- Xpeng’s upcoming P7 sedan features a sleek design with distinctive Y-shaped LEDs.
- Local reports suggest a driving range exceeding 435 miles (700 km) and up to 466 hp.
- The electric sedan is expected to be unveiled in Q3 during the Guangzhou Auto Show.
The next iteration of the Xpeng P7, previously known under the internal code name E29. had landed. The first official images released by the Chinese automaker reveal a striking new sedan that looks far more distinctive than Xpeng’s current lineup, which is a refreshing change considering how many electric vehicles these days blend into the same uninspired mold.
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Designed by Rafik Ferrag, who also crafted the original P7, the front end of this new model seems to borrow a bit of design inspiration from the Lamborghini Revuelto and the local Honda S7. The fascia is dominated by sideways Y-shaped daytime running lights (DRLs) and a thin light bar, with the main headlamps nestled just below it. We can also see that the Xpeng badge up front is illuminated.
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The fastback-style shape of the P7 is hard to miss, and the retractable rear spoiler only adds to its dynamic appearance. At the back, thin LED strips complement the front lights, giving the car a unified, contemporary look. Xpeng described the new model as “a bold, emotional, and athletic 5-seater coupe that raises the bar in both aesthetics and performance.”
This model may also mark the debut of Xpeng’s new Kunpeng EV platform, which could have the versatility to support range-extender options, though the company has yet to confirm any technical details. For now, it’s expected that the P7 will launch exclusively as an EV, potentially offering power and range figures similar to, or slightly better than, the P7+. That could mean up to 466 hp (348 kW) with dual motors, and a CTLC range surpassing 435 miles (700 km).
While Xpeng hasn’t shared any official interior teasers yet, spy shots circulating in China suggest it will feature a large central infotainment screen, as well as light purple leather seats. The P7 may also introduce a simplified vision-based advanced driver assistance system, in contrast to other Xpeng models that include LiDAR technology.
Dimensions for the car have yet to be published, but it looks longer than a Tesla Model 3, even if the American EV will be one of its prime competitors alongside Xiaomi’s popular SU7. Autohome reports that it’s expected to be unveiled in the third quarter of the year during the Guangzhou Auto Show, but we should get to see it in better detail earlier than that, thanks to China’s trusty Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
Pricing and Availability
At this stage, Xpeng is referring to it as the next P7, although Chinese media reports suggest the company has secured the “P7 Ultra” name. Regardless of the final name, the car is expected to go on sale toward the end of the year, with pricing anticipated to be similar to the current model, which starts at around 250,000 yuan (roughly $35,000). That’s slightly higher than the entry-level Tesla Model 3, which begins at 215,900 yuan.
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