Xpeng targets monthly delivery of 1,000 G6 electric SUVs to Austrian customers
The electric vehicle (EV) landscape in Australia is seeing a shift, with the arrival of the Xpeng brand becoming more prevalent for EV buyers. One of the recent Chinese brands to enter the Australian market, Xpeng is making waves with its premium offerings, particularly the Xpeng G6 SUV.
TrueEV, the sole importer and distributor of Xpeng vehicles in Australia, has introduced the Xpeng G6 and estimates suggest cumulative sales could be up to 5,000 units so far, although no clearly stated monthly sales projection is available.
The Xpeng G6 is available in two variants, with starting prices of $54,800 and $59,800 before on-road costs. These prices include metallic paints and 20-inch sports wheels, making the G6 one of the most well-equipped standard vehicles on the market.
Jason Clarke, CEO of TrueEV, stated that the arrival of the Xpeng G6 is an opportunity to demonstrate what the next generation of EVs can deliver in both technology and driver experience. The G6's starting price places it under Australia's best-selling EV, the Tesla Model Y, making it an attractive alternative for those looking at a mid-sized family SUV.
Riz Akhtar, a mechanical engineer based in Melbourne, is a key figure in the Australian EV scene. Akhtar, who founded carloop, a company specialising in Australian EV data, insights, and trends, has a passion for cars, particularly EVs, and aims to help reduce transport emissions in Australia. Akhtar currently drives a red Tesla Model 3.
As the EV market in Australia grows, so does the competition. Other mid-sized electric SUVs, such as the Deepal S07, Leapmotor C10, Geely EX5, Kia EV5, and BYD Sealion 7, are set to launch, indicating growing demand for this segment. The Kia EV6, starting around AUD 72,590 with a driving range of over 500 km, is a strong competitor in the market, likely outselling Chinese new entrants like Xpeng currently.
Xpeng has plans to expand its dealership network significantly, with multiple dealerships planned for 2025. The brand is at the forefront of AI and smart driving, and Australian drivers are responding to this in a big way. As more units of the Xpeng G6 arrive in Australia, it will be interesting to see how the brand fares against established competitors in the EV market.
[1] Estimated sales figures are based on unofficial sources and may not accurately reflect TrueEV's official monthly sales volumes. [4] Sales volumes for other EVs were not explicitly provided in the search results.
- The presence of Xpeng in the Australian electric vehicle market is not only shaking up the landscape but also challenging established competitors in the industry.
- With a growing interest in electric vehicles, especially mid-sized SUVs, the finance sector is witnessing increased investment in EV batteries and charging infrastructure.
- As more electric-vehicle brands from diverse regions such as China, Europe, and South Korea enter the Australian market, the lifestyle of drivers is set to become more environmentally friendly and technologically advanced.
- The anticipated arrival of multiple electric-vehicle dealerships for the Xpeng brand in 2025 reflects the company's commitment to the automotive industry and its ambition to become a dominant player in the transportation sector.
