Xpeng G9 Performance: Stockholm to Gibraltar Road Trip Pt9 – Final Verdict
How Did the Xpeng G9 Performance Perform IRL?
Having spent a week in the car and covering over 3500km, we now have a really good understanding of how the car performs on a long distance Road Trip.
So how do we rate the car overall and what are Top 5 Worst Things and Top 5 Best Things about the Xpeng G9 Performance.
What is so Good About The Xpeng G9 Performance?
We are normally risk adverse so buying the Xpeng G9 Performance was a little out of or comfort zone. Having had the KIA e-Niro and Kia EV6 for 5 years, we have had 2 really good EVs.
Would the Xpeng G9 Performance be able to match or beat those experiences? Having had the Xpeng G9 Performance for 4 months now, so far a definite “Yes”.
The quality of the cabin, its quietness and the exterior finish of the car is great, beating the Kia’s, VW Id-4 and Mercedes EQE.
The technology is extensive and useful, special note: Parking Assistant is outstanding, coping quickly and accurately with even the most difficult challenges.
Ok, some functions are not there yet, e.g. being able to set the charging schedule and charging limit from the app. With OTA updates, we have received 2 in 4 months, it seems like XPENG is working hard to fill in any gaps.
The Final Verdict
The Xpeng G9 Performance exceeded our expectations and although there are several things that can/need improving, the overall comfort and capabilities of this car are hard to match.
So, in CARWOW tradition should you;
Forget It,
Consider It,
Shortlist It or
Buy It
You must at least “Shortlist lt” and take it for a test drive, as you will be surprised how good this Chinese car is.
Note. VW has invested 700 million Euros in Xpeng to obtain the technology they need to help VW compete in the global EV market.
Top 5 Worst Things
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“Lurching Horse” feeling from the Lane Centre Control LCC and the Automatic Cruise Control ACC system (X-Pilot), mainly when taking gentle motorway bends at over 105kmph. Often we just switch it off, which is a pity as 90% of the time it is excellent and really useful.
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Inconsistent door unlocking when using mobile phone. As there is only 1 physical key, that you need as a backup, you are left unsure about whether or not you can get into the car.
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Xpeng Assistant is very limited and has no sense of humor and has a pathetic sounding voice! Just disappears when it cannot help. Come on Xpeng Assistant, you can do better than this!
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In-car search for Ionity and maybe Chargers in the Navigation screen shows nothing. Note: Search in the app works just fine and you can send the details to the car.
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No Waypoints can be set in the Navigation system and when you have “Insufficient Range” it does not suggest chargers to use along your route.
Top 5 Best Things
Good Range and super quick charging. At average speeds of 130kmph on the motorway you can expect 380-390km range (15-20c). Charging speeds at Ionity or other rapid chargers are brilliant (15% to 100% in 25-30mins). Also, cruising at 160kmph on the autobahn is really stable and smooth.
Comfortable seats and quiet cabin. Has a quality feel and all touch points feel solid. The heated, ventilated and massage seats are great. Electronic adjustment of the seats and steering wheel also works really well.
Navigation to destinations is accurate and the system gives clear directions. Searching for locations in the App and sending to the car is much easier than tapping the in-car screen. We found the directions given were extremely clear and well timed. Notification of Speed Cameras or Speed Zones is very helpful, but would be even better with an audible warning as well.
Large “Frunk” useful for carrying charging cables, etc. that you need on a long journey, without compromising the baggage space. Easy to access and keeps things dry.
Large “Trunk” has a good square shape that can take all your holiday baggage easily.
And How Was The Journey?
Having previously driven from Sweden to Spain, we had some experience of planning routes, dealing with chargers and their Apps, having a focus on achieving the journey.
This year, charging infrastructure has improved a lot and this time we just used Ionity and 1 Tesla Charger station.
This left us free to deviate from our normal route and enjoy visiting Annecy, France and Tossa Del Mar, Spain.
If you have a good EV then the journey is enjoyable.
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