The camo-ed vehicle was spotted in Glenmarie (which is where Xpeng Malaysia is headquartered), strongly pointing towards a local launch on the horizon. The pre-facelift G6 launched in Malaysia in August 2024, so it wouldn’t be unreasonable to expect Xpeng Malaysia to be preparing this facelift for arrival.
China gets three variants priced at RMB176,800 (RM105k), RMB186,800 (RM111k) and RMB198,800 (RM118k), with CLTC ranges of 625 km for the first two (thanks to a 68.5 kWh battery) and 725 km for the third (courtesy of an 80.8 kWh battery). All three variants have one 296 PS/450 Nm motor driving the rear wheels, enabling a 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
Comparatively, the pre-facelift‘s battery capacities and CLTC ranges are 66 kWh/580 km and 87.5 kWh/755 km. In other words, the smaller battery’s now bigger and the bigger battery’s now smaller, and the ranges correspond accordingly.
Perhaps most significantly, the 800-volt EV’s charging multiplier has been boosted from 3C to 5C. Theoretically, this means you’ll get a full battery in a fifth of an hour. Indeed, Xpeng says 10-80% will take a speedy 12 minutes. It is still unknown if the G6 facelift will get a dual-motor version. The pre-facelift’s AWD variant, which is not available in Malaysia (yet?), has 487 PS, 660 Nm of torque and a 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
The Xpeng logo was the only thing preventing the pre-facelift from having a full-width front light bar; the facelift can have it now since the logo’s been moved up to the bonnet. Also new are the alloys, ducktail spoiler and blackened bits including the bodykit and brake callipers.
The 1,920 mm width, 1,650 mm height and 2,890 mm wheelbase carry over; only length has increased 5 mm to 4,758 mm. Inside, a new 15.6-inch touchscreen (previously 14.9 inches) complements the unchanged 10.25-inch digital instrument panel. The steering wheel now has capacitive touch controls, the air vents have been reshaped and the front seats now have a massage function.
The rear seat backrests have 12 adjustment levels from 27-38.4 degrees, while the ambient lighting now has a ‘galaxy rhythm array’ and ‘four-door diffuse reflection’ – whatever that means. Upgraded materials too – suede headlining, door panel leather, wood grain dashboard trim and more soft-touch stuff in the wireless charging area.
Like the X9 facelift, the G6 facelift’s smart driving system is powered by Xpeng’s self-developed Turing AI chip. The hardware includes two Nvidia Drive Orin chips with a total computing power of 508 TOPS.
2025 Xpeng G6 facelift at Auto Shanghai 2025
2025 Xpeng G6 facelift official images
Pre-facelift 2024 Xpeng G6 Long Range RWD in Malaysia
Pre-facelift 2024 Xpeng G6 Standard Range RWD in Malaysia
After revealing itself to the world last month, the Xpeng G6 facelift turned up at Auto Shanghai 2025. China gets three variants priced at RMB176,800 (RM105k), RMB186,800 (RM111k) and RMB198,800 (RM118k), with CLTC ranges of 625 km, 625 km and 725 km respectively.
According to a filing with China’s industry and information technology ministry (MIIT), the 625 km variants use a 68.5 kWh battery while the 725 km variant carries an 80.8 kWh battery. All three variants have a single 296 PS/450 Nm motor powering the rear wheels, enabling a 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
Comparatively, the pre-facelift‘s battery capacities and CLTC ranges are 66 kWh/580 km and 87.5 kWh/755 km. In other words, the smaller battery’s now bigger and the bigger battery’s now smaller, and the ranges correspond accordingly.
Perhaps most significantly, the 800-volt EV’s charging multiplier has been boosted from 3C to 5C. Theoretically, this means you’ll get a full battery in a fifth of an hour. Indeed, Xpeng says 10-80% will take a speedy 12 minutes.
It is still unknown if the G6 facelift will have a dual-motor version. The pre-facelift’s AWD variant, which is not available in Malaysia (yet?), has 358 kW (487 PS), 660 Nm of torque and a 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
The Xpeng logo was the only thing preventing the pre-facelift from having a full-width front light bar; the facelift can have it now since the logo’s been moved up to the bonnet. Also new are the alloys, ducktail spoiler and blackened bits including the bodykit and brake callipers.
The 1,920 mm width, 1,650 mm height and 2,890 mm wheelbase carry over; only length has increased 5 mm to 4,758 mm. Inside, a new 15.6-inch touchscreen (previously 14.9 inches) complements the unchanged 10.25-inch digital instrument panel. The steering wheel now has capacitive touch controls, the air vents have been reshaped and the front seats now have a massage function.
