Xpeng is considering launch of hybrid X9 MPV, its first EREV model, in Europe

Xpeng‘s founder and Ceo He Xiaopeng has revealed that the company is considering launching its hybrid models in Europe. The X9 extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) is Xpeng’s first EREV model and was launched late last week in its domestic market, with a starting price of 309,800 yuan ($43,580). For comparison, the fully electric version, which was upgraded earlier this year, is priced from 359,800 yuan ($50,620). 

The Ceo had stated at the latest earnings call that EREVs will be “crucial for accelerating the shift from ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) vehicles to NEV (New Energy Vehicles),” which include both hybrid and fully electric models. He further noted that the company has seen interest jump, especially in the north and inland China, attracting clients who hesitated on adopting battery electric vehicles (BEV). 

He Xiaopeng said that the brand’s new hybrid model could fit into its European lineup as an alternative for buyers who are not ready to go full-electric. “I think battery-electric is more important but extended-range EVs could work in some countries in Europe,” the chief executive noted. 

The X9 EREV can travel up to 1,602 km when the 60L fuel tank and the battery are fully charged, which granted the model a certification as the “World’s Longest-Range Large Seven-Seater” according to China Automotive Technology & Research Center. 

Under the hood, the Xpeng X9 EREV is powered by a range-extending system comprising a DAM15NTE 1.5T range extender and an electric motor. The engine boasts a thermal efficiency of 43.06% and a maximum power output of 110kW (150 Cv), while the electric motor delivers a maximum power of 210 kW (285,5 Cv). It is equipped with a 63.3 kWh battery pack. 

The X9 EREV achieves a CLTC pure electric range of 452km and a combined range of 1602km, with a fuel consumption rate of 6.4L/100km. It supports 5C fast charging, adding 313km of pure electric range in 10 minutes, and charging from 10% to 80% in 11.7 minutes. Additionally, it offers 6kW V2V/V2L external power discharge capabilities. 

The dimensions remain at 5316mm in length, 1988mm in width, and 1785mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3160mm, making it longer than the pure electric version. Inside, the Xpeng X9 EREV is equipped with a 17.3-inch central control screen and a 10.25-inch LCD instrument cluster, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295P cockpit chip. 

The interior layout largely mirrors the pure electric version. The new vehicle also incorporates a 21-inch panoramic HUD (Head-Up Display). This HUD system supports lane-level navigation integrated with SR (Spatial Recognition) environment display. The second row offers dual zero-gravity seats with control buttons conveniently located on the inner side of the armrests. The Xpeng X9 EREV will also feature a 21.4-inch second-row entertainment screen. The third-row seats support adjustment, backrest folding, and flip-and-stow functionality, with a 4/6 split-folding capability. 

Xpeng’s European lineup currently consists of the G6 and G9 SUVs (including both the earlier and 2025 versions), as well as the previous-generation P7 sedan, which remains on sale in some markets. The portfolio in Europe is expected to expand significantly next year with the arrival of the Mona series and the new P7 in 2026. 

Stellantis-backed Leapmotor is the only Chinese automaker offering extended-range technology in Europe, with its C10 mid-size Suv. The model is offered in both EREV and BEV versions. Under current EU duties, EREVs imported from China are subject to the same tariffs as fully electric vehicles and do not receive the exemption granted to plug-in hybrids (PHEV). Chinese automakers such as BYD and Chery, on the contrary, have built significant market share in Europe with PHEVs. 

However, Xpeng‘s Ceo sees the extended-range technology being more suitable for larger vehicles, such as multi-purpose vans. The X9 MPV is expected to take the “majority” of the model’s sales compared to the electric version, the company’s President Brian Gu said last week. EREV stands for Extended Range Electric Vehicle. It is a type of plug-in hybrid powertrain, where the internal combustion engine (ICE) isn’t connected to the wheels. Instead, it serves as a power generator, sending power to a battery and electric motors. Range extenders became popular in China as they are cheaper than their BEV counterparts. Moreover, EREVs help to deal with range anxiety problems.