Maybe during the last long holiday, many people were still laughing at electric cars stuck on the highway, but during this long holiday, high-speed traffic jams are still happening, and battery life anxiety has still not been perfectly solved in electric cars, but now it is not. Few people are looking forward to picking up a pure electric MPV and driving it home soon. This pure electric MPV is the Xpeng X9 . It has a backlog of tens of thousands of orders in January. If you click on this article, there are probably many anxiously waiting car owners. I have prepared detailed pictures below. Then do enough homework before picking up the car to fully understand the performance of the car