The rear seat backrests have 12 adjustment levels from 27-38.4 degrees, while the ambient lighting now has a ‘galaxy rhythm array’ and ‘four-door diffuse reflection’ – whatever that means. Upgraded materials too – suede headlining, door panel leather, wood grain dashboard trim and more soft-touch stuff in the wireless charging area.
Like the X9 facelift, the G6 facelift’s smart driving system is powered by Xpeng’s self-developed Turing AI chip. The hardware includes two Nvidia Drive Orin chips with a total computing power of 508 TOPS.
2025 Xpeng G6 facelift at Auto Shanghai 2025
2025 Xpeng G6 facelift official images
Pre-facelift 2024 Xpeng G6 Long Range RWD in Malaysia
Pre-facelift 2024 Xpeng G6 Standard Range RWD in Malaysia
Though it may not seem so at first glance, this is the 2025 Xpeng G6 facelift. It’s set to begin deliveries in China this month, and Xpeng says there are 81 changes, including the integration of the intelligent driving system powered by its self-developed Turing AI chip.
The Xpeng logo was the only thing preventing the pre-facelift from having a full-width front light bar; the facelift can have it now since the logo’s been moved up to the bonnet. Also new are the alloys, ducktail spoiler and blackened bits including the bodykit and brake callipers. The very-orange signature body colour is no more, reports CarExpert.
The 1,920 mm width, 1,650 mm height and 2,890 mm wheelbase carry over; only length has increased 5 mm to 4,758 mm. Inside, a new 15.6-inch touchscreen (previously 14.9 inches) complements the unchanged 10.25-inch digital instrument panel. The steering wheel now has capacitive touch controls, the air vents have been reshaped and the front seats now have a massage function.
The rear seat backrests have 12 adjustment levels from 27-38.4 degrees, while the ambient lighting now has a ‘galaxy rhythm array’ and ‘four-door diffuse reflection’ – whatever that means. Upgraded materials too – suede headlining, door panel leather, wood grain dashboard trim and more soft-touch stuff in the wireless charging area.
The Xpeng G6 facelift carries a 218 kW (296 PS)/440 Nm single-rear motor and either a 68.5 kWh LFP (625 km CLTC range) or a 80.8 kWh NMC battery (725 km CLTC range), according to Global China EV. Comparatively, the pre-facelift’s battery capacities and CLTC ranges are 66 kWh/580 km and 87.5 kWh/755 km. In other words, the smaller battery’s now bigger and the bigger battery’s now smaller, and the ranges correspond accordingly.
It is still unknown if the G6 facelift will have a dual-motor version. The pre-facelift’s AWD variant, which is not available in Malaysia (yet?), has 358 kW (487 PS), 660 Nm of torque and a 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
2025 Xpeng G6 facelift official images
Pre-facelift 2024 Xpeng G6 Long Range RWD in Malaysia
Pre-facelift 2024 Xpeng G6 Standard Range RWD in Malaysia
The Xpeng G6’s aftersales package has been improved with the addition of free scheduled maintenance for three years or 60,000 km. This goes on top of the standard five-year, 120,000 km manufacturer warranty and eight-year, 160,000 km coverage for the high-voltage battery pack and motor that was announced when the electric vehicle (EV) went on sale in August this year.
This revision sees no change to the G6’s pricing, which continues to be RM165,820 on-the-road without insurance for the base 580 Pro (Standard Range), while the range-topping 755 Pro (Long Range) is still RM185,820.
In terms of specifications, the Standard Range comes with a 66 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery that provides up to 435 km of range following the WLTP standard. This powers a rear-mounted electric motor rated at 259 PS (255 hp or 190 kW) and 440 Nm of torque, which enables a 0-100 km/h time of 6.6 seconds and top speed of 200 km/h.
2024 Xpeng G6 spec sheet; click to enlarge
As for the Long Range, it uses a nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) with an energy capacity of 87.5 kWh for up to 570 km of range. The electric motor is more powerful with this variant at 286 PS (282 hp or 210 kW), although torque is unchanged at 440 Nm – the 0-100 km/h drops to 6.2 seconds as a result.
Both variants of the G6 support AC charging (Type 2) at a peak capacity of 11 kW, with a 5-100% state of charge (SoC) requiring 7.5 hours for the Standard Range and 9.5 hours for the Long Range. DC fast charging (CCS2) is at a higher capacity with the Long Range at 280 kW, while the Standard Range can accept up to 215 kW – both need 20 minutes to get from a 10-80% SoC.
