How Is Xpeng Revolutionizing EVs with AI?

On August 29, the 28th Chengdu International Auto Show opened, with Xpeng Motors presenting the theme “AI Changes the World” and showcasing products including the all-new Xpeng P7, Xpeng G7, 2025 Xpeng X9, Xpeng MONA M03, and the new generation humanoid robot IRON. The Xpeng exhibit is located at Hall 11 H1106, featuring multiple AI cars and humanoid robots, along with several core technology demonstration areas showcasing Xpeng Turing AI Smart Driving, Xpeng Turing AI Chips, Xpeng Battery Packs, and 5C ultra-fast charging technologies. On the first day of the show, the all-new Xpeng P7 witnessed its first delivery in Chengdu at Chunxi Road Pedestrian Street.

Xpeng Motors’ financial report for the second quarter shows a revenue of 18.27 billion yuan, marking a year-on-year growth of 125.3%; quarterly deliveries reached 103,181 units, up 241.6% year-on-year; with a gross margin increase to 17.3% and cash reserves climbing to 47.57 billion yuan. R&D spending for Q2 amounted to 2.21 billion yuan.

In the first half of the year, Xpeng Motors launched multiple updated models, driving Q2 delivery volumes to a historic high. Notably, the Xpeng G6 and Xpeng G9 frequently secured the top spot in domestic segments; the Xpeng X9 consistently maintained its position as the top-selling high-end pure electric MPV for two consecutive months, also leading in markets like Hong Kong and Thailand; cumulative deliveries of the Xpeng MONA M03 exceeded 160,000 units. In the second half of the year, Xpeng Motors plans to introduce several new products, with the “AI Smart Family SUV” Xpeng G7 already launched.

The all-new Xpeng P7 was officially launched on August 27, with four models priced between 219,800 and 301,800 yuan. In the fourth quarter, the first model of the Kunpeng Super Electric series, the Xpeng X9, will be introduced. At the Q2 earnings meeting, He Xiaopeng stated that from September, the company’s monthly delivery volumes will exceed 40,000 units.

The technical strategic cooperation between Xpeng Motors and the Volkswagen Group has been upgraded, with jointly developed electronic and electrical architectures integrated into Volkswagen’s pure electric vehicle platforms in the Chinese market and extending to ICE and plug-in hybrid vehicle platforms.

The all-new Xpeng P7 is launched with initial deliveries starting. The new vehicle features a three-axis dynamic screen, Touch Pad, three-spoke sport steering wheel, and integrated sport seats. All models are equipped with three Turing AI chips with a computing power of 2250 TOPS. The vehicle adopts a mid-mounted electric drive layout, equipped with a front double-wishbone and rear five-link suspension.

The new Xpeng P7 is equipped with the “858” battery pack, supporting a 10-minute charge for 525km and a maximum CLTC range of 820km. In terms of active safety, it features the world’s first AES (Automatic Emergency Steering) for slippery roads.

Chengdu’s potential for new energy consumption continues to rise. In the first half of 2025, Chengdu’s new energy penetration rate reached 47.1%. Xpeng Motors’ overseas business is accelerating, with cumulative overseas market deliveries from January to July 2025 reaching 21,701 units, a year-on-year growth of 174%. In July, the first Xpeng X9 produced locally in Indonesia was officially delivered.

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