Xpeng to launch large SUV in Malaysia 2nd half of 2026

L: Xpeng G9, R: Xpeng GX in China

Xpeng has indicated that a new large SUV has been confirmed to launch in Malaysia in the second half of this year, and will go on sale in either the third or fourth quarter of 2026. Could it be the Xpeng GX? Other possibilities are the Xpeng G9 which is due for the Australian market soon.

Shown at Xpeng headquarters in Guangzhou ahead of the flagship SUV’s public showing at Auto China this week, we noted that production for right-hand-drive versions of the recently launched Xpeng GX is already underway, which puts the brand’s flagship electric SUV on a timeline ahead of the P7 as the right-hand-drive version of the fastback sedan is still in pre-production stages.

Details uncovered earlier this month, according to Car News China reveal that the GX measures 5,265 mm long, 1,999 mm wide and 1,800 mm wide with a wheelbase of 3,115 mm.

In China, the GX is offered in range-extender and battery-electric variants, the latter using an 800-volt electrical architecture capable of 5C charging, a 0-100 km/h time of around four seconds and up to 750 km of battery range, according to the report. Powertrain for the BEV version is a pair of 270 kW (367 PS) drive motors.

Xpeng to launch large SUV in Malaysia 2nd half of 2026

The range extender version of the GX packs a 1.5 litre, turbocharged petrol engine that outputs 110 kW (150 PS), while front and rear electric drive motors offer a combined output of 210 kW (286 PS). This offers a pure electric range of 430 km on the CLTC cycle (around 353 km WLTP), and a CLTC combined, hybrid range of 1,585 km (1,300 km WLTP).

Inside, the cabin of the GX houses a six-seater layout, with the second row getting the captain chair configuration and the third row is fitted with a two-seat bench. Infotainment is by a 17.3-inch, 3K resolution central screen, while a smaller, slim display for the driver is located ahead of the steering wheel.

The second-row captain’s chairs are zero-gravity seats, with integrated seat belts and seat cushion airbags. Meanwhile, the seats in the third row feature 180-degree electrically adjustable backrests to allow for fully flat reclining.

In China, orders for the Xpeng GX opened at 399,800 yuan (RM231,792) for both battery-electric and 1.5L turbo petrol range extender versions.

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Mick Chan

Open roads and closed circuits hold great allure for Mick Chan. Driving heaven to him is exercising a playful chassis on twisty paths; prizes ergonomics and involvement over gadgetry. Spent three years at a motoring newspaper and short stint with a magazine prior to joining this website.

 

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