2024 Xpeng G6 price list; click to enlarge
With the G6’s upgraded aftersales package, every car brand within Bermaz Auto’s portfolio – Mazda, Kia and Xpeng – now offers free maintenance with most of its vehicles (not all). It’s worth pointing out that other EVs sold through Bermaz Auto’s subsidiaries (Dinamikjaya Motors and Bermaz Motor) like the Mazda MX-30, Kia EV6 and Kia EV9 do not come with a free maintenance package.
The Xpeng G6 launched in Malaysia in two variants, both of which are rear-wheel drive but with differing outputs and battery capacities. This may disappoint buyers who were expecting the Tesla Model Y rival to also be offered with all-wheel drive, which is currently available in China.
However, Alan Ma, director of overseas product planning of Xpeng, revealed in a press conference following the G6’s launch that Malaysia will get an AWD option in the future. “Don’t worry, Malaysia will have it,” Ma said when asked if the G6 will get an AWD variant. According to him, Xpeng’s product strategy for global markets is dependent on the local environment, which can have different requirements.
In China, the AWD variant of the G6 is dubbed the 700 4WD High Performance Max (directly translated) and features a dual-motor setup rated at 487 PS (480 hp or 358 kW) and 660 Nm of torque. This enables a 0-100 km/h time of 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 202 km/h, while the 87.5-kWh nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery offers up to 700 km of range following China’s extremely generous CLTC standard.
By comparison, the highest-spec variant of the G6 here – the 755 Pro – serves up 286 PS (282 hp or 210 kW) and 440 Nm from its rear-mounted electric motor for a century sprint time of 6.2 seconds and top speed of 200 km/h. This variant uses the same battery as the AWD, but with up to 755 km (CLTC) or 570 km (WLTP) of range.
The 700 4WD High Performance Max is the most expensive variant of the G6 in China, retailing at 276,900 yuan (about RM169k). The G6 we have in Malaysia is priced from RM165,820 to RM185,820, well below the Model Y that starts at RM191,000 for the base Rear-Wheel Drive variant.
Higher-spec variants of the Model Y cost more – Long-Range All-Wheel Drive at RM238,000 and Performance at RM280,000 – and it is likely the AWD variant of the G6 will look to undercut these comparable offerings from Tesla.
Xpeng X9
Expanding the G6 range isn’t the only thing in Xpeng’s plans for Malaysia, as it was also hinted that new models will be coming, although no definite timeline or names were mentioned. The X9 is a strong possibility as the fully electric MPV and the G6 were launched in Hong Kong – a RHD market – in May this year.
As with the G6, the X9 is available with single- and dual-motor powertrains, the former featuring either an 84.5-kWh (610 km CLTC range) or 101.5-kWh (702 km CLTC range) battery feeding a front-mounted electric motor rated at 320 PS (315 hp or 235 kW) and 450 Nm.
Meanwhile, the AWD variant serves up 503 PS (496 hp or 370 kW) and 640 Nm, along with 640 km from the higher-capacity battery. Pricing for the X9 in China ranges from 359,800 to 419,800 yuan (RM219k to RM256k).
The Xpeng G6 is now officially launched in Malaysia, just over five months after Bermaz Auto announced it would be the sole distributor of the Chinese brand here. First revealed globally at last year’s Auto Shanghai, the G6 arrives as a fully-imported (CBU) model from China and directly competes against the Tesla Model Y here.
Built on Xpeng’s modular Smart Electric Platform Architecture 2.0 (SEPA 2.0) with an 800V electrical architecture, the G6 is offered in two variants. The starting point is the 580 Pro that retails for RM165,820 on-the-road without insurance, which is followed by the 755 Pro at RM185,820 – these are below initial estimates.
If you’re curious about the variant names, the numbers in them correspond to the range figures listed for the G6 in China – 580 km and 755 km – which are based on the country’s extremely generous CLTC standard. Bermaz Xpeng appropriately states closer-to-real-world WLTP figures for the G6 variants in its official spec sheet, which curiously lists the variants more sensibly – Standard Range and Long Range – so we’ll roll with that from here on out.
Peculiar variant names aside, the G6 is certainly worth looking at as an alternative to the Model Y because its starting price is competitive, undercutting the base Model Y that starts from RM191,000 by a whole RM25,180.
