The XPeng P7i has been test driven, and it’s much more than just the LIDAR and 8155 chipset. It can be said that it’s the biggest optimization on the existing platform, even though it can’t compare to the latest platform of the G9. 
Compared to the pain points of the old models, almost all have been resolved. I am more concerned about the improved heat management function and the addition of a heat pump air conditioning. Because the current P7’s winter range is almost 40-50% less. 
Then the steering wheel was changed to the same type as the G9, and it seems to have a heated steering wheel! The comfort of the seats and the rear seats have been significantly improved, the seats are much softer now. 
I wanted the Bluetooth key, external speaker, and electric tailgate, all of which are now available. There is also an external button for the trunk, and almost all the big issues that we previously criticized have been resolved. 
The car’s onboard system has been updated with the 8155 chipset and a 5G module, and the UI has also been changed. But I think it’s not as good-looking as our current model, the green shade is a bit discordant with my idea of a tech feel with the color scheme. 
The XNGP and G9 are at the same level, so there’s nothing to worry about, and the XNGP will be gradually rolled out in cities. 
Finally, what surprised me the most was the improved handling! P7’s handling was already good, but this time it also added a driver mode, the instrument panel can display G values, and the driving mode can adaptively adjust the best throttle and brake force and ESP intervention time.The limit of the test drive is much stronger than before, but I still prefer the G9’s Geek mode. It would be great if both were available.
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