Launch Date: January 2026
Segment: Premium all-electric MPV (7-seater)
Target Market: Families, corporate fleets, and executive transport users
Design Philosophy: Built on XPENG’s SEPA 2.0 architecture, emphasizing AI-driven comfort, futuristic aesthetics, and advanced safety.
Unique Features (Beyond the Basics)
Most reviews highlight the X9’s range and seating, but here are detailed features often overlooked:
- AI-Defined Cabin: Adaptive ambient lighting, voice-controlled functions, and intelligent climate zones for each row.
- Panoramic Smart Sunroof: Electrochromic glass that adjusts tint automatically based on sunlight.
- 360° Camera Suite: Includes front, rear, and bird’s-eye view with AI-assisted parking.
- Wireless Charging Pads: Multiple pads across front and rear rows for convenience.
- Executive Comfort: Leather seats with massage function, ventilated cooling, and memory settings.
- Smart Safety: Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), ABS, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control.
- Large Boot Space: 755 liters, expandable with foldable rear seats.
- Entertainment System: AI-curated infotainment with large touchscreen, rear-seat displays, and premium audio.
XPENG X9 Specifications (Pakistan 2026)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Price (PKR) | ~28.5 million (285 lacs) |
| Fuel Type | Electric |
| Motor Power | 235 HP |
| Battery Capacity | 101.5 kWh |
| Range | 590 km (WLTP) |
| Charging Time | ~11 hours (AC), <1 hour (DC fast charging) |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Drive Train | FWD |
| Kerb Weight | 2590 kg |
| Boot Space | 755 liters |
| Dimensions | MPV body, 5 doors |
| Safety | Airbags, ABS, EBD, lane assist, 360° cameras |
| Luxury Features | Panoramic sunroof, leather massage seats, wireless chargers, AI infotainment |
Market Impact
- Competition: Positioned against BYD Shark 6 and other premium EVs, but offers more futuristic tech and luxury.
- Appeal: Families seeking comfort, corporate fleets needing executive transport, and eco-conscious buyers wanting long-range EVs.
- Challenges: High price point (~28.5 million PKR) limits accessibility to elite buyers, but it sets a benchmark for EV luxury in Pakistan.
In summary, the XPENG X9 is not just another EV—it’s a luxury “Starship” redefining family and executive travel in Pakistan. With its AI-driven cabin, panoramic smart sunroof, and long 590 km range, it stands out as one of the most advanced electric MPVs available.