For the sum you’ll be paying, the entry-level Standard Range packs a 66-kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery that provides up to 435 km of range following the WLTP standard. This powers a rear-mounted electric motor rated at 259 PS (255 hp or 190 kW) and 440 Nm of torque, which enables a 0-100 km/h time of 6.6 seconds and top speed of 200 km/h.
Step up to the Long Range and the battery chemistry is switched to nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) with a higher energy capacity of 87.5 kWh for up to 570 km of range. It’s still a rear-wheel drive setup here but power is bumped to 286 PS (282 hp or 210 kW) while torque stays the same at 440 Nm. The added grunt sees the century sprint time drop to 6.2 seconds but no change to the top speed.
So, how does the G6 stack up against the Model Y on paper? Well, the latter’s base variant is the Rear-Wheel Drive that offers 455 km of range (WLTP), a 0-100 km/h time of 6.9 seconds and a top speed of 217 km/h – Tesla doesn’t disclose outputs on its official website. Higher-spec variants of the Model Y cost more – Long-Range All-Wheel Drive at RM238,000 and Performance at RM280,000 – but they are dual-motor and all-wheel drive, which isn’t a configuration available for the G6 here but is offered in China.
On the charging front, both variants of the G6 support AC charging (Type 2) at a peak capacity of 11 kW, with a 5-100% state of charge (SoC) achieved in 7.5 hours for the Standard Range and 9.5 hours for the Long Range.
There’s also DC fast charging (CCS2) but the max capacity differs between the two as the Standard Range can handle up to 215 kW while the Long Range will go up to 280 kW, although both will see a 10-80% SoC in 20 minutes. The G6 also has a vehicle-to-load (V2L) function that can deliver up to 3.3 kW but you’ll have to source an adapter yourself as it is not provided.
In terms of dimensions, the G6 measures 4,753 mm long, 1,920 mm wide, 1,650 mm tall and its wheelbase spans 2,890 mm. These figures are similar to those of the Model Y that is 4,751 mm long, 1,920 mm wide, 1,624 mm tall and with a wheelbase of 2,891 mm. The G6 offers 571 litres of boot space, expandable to 1,374 litres with the rear 60:40 split-folding seats down.
While there are differences when it comes to the powertrain, all variants of the G6 are identically equipped. The kit list includes automatic LED headlamps, heated side mirrors, electric door release, a panoramic glass roof, a powered tailgate, rain-sensing wipers, keyless entry and start, a heated steering wheel, two 50W wireless charging pads, an 18-speaker sound system (branded Xopera) as well as dual-zone climate control with rear vents and PM2.5 filter.
The interior can be had in a black or grey theme with leatherette upholstery, accompanied by powered front seats with heating and ventilation functions (only heated for the rear). As for displays, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chipset drives the Xmart OS that is shown on a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.96-inch central touchscreen.
2024 Xpeng G6 spec sheet; click to enlarge
The infotainment system comes with a digital voice assistant and supports 4G connectivity, over-the-air (OTA) updates, smart navigation, an app store as well as wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. There’s also a companion app for functions such as using your mobile phone as a Bluetooth key and various telematics features. The app is also used for Remote Parking Assist that is handy when dealing with tight parking spots.
Remote Parking Assist is one of several functions bundled into the Xpilot 2.5 suite of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), which is supported by an Nvidia Orin-X processor, five millimeter-wave radars, 12 ultrasonic sensors and 12 cameras. You won’t need to pay more to get the complete set of functions either, as is the case with Tesla that charges RM16,000 for Enhanced Autopilot and RM32,000 Full Self-Driving.
Standard functions on the G6 include adaptive cruise control with stop and go and turning assist, lane centring assist, lane change assist, automatic speed limiter, assisted parking (with 360-degree camera and transparent chassis feature), driver monitoring, forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, traffic sign recognition, automatic high beam, blind spot monitoring, door open warning, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, rear collision warning and rear cross traffic alert.
2024 Xpeng G6 price list; click to enlarge
Unlike the Model Y, you won’t need to pay extra to get the G6 in other colours, ditto the interior scheme. Five colours are available, namely Midnight Black, Silver Frost, Artic White, Graphite Grey and Fiery Orange and each purchase comes with a five-year, 120,000-km manufacturer warranty, while the battery is covered for eight years or 160,000 km (whichever comes first).
For an extra RM4,300, you can get your G6 with a 7-kW, single-phase wall charger, the price inclusive of installation. There’s also the option of a more powerful 11-kW, three-phase wall charger but that will set you back RM5,000.
