Xpeng Unveils First Extended-Range Hybrid X9 MPV for Global Expansion
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xpeng Motors has officially revealed images and details of its first extended-range electric vehicle (EREV), a hybrid variant of its X9 multi-purpose vehicle. Scheduled for release in the fourth quarter of 2025, this model marks Xpeng's strategic shift from a pure EV maker to a diversified automotive brand. The company aims to leverage hybrid technology to accelerate expansion into overseas markets, particularly Europe, where pure EV adoption has slowed. Testing involved over 1,000 vehicles across 20 countries, with speculation suggesting an all-electric range of at least 450 kilometers. The vehicle features a lithium-ion battery from CALB and a range extender from Harbin Dongan Auto Engine. This launch aligns with broader market trends in China, where plug-in hybrid and EREV sales are growing significantly faster than pure electric vehicles. Xpeng plans to introduce additional EREV models, including a G9 variant and an affordable entry-level car, to support its ambitious target of selling 380,000 units in 2025.
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Xpeng Unveils First Extended-Range Hybrid X9 MPV for Global Expansion
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xpeng Motors has officially revealed images and details of its first extended-range electric vehicle (EREV), a hybrid variant of its X9 multi-purpose vehicle. Scheduled for release in the fourth quarter of 2025, this model marks Xpeng's strategic shift from a pure EV maker to a diversified automotive brand. The company aims to leverage hybrid technology to accelerate expansion into overseas markets, particularly Europe, where pure EV adoption has slowed. Testing involved over 1,000 vehicles across 20 countries, with speculation suggesting an all-electric range of at least 450 kilometers. The vehicle features a lithium-ion battery from CALB and a range extender from Harbin Dongan Auto Engine. This launch aligns with broader market trends in China, where plug-in hybrid and EREV sales are growing significantly faster than pure electric vehicles. Xpeng plans to introduce additional EREV models, including a G9 variant and an affordable entry-level car, to support its ambitious target of selling 380,000 units in 2025.
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