La XPENG G9 Performance embodies the technological quintessence and refinement of a premium electric SUV.
Designed to compete with “Sports Utility Vehicles” and launched in France in 2024, the G9 Performance SUV from Chinese car manufacturer XPENG redefines the standards of affordable luxury with a proposition that is powerful, elegant and innovative.
An elegant and assertive design
With its clean lines and aerodynamic profile, the SUV XPENG G9 Performance displays a sophisticated silhouette. Equipped with Michelin tires, its adaptive LED headlights, and its 21-inch rims reinforce its avant-garde look. Inside, the cabin offers exceptional comfort, especially in the rear seats, thanks to ample legroom, immense headroom for more light, generous elbow room, and the absence of a central tunnel, allowing three adults to comfortably fit.
Powerful and dynamic performance
Powered by two electric motors delivering a combined output of 551 hp (405 kW) and 717 Nm of torque, this car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3,9 seconds. Its top speed is limited to 200 km/h. The chassis, developed with engineers based in Germany, ensures remarkable handling and road holding, delivering a dynamic and responsive driving experience, even on winding roads.
On-board technology: a concentration of innovation
The G9 SUV features the advanced XPILOT 4.0 driver assistance system, based on a centralized electronic architecture and integrated LiDAR sensors. Its user interface, powered by NVIDIA DRIVE Orin chips, offers scalable artificial intelligence capabilities via OTA updates. The cabin is equipped with multiple screens, including one dedicated to the front passenger, and offers features such as seat heating, ventilation, and massage for personalized comfort.
In a rapidly changing automotive world, the XPENG G9 Performance is positioned as a figurehead of the new generation of luxury electric SUVs.
Focus on the innovations that make this model much more than just an electric SUV.
XPILOT 4.0: On-board intelligence
The G9 Performance model features the latest version of the XPILOT 4.0 assisted driving system, the true brain of the vehicle. Powered by NVIDIA DRIVE Orin chips, this system relies on a battery of cutting-edge sensors, including two discreet LiDARs integrated into the bodywork. The result: impressively precise semi-autonomous driving, with seamless anticipation of road behavior. This SUV of the future parks itself; you just have to choose a space in the parking lot; and it obeys "at the touch of a button" via your smartphone!
Better still, the system evolves through OTA (over-the-air) updates, making the car smarter over time.
Ultra-fast charging at 800V: the future is already here
One of the SUV's greatest assets lies in its 800V electric architecture, a feat rarely seen outside of the very high-end. Thanks to this, the car can charge at 300 kW, allowing:
- 100 km of autonomy in just 5 minutes
- 10 to 80% battery in about 20 minutes
A major asset for long journeys, offering real freedom without the usual constraints of electric vehicles.
Xopera 5D: a multi-sensory sound experience
Inside, the audio experience reaches new heights. The Xopera system integrates 28 speakers to create an immersive soundscape. But XPENG goes further with “5D” reproduction: the sound is combined with seat vibrations, lighting effects, and ventilation synchronized with music or multimedia content, with separate screens for the driver and passenger (the driver does not see the passenger screen while driving). A concept worthy of a high-tech living room on wheels.
Premium comfort from driver to passengers
The G9 Performance's human-machine interface impresses with its masterful modernity. Two 15-inch screens sit at the center of the dashboard, boasting remarkable fluidity and well-thought-out ergonomics. The intelligent voice assistant works even offline, managing everything from seat massage to multi-zone climate control.
XPENG strives to offer all passengers an experience worthy of the finest luxury sedans. The quiet operation and high-quality, practical, and secure onboard technologies make for a relaxing and restful journey.
Complete and scalable connectivity
Everything in the G9 SUV is designed for connectivity:
- Remote vehicle control via XPENG app
- Smart navigation with automatic charging planning
- Regular software updates to improve handling, ergonomics and functionality
With the release of the G9 Performance, XPENG has made a big splash. Elegant and functional design, a refined and comfortable interior, advanced onboard technologies, and top-flight performance, all starting at €73. The G990 model doesn't just follow the trend: it redefines the codes of the premium electric SUV. A serious, disruptive, and irresistibly avant-garde alternative.
The XPENG G9 Performance stands out for its exceptional technology/price ratioFor just over €73, it offers features worthy of luxury SUVs that are much more expensive. Its technological arsenal is impressive, its interior comfort seduces, and its software upgrade potential heralds a car designed to last.
It's clear that this new high-end vehicle isn't just a "Chinese Tesla": it's a serious, bold competitor with proven and already highly advanced equipment. XPENG isn't just following the trend: it's redefining the codes of tomorrow's premium electric SUV with a high-performance, disruptive, and irresistibly avant-garde alternative.
XPENG: The New Ambassador of Chinese Electric Automobiles
In recent years, China has become not only the world's automotive powerhouse, but also a leading technological player. Among the most prominent manufacturers: XPENG Motors, or Xiaopeng Motors, a name that is still discreet in Europe but which is already establishing itself as a serious competitor to Tesla, particularly on its own playing field: the smart electric car.
A Lightning Rise
Founded in 2014 in Guangzhou by He Xiaopeng, former president of the company UCWeb (subsidiary of the Alibaba group), XPENG displays a clear ambition: build high-end, smart, and affordable electric vehiclesIn less than a decade, the manufacturer has raised billions of dollars, attracted major technology partners and launched several models praised for their design and innovation.
Technology at the Heart of the Strategy
XPENG is not just a car manufacturer, it is also a technology company. It develops the majority of its software components internally and invests heavily in autonomous driving. In 2023, it launched the XNGP, an advanced assisted driving system using Lidar and artificial intelligence, capable of managing complex urban environments without human intervention.
Another key innovation: the infrastructure of ultra-fast charging XPENG S4, with stations deployed in major Chinese cities, allowing a recharge from 10 to 80% in less than 15 minutes.
The International Offensive
XPENG makes no secret of its global ambitions. Already present in Norway, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Germany, the brand plans to expand its presence in Europe and even enter the North American market by 2026. It recently signed a strategic partnership with the Volkswagen Group for the co-development of new smart vehicles for China.
With its unique combination of modern design, high technology and aggressive industrial strategy, XPENG establishes itself as a key player in global electric mobilityAt a time when European manufacturers are questioning the energy transition, XPENG is moving forward at high speed, determined to get ahead of the curve.
Patrick Koune
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