With both variants of the G6 priced below the cheapest Model Y on sale, and with the equipment on offer, would you pick Xpeng’s first model in Malaysia over the Tesla? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.
The Xpeng G6 appears to be steaming towards its impending Malaysian launch, with Bermaz Xpeng dealers now communicating estimated pricing to those who registered their interest on the official website.
According to a screenshot posted on the Malaysian Electric Vehicle Owners Club (MyEVOC) Facebook group by user Xen Xen, the Chinese electric SUV is being advertised with an estimated starting price of RM175,000 for the 435 Standard variant, rising up to RM195,000 for the 570 Long Range.
This compares well will the Tesla Model Y, which starts at RM191,000 (nett) for the rear-wheel-drive model with 455 km of range; you’ll have to spend at least RM238,000 for the Long Range All-Wheel Drive to get over 500 km of range. The WhatsApp message also indicated a late-August launch, with bookings already open.
The reveal of estimated pricing is the latest piece of the G6 puzzle, following hot on the heels of the release of initial specifications for the car. Both variants are powered by a single rear motor that produces 258 PS (190 kW) and 440 Nm of torque on the 435 Standard, getting it from zero to 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds. The 570 Long Range bumps power up to 286 PS (210 kW) and completes the century sprint in 5.9 seconds.
Range figures correspond to the numerals of the respective variant names – the 435 Standard uses a 66 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery for a WLTP-rated range of 435 km, whereas the 570 Long Range’s 87.5 kWh nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) pack allows it to travel up to 570 km on a single charge.
Charging times also differ between the two models. The Standard is capable of accepting up to 215 kW of DC fast charging, while the Long Range can support 280 kW; both will top up their batteries from 10 to 80% in 20 minutes. An 11 kW AC onboard charger is standard fitment, charging the cars’ packs from 5 to 100% in 7.5 and 9.5 hours respectively.
Built on the SEPA2.0 platform with an 800-volt architecture, the G6 is aimed squarely at the Model Y and its dimensions are within millimetres of its rival. It measures 4,753 mm long (+2 mm), 1,921 mm wide (+1 mm) and 1,650 mm tall (+26 mm) and has a 2,890 mm wheelbase (identical).
The sweeping coupé-like profile is also very similar, although the Xpeng is differentiated by the full-width daytime running lights and taillights, plus a body-coloured roof spoiler; 20-inch two-tone alloy wheels will come as standard in Malaysia. The interior is dominated by a 10.25-inch digital instrument display and a 15-inch infotainment touchscreen, both powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip.
Xpeng’s Xpilot 2.5 advanced driver assistance system suite is also included, with an Nvidia Orin-X chip hooked up to five millimeter-wave radar sensors, 12 ultrasonic sensors and 12 cameras to enable functions such as adaptive cruise control, lane centring assist, park assist, a 360-degree camera, blind spot monitoring, autonomous emergency braking and more.
GALLERY: Xpeng G6 at BIMS 2024
Malaysian-market specifications for the soon-to-arrive Xpeng G6 have surfaced on the Malaysian Electric Vehicle Owners Club Facebook page, posted by Jackson Foo, and it reveals the upcoming electric coupé-SUV will be offered in this market in two variants.
Both will feature a single-motor powertrain with 2WD, which we know from other markets to be rear-mounted motor for rear-wheel-drive. The two variants are named the 435 Standard and the 570 Long Range, respectively, in reference to each variant’s claimed battery range of 435 km and 570 km on the WLTP testing cycle.
The 435 Standard is listed as featuring a 66 kWh lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery which takes up to 215 kW of DC charging to go from 10-80% state of charge in 20 minutes, while up to 11 kW of AC charging brings a 5-100% recharge in 7.5 hours. Its rear-mounted motor outputs 255 hp and 440 Nm of torque.
Meanwhile, the 570 Long Range gets a larger, 87.5 kWh nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery that can take DC charging of up to 280 kW, with the 10-80% SoC gained also in 20 minutes due to the greater battery capacity. This will also take up to the same 11 kW of AC charging, which yields a 5-100% recharge in 9.5 hours. The motor in the 570 Long Range outputs 282 hp and the same 440 Nm of torque.
These motor output figures align with those of the Singapore-market model, while the Long Range variant in Thailand gets slightly more power at 296 PS (292 hp).
