XPeng Unveils G9L SUV and Drone Vehicle at Paris Motor Show

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer XPeng unveiled its new G9L luxury SUV and a futuristic vehicle featuring a two-person drone in the trunk at the Paris Motor Show on October 15, 2026, positioning the brand to challenge Tesla in the European market with advanced artificial intelligence and autonomous driving features.

Vehicle Pricing and Specifications Across European Markets

The XPeng G9L enters the Belgian market with a starting price of 74,990 euros for the Long Range Ultra version featuring seven seats and a 106.7 kWh battery, according to reporting by Autogids. Autofans noted that the vehicle measures 5.12 meters in length with a nearly two-meter width and a 3.10-meter wheelbase, positioning it alongside large luxury vehicles while undercutting established European competitors on price.

Buyers seeking additional power can opt for the AWD Performance version at 79,990 euros, which delivers 586 horsepower from dual motors and accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds. For 85,990 euros, customers can acquire the six-seat AWD Performance variant, which equips the second row with electrically adjustable captain chairs featuring integrated footrests, heating, ventilation, and massage functions.

Standard equipment across the lineup includes adaptive air suspension, soft-close doors, and a center console refrigerator. Lower-tier trims require an additional 4,990 euros for the Premium Cockpit Package, while the top-tier six-seater includes it at no extra charge. This package incorporates automatically opening doors, window sunshades, and deploying side steps.

G9L Uses 800-Volt Architecture for Fast Charging

Autogids reported that the G9L utilizes an 800-volt architecture and 5C charging technology designed to replenish the battery from 10 to 80 percent in 11.7 minutes under optimal conditions. Real-world charging speeds will depend on the compatibility of available European high-power chargers. The vehicle also supports a 6 kW Vehicle-to-Load function to power external electrical devices.

XPeng Brings Advanced Automated Driving to Europe

XPeng aims to establish itself as a technology company rather than a traditional automaker. Nieuwsblad reported that XPeng is the first brand after Tesla to offer an advanced automated driving assistant in Europe. Chief Executive Officer He Xiaopeng demonstrated the system by driving through traffic around the Arc de Triomphe without hands on the steering wheel.

The company relies on its proprietary Turing Chip, designed to process visual data and movement by mimicking human neural functions across vehicles, drones, and humanoid robots. Autogids noted that XPeng plans to deploy its Navigation Guided Pilot system via software updates starting in 2027, subject to local regulatory approvals and compliance.

Magna Steyr Assembles European Models in Austria

XPeng produces its European models primarily through an assembly partnership with Magna Steyr in Graz, Austria, where preliminary production runs for the G9L are already complete, according to Autogids. Nieuwsblad reported that the company currently maintains an annual sales volume of approximately 500,000 vehicles, placing it behind market leader Tesla.

In addition to its automotive lineup, XPeng exhibited a futuristic vehicle named the Aridge featuring a two-person drone in the trunk, a configuration targeting buyers in the Middle East. The firm also showcased humanoid robots intended for commercial availability in Europe by the end of 2027. Volkswagen holds an equity stake in XPeng and collaborates with the brand on technology integration in China, leaving open the possibility of further manufacturing and technological partnerships across the European market.