n

The onslaught comes after Xpeng Australia and New Zealand took over the Chinese brand’s local distribution from TrueEV in April 2026<\/a>, with the brand launched under the previous distributor in late 2024<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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The two companies are now in a court battle regarding the move, with TrueEV dropped less than two years into a five-year deal.<\/p>\n

Xpeng recently said it will honour cashback offers<\/a> for customers who purchased vehicles under TrueEV as it looks to expand its reach, announcing plans to increase its current 13 dealers to 50 in 2027.<\/p>\n

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