Verdict
The RM36,500 step up to the Xpeng X9 AWD Performance buys a second motor, all-wheel drive and a serious 1.85-second cut in the 0-100 km/h time, plus 18-way Grand Captain seats. But the 2WD Long Range goes 35 km farther on the same 110 kWh battery, weighs 55 kg less and has RM500 lower annual road tax. Both retain the same 542 kW DC charging capability, seven-seat layout and extensive cabin kit, so the 2WD is the more rational Malaysian family MPV unless outright pace matters.
Pick the Xpeng X9 2WD Long Range if 615 km range, lower running tax and RM36,500 kept in your pocket matter more than 5.9-second acceleration.
Pick the Xpeng X9 AWD Performance if you want 496 hp, all-wheel drive and the extra adjustment of 18-way second-row Grand Captain seats.
Key differences
- Price: RM299,073 for the 2WD Long Range versus RM335,573 for the AWD Performance.
- Motors and driveline: one motor with front-wheel drive versus two motors with all-wheel drive.
- Motor output: 315 hp and 450 Nm versus 496 hp and 640 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: 7.75 seconds versus 5.9 seconds.
- EV range and weight: 615 km and 2,690 kg versus 580 km and 2,745 kg.
- Second-row seats: 14-way captain seats versus 18-way Grand Captain seats.
2WD Long Range
- 35 km more quoted EV range: 615 km.
- RM36,500 lower purchase price and RM500 lower annual road tax.
- 55 kg lighter than the AWD Performance.
- 315 hp, 450 Nm and 7.75-second acceleration fall well behind the AWD's 496 hp, 640 Nm and 5.9 seconds.
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- 14-way second-row captain seats have four fewer adjustment directions.
AWD Performance
- Two motors, all-wheel drive, 496 hp and 640 Nm.
- Reaches 100 km/h 1.85 seconds sooner.
- 18-way second-row Grand Captain seats.
- Costs RM36,500 more than the 2WD Long Range.
- Quoted range is 580 km, 35 km short of the 2WD.
- Annual road tax is RM865 versus RM365.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,073✓ | RM335,573 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM365✓ | RM865 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 315 hp | 496 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 450 Nm | 640 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 110 kWh | 110 kWh |
| EV Range | 615 km✓ | 580 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 542 kW | 542 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.75 seconds | 5.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,316 mm | 5,316 mm |
| Width | 1,988 mm | 1,988 mm |
| Height | 1,785 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,160 mm | 3,160 mm |
| Weight | 2,690 kg | 2,745 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 721 litres | 721 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering | Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Integrated Second Row Seat Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Integrated Second Row Seat Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Second & Third Row Seats | Available on Second & Third Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation and Massaging | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 14-way Second Row Individual Captain Seats with Ventilation, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row with One-touch Electric Folding | 18-way Second Row Individual Grand Captain Seats with Ventilation, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row with One-touch Electric Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Double Glass Roof | Double Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 27-speaker XOpera Sound System | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 27-speaker XOpera Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Front Doors & Rear Sliding Doors | Front Doors & Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 120,000 km | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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2WD Long Range vs AWD Performance FAQ
Is the Xpeng X9 2WD Long Range or Xpeng X9 AWD Performance better?
The 2WD Long Range is the better buy for range and cost, delivering 615 km and lower road tax. Choose the AWD Performance only if its 496 hp, all-wheel drive, 5.9-second sprint and 18-way second-row seats justify the extra outlay.
What is the price difference?
The Xpeng X9 AWD Performance costs RM36,500 more than the Xpeng X9 2WD Long Range.
Which Xpeng X9 has the longer range?
The Xpeng X9 2WD Long Range has the longer quoted range at 615 km, compared with 580 km for the AWD Performance. Both use a 110 kWh battery and support 11 kW AC and 542 kW DC charging.
