Chinese electric vehicle maker XPeng has unveiled details of a hybrid version of its G7 SUV, positioning it as the longest-range SUV currently available, as automakers in China increasingly turn to extended-range electric vehicle technology.
XPeng said the G7 plug-in hybrid can achieve a combined driving range of up to 1,704 km under China’s CLTC testing cycle, which generally produces higher figures than U.S. standards. When adjusted to U.S. EPA estimates, the total range would still be more than 700 miles, based on industry benchmarks.
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The G7 uses an extended-range electric setup that combines a 56 kWh battery with a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine that functions as a generator, alongside a fuel tank with a capacity of about 16 gallons. The configuration is designed to reduce range anxiety by allowing long-distance travel without relying solely on charging infrastructure.
XPeng has equipped the SUV with an 800-volt powertrain architecture capable of high-speed charging, enabling the battery to reach 80% capacity in roughly 12 minutes. The company also said the G7 offers an electric-only driving range of up to 430 km, the highest in the plug-in hybrid SUV segment, making it suitable for most daily use before the gasoline generator is required.
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Extended-range electric vehicles have gained traction in China despite the country’s extensive fast-charging network, with manufacturers such as XPeng, Xiaomi and BYD expanding their offerings. XPeng said the top-tier G7 model will be priced at around $32,000 in the domestic market and will include advanced noise reduction systems and AI-based energy management to improve driving comfort.