The specifications revealed for Malaysia thus far are brief, stating that both variants will come with 255/45R20 tyres and therefore 20-inch wheels, though inside the G6 there is a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster and 14.96-inch touchscreen, supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Drawing from the Singapore-market specification, the G6 could bring features including automatic LED headlamps, a panoramic glass roof, a powered tailgate, seven airbags, a tyre pressure monitor, two 50W wireless charging pads, an 18-speaker sound system, dual-zone climate control with pollen and PM2.5 filter as well as powered and ventilated front seats.
As of March this year when the XPeng G6 was shown at the Bangkok International Motor Show, the Xpeng G6 was reported to be priced between 1.5 to 1.799 million baht (RM195k to RM234k) at the time. Should it translate to Malaysian pricing, this will land the G6 squarely in Tesla Model Y territory, which is priced from RM191k to RM238k as of its April price adjustment (the Model Y Performance is listed at RM280k).
GALLERY: Xpeng G6 at Bangkok International Motor Show 2024
The Xpeng G6 has been spotted on Malaysian roads ahead of its local launch expected to take place soon. This uncamouflaged example wearing a proper number plate was photographed by Daryl Tan, who said in his post on the paultan.org Automotive/Car Discussion Group that the electric vehicle (EV) was seen in Teluk Panglima Garang.
The G6 measures 4,753 mm long, 1,920 mm wide, 1,650 mm tall and has a wheelbase spanning 2,890 mm. That makes it about the size of the Tesla Model Y it competes against, which is 4,751 mm, 1,920 mm wide, 1,624 mm tall and with a wheelbase of 2,891 mm.
Two variants of the EV are offered in Singapore and Thailand, namely the Standard Range and Long Range. For the Singapore market, the Standard Range has a rear-mounted electric motor rated at 258 PS (255 hp or 190 kW) and 440 Nm of torque, while the Long Range maintains the same peak torque but with a higher power output of 286 PS (282 hp or 210 kW).
The Standard Range is equipped with a 66-kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery for up to 435 km of range following the WLTP standard, with support for AC charging up to 11 kW as well as DC fast charging up to 215 kW.
As for the Long Range, it gets a nickel cobalt manganese (NCM) battery with an energy capacity of 87.5 kWh for more range at up to 570 km. DC fast charging is also rated higher for this variant at 280 kW, with a 10-80% state of charge achieved in about 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, the G6 offered in Thailand also comes with a rear-mounted electric motor, but the power output is higher at 296 PS (292 hp or 218 kW) – torque is 440 Nm. The battery options for the Standard Range and Long Range variants mirror those offered in Singapore.
It’s still not known when the G6 will go on sale and what variants will be offered, but we should expect at least two variants if referring to neighbouring markets. Pricing is also unknown but given the Model Y is the target, the G6 could undercut the Tesla EV that starts from RM191,000. For reference, the G6 carries an estimate starting price of 1.5 million and 1.799 million baht (RM194k and RM233k) in Thailand. What’s your guess?
GALLERY: Xpeng G6 at Bangkok International Motor Show 2024
A check online reveals a Malaysian Xpeng website with the copyright script “2024 Bermaz Xpeng Sdn Bhd” at the bottom of the page. On the website, as well as on the brand’s Facebook and Instagram profiles, it has its logo accompanied by the text, “A new dawn in electric refinement”, pointing to an unveiling soon.
In Thailand, the Xpeng G6 was announced to go to market in March in two variants – the Standard Range, priced from 1.5 million baht (RM200k), and the Long Range, priced from 1.7 million baht (RM230k) at the time. The Tesla Model Y at the time was priced from 1,749,000 baht (RM229,700), to 2,049,000 baht (RM269,200) for the Long Range AWD version.
In Malaysia, the Tesla Model Y is priced from RM191,000 for the RWD; from RM238,000 for the Long Range AWD and from RM280,000 for the Model Y Performance, as of April 2024 when a reduction of RM8,000 across the range was announced.
While companies will typically fight for market share from the outset, Bermaz Auto is not planning to import large volumes of the Xpeng G6 to Malaysia initially, as it believes that the ecosystem for electric vehicles in Malaysia, in terms of the charging network and technical expertise, is still not sufficient to attract mainstream adoption of EVs, Bermaz group CEO Datuk Francis Lee Kok Chuan was quoted by The Edge Malaysia as saying.
Lee said that Bermaz Auto is about building the equity value of the brands it represents, so that the market has confidence in buying cars from its brands, rather than waiting for discounts. That said, the company’s group CEO admits the company needs to be in the EV segment regardless, while Xpeng has agreed to take a slow-and-steady approach to market penetration.
“Some of the Chinese principals are bringing the ‘EV war’ to the Malaysian market. You know, we cannot jump on the bandwagon. I mean, [if] we buy this car, and if the take-up is low, then what are you going to do? You have to offer discounts! That is not what Bermaz is all about,” Lee said.
Both the Standard Range and Long Range variants of the Xpeng G6 in Thailand are equipped with a rear-axle motor that outputs 296 PS and 440 Nm of torque, propelling the EV crossover from 0-100 km/h in 6.6 seconds.
Interestingly, the Long Range variant is quoted with a 0-100 km/h time of 5.9 seconds, or 0.7 second quicker than the Standard Range variant. In other markets, there is also a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive version that makes 487 PS and 660 Nm.
Differentiating the Standard Range and Long Range variants are their batteries, the former specified with a 66 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery that offers a claimed 580 km of range, while the latter gets a 87.5 kWh nickel cobalt manganese (NCM) unit offering 755 km of range.
First hinted at last year, it’s now official, with Bermaz Auto revealing that it is set to bring in Xpeng electric vehicles to Malaysia, having secured local distributorship rights for the brand from Shenzhen Xiaopeng Motors Supply Chain Management (Shenzhen XPeng) and Guangzhou Xiaopeng Motors Trading (Guangzhou XPeng), affiliates of Guangzhou Xiaopeng Motors Technology (XPeng Motors).
The Bermaz announcement comes following reports that Chinese automaker had plans to expand its business into right-hand drive markets such as Hong Kong and Southeast Asia. Doing so would provide the brand with a cushion against a potential sales decline in China, where an EV price war is damaging the profitability of almost all players.
Bermaz Auto group CEO Datuk Francis Lee expressed his excitement about the deal and of the promise the brand’s products would deliver. “They are equipped with the latest state of the art features such as autonomous driving technology, digital cockpits and high performance batteries,” he said.
He added that the new distributorship will complement the company’s existing EV business and bring positive synergistic benefits to all parties. “It is also in line with our group’s sustainability initiatives to manage and minimise our environmental footprint by introducing more green vehicles and technologies,” he said.
Meanwhile, Xpeng co-founder and CEO He Xiaopeng stated that the XPeng group intends to expand its business operations over the next three years, fronted by the company’s current product line-up of smart EVs, including the P7i, P5, G9 and the newly-launched flagship MPV, the X9.
“Our mission is to drive smart EV transformation with technology, shaping the mobility experience of the future and to optimise our customers’ mobility experience,” he said.
It has previously been indicated that Xpeng’s first right-hand drive car will be an updated edition of its G6 SUV, with the model expected to reach Hong Kong sometime in late-2024. While no time frame for Malaysia – and other ASEAN RHD markets – has been indicated, an introduction here sometime in early 2025 looks a possibility.
In China, the G6 is priced from 209,900 to 276,900 yuan (RM136,933 to RM180,642). Built on an 800V architecture, the rear-wheel drive variant of the G6 has a 296 PS/440 Nm motor while the all-wheel drive variant gets two motors with a total system output of 487 PS and 660 Nm.
Two battery packs are available – a 66-kWh LFP unit for RWD models (CLTC range 580 km) and a 87.5-kWh NMC that’s good for 755 km (single-motor) or 700 km (dual-motor) of CLTC range. The max rate for DC fast charging is 480 kW.
Another Chinese EV brand is set to arrive in Malaysia soon, and it’s Xpeng. The Guangzhou-based company’s co-founder and CEO He Xiaopeng said that Xpeng will launch its first right-hand drive model in the second half of this year as it expands beyond its home market.
RHD markets that are in Xpeng’s sights are Hong Kong and Southeast Asia. In the latter, He said Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia would be targeted by the carmaker, of which the Volkswagen Group owns 5%.
“In tandem with Xpeng’s go-global 2.0 strategy, we have formed partnerships with an increasing number of capable dealers abroad, with an ultimate goal of making best-in-class smart electric cars accessible to customers around the world,” said He in a written reply to questions from the South China Morning Post.
Xpeng G6
Xpeng currently makes only left-hand drive cars, and most of those are sold in mainland China. Aside from Hong Kong (RHD is a British legacy) and ASEAN, the firm has plans to enter key European markets.
According to SCMP’s report, expanding into RHD markets will provide Xpeng with a cushion against a potential sales decline in China, where an EV price war is damaging the profitability of almost all players.
Earlier this month, Xpeng announced that it was extending a 20,000 yuan (RM13,047) discount on its G6 SUV until the end of the month, following BYD’s February move to price the latest Qin Plus DM-i PHEV 20% below the previous edition. The following day, three other carmakers priced their best-selling EVs below the 100k yuan (RM65,239) mark to compete. A race to the bottom? That’s why Chinese carmakers have to now look beyond their domestic market.
Xpeng G6
As for which Xpeng model will be coming to our shores, company’s president Brian Gu told SCMP last year that its first right-hand drive car would be an updated edition of the bestselling G6 SUV. He added that it would probably reach Hong Kong in late-2024. If ASEAN’s RHD markets including Malaysia are next, are we then looking at an entry by Xpeng in 2025?
In China, the G6 is priced from 209,900 to 276,900 yuan (RM136,933 to RM180,642). Built on an 800V architecture, the rear-wheel drive variant of the G6 has a 296 PS/440 Nm motor while the all-wheel drive variant gets two motors with a total system output of 487 PS and 660 Nm.
Two battery packs are available – a 66-kWh LFP unit for RWD models (CLTC range 580 km) and a 87.5-kWh NMC that’s good for 755 km (single-motor) or 700 km (dual-motor) of CLTC range. The max rate for DC fast charging is 480 kW. Check out the G6 below – what do you think of the crossover’s organic looks and EV package? And will Bermaz be Xpeng’s local partner? Full story here.
Xpeng plans to launch right-hand drive versions of its models in the United Kingdom next year, according to a report by Autocar. The company currently sells electric vehicles (EVs) in Denmark, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden, with plans for more markets in the European region.
At this year’s IAA Mobility in Munich, Xpeng announced that it plans to sell EVs in France and Germany next year, but the UK will be one of its first right-hand drive markets. It was previously reported that Xpeng will also enter Hong Kong, which would mark it as the first major Chinese automaker to tap into a market where Tesla has a strong presence.
Xpeng president Brian Gu said at IAA Mobility that the UK will get the G6 but not the G9 and P7 – the last two are offered in left-hand drive European markets. The G6 is as midsize SUV that was introduced in April this year and built on the company’s SEPA 2.0 platform with an 800-volt architecture.
The rear-wheel drive variant of the G6 features an electric motor rated at 296 PS (292 hp or 218 kW) and 440 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the all-wheel drive variant gets two electric motors with a total system output of 487 PS (480 hp or 358 kW) and 660 Nm.
Two battery packs are available, reports CarNewsChina, including a 66-kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) unit for RWD models that offers a CLTC-rated range of 580 km. The other option is an 87.5-kWh nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) unit that provides 755 km (single motor) or 700 km (dual motor) of range. The G6 is capable of handling DC fast charging at a max rate of 480 kW.
Bermaz Auto (BAuto) is reportedly looking into expanding into the electric vehicle (EV) segment with the addition of a Chinese EV brand to its portfolio. According to Affin Hwang Investment Bank (AHIB), the company is said to be engaging with several China EV automakers for EV distribution rights in Malaysia.
In a report, the investment bank said that BAuto was interested in bringing in a pure EV player to make it its main EV brand, and was said to be making overtures to brands such as Xpeng, Dongfeng and Geely. It said that BAuto’s strategy to tie up with a Chinese pure EV player as its primary EV brand is the right move, but added that securing distribution rights wasn’t a given.
“Any successful tie up with any of these larger Chinese EV players would be a plus for BAuto, but existing automotive players in the country may also be seeking such strategic plans, and thus it may be challenging (for BAuto), especially going up against the bigger players with a stronger financial position and distribution network,” the report said.
Should this not materialise, AHIB said that shifting its focus into lower price segments would allow BAuto plenty of space to maneouvre.
“Nevertheless, given the breadth of Chinese EV brands, affordable EV brands like Hozon or Wuling can cater the low to mid-income group and most importantly become a volume driver for the company’s EV segment. This could be an interesting proposition, in our view,” the report said.
It should be noted that Chinese automaker Hozon already has representation in the country, with GoAuto already bringing in the Neta V crossover via its wholly-owned Intro Synergy subsidiary. As for Wuling, the Mini EV – which is sold in its updated Air form in Indonesia – was spotted in the country last year, and while the brand isn’t in the market yet, it has been reported previously that Tan Chong Motor Holdings (TCMH) was set to become the brand’s custodian in Malaysia.
