XPENG officially enters the UK market and kicks off the pre-sale of its first right-hand drive model. As a high-tech automotive company rooted in China and aimed at a global audience, XPENG makes its debut in the UK with the all-new electric smart SUV — the XPENG G6, marking a significant milestone in the brand's global expansion.
To ensure success in the UK market, XPENG has formed a strategic partnership with seasoned car dealer IML. With nearly fifty years of automotive distribution experience, IML will assist XPENG in establishing 20 authorized dealerships in the UK by 2025, providing local users with more comprehensive sales and after-sales services. IML's Executive Director, William Brown, expressed that collaborating with XPENG is a great honor and is committed to shaping the future of electric mobility, looking forward to embarking on this exciting journey together with XPENG.
XPENG is all about AI, committed to innovating smart tech that provides users with a more intuitive and secure driving experience, enhancing convenience and the joy of driving. At the launch event in the UK market, XPENG showcased a range of forward-thinking products, highlighting its exploration in the realm of smart mobility, including the world’s first AI-defined smart electric vehicle, the XPENG P7+, the ultra-smart all-electric Coupe SUV XPENG G6, the flagship ultra-smart SUV XPENG G9, the ultra-smart seven-seat MPV XPENG X9, and the largest eVTOL in Asia, the XPENG AEROHT eVTOL X2 from XPENG AEROHT.
Making its debut in the UK market, the XPENG G6 is now available for pre-order, starting at £39,990, with deliveries scheduled to commence in March 2025. This model not only combines exceptional performance with cutting-edge technology but also boasts zero emissions, featuring 800V ultra-fast charging capabilities and an extended range that significantly meets the growing demand for smart electric vehicles in the UK and Europe. Moreover, the G6 is equipped with a new generation operating system that offers a smoother driving experience, redefining the benchmark for the electric vehicle market in the UK.
Since entering the European market in 2021, XPENG has expanded its operations across several countries and regions including Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, France, Spain, Portugal, and Ireland. Now, it's officially launching in the UK and plans to continue expanding into more markets in the future.
Founded in 2014, XPENG has rapidly established itself in the high-tech automotive sector, delivering over 620,000 smart electric vehicles worldwide to date. In January 2025, XPENG announced a strategic partnership with Volkswagen and BP Pulse to develop an ultra-fast charging network and explore cutting-edge smart mobility solutions, showcasing its strength in electric vehicle technology innovation and commitment to global expansion. Looking ahead, XPENG plans to expand to over 60 countries and regions by the end of 2025, aiming to become a leader in the global smart electric vehicle market.
