After picking up my car over a month ago, my G9 has already gone nearly 5000 kilometers. I feel that this car becomes more and more delightful to drive as I continue to do so. Especially after the OTA update to version 4.1.0, I felt like the car really took on a new level of performance.
Allow me to share the three things I’ve been most satisfied with during my short period of ownership:
- Full-scenario voice command version 2.0
I found the voice command feature of the P7 to be quite user-friendly before, with fast response and strong natural language processing capabilities. However, there was one minor issue I had; I had to use the wake-up phrase “Hello, XPeng” every time, which wasn’t a problem when driving alone but got a bit embarrassing when there were friends (especially those I hadn’t met before) in the car. I’m sure many of you understand this sense of awkwardness. 😂
Now, with the new G9 version 2.0 voice command system, I can have hands-free conversations at any time in the car, which instantly addresses my original issue. The system’s reaction speed has improved to milliseconds and begins executing instructions immediately after I finish speaking. Additionally, I no longer have to worry about awkward wake-up phrases; the only surprise expression comes from my passengers…Haha! 😄
- One-click Bed Mode for Sleeping Space
As an outdoor camping enthusiast, I had heard about the specially adapted smart mattress for G9 that can be turned into a bed with just one click. So, I took the opportunity to try it out and see if it is really user-friendly or not.
Firstly, open the sleeping space function in the car’s touch screen display (which can also be activated by voice command through Xiao P), then lower the rear headrests and automatically adjust the backrest of the rear seats by following the instructions displayed on the car’s touch screen. Once you have completed the initial steps, the mattress will automatically start inflating. As the air fills up, the mattress will also automatically open from the box, forming a large bed in approximately 5 minutes.
After the bed is made, you can’t wait to lie down on it – it is so soft and comfortable! Then, turn on the air conditioning, the scented aroma, and the music to enjoy a sweet and sound sleep. It is too comfortable to resist! 🥰
As for our own experience during the driving trip over the Spring Festival holiday, we slept in the car for two nights instead of choosing the overpriced hotels. We found it both comfortable and cost-saving. We highly recommend fellow G9 owners to give it a try! 😊
3. Further improvement in NGP reliability
This year, during the Spring Festival, I and my friend drove to Xichang and played in Panzhihua for several days. We drove about 2000 kilometers in total, and together with my friend, we witnessed the beauty of Qionghai Lake, ancient cities, hot springs, starry sky, sunshine, flowers, and food. 🥰
Everything was perfect, except for the fact that we encountered a huge traffic jam on the way back. The normal 10-hour drive took 15 hours due to the traffic, and we drove continuously from the afternoon until the early morning of the next day! 😂
Fortunately, after the OTA upgrade, the reliability of G9’s NGP was significantly improved. Particularly, in face of congested scenes, G9’s following and starting response is faster, the braking is gentler, and sudden braking occurs less frequently. Comfort has also greatly improved, making it more like a human veteran driver. It can be said that NGP deserves a big credit for holding on for the 15 hours of the return trip, greatly easing the driver’s fatigue, and thus deserves a big thumbs-up! 👍
In short, after this period of intensive use, I feel that the G9’s full-scene intelligence is not just a slogan, but there are many more surprises waiting for friends to discover! 😊
This article is a translation by ChatGPT of a Chinese report from 42HOW. If you have any questions about it, please email bd@42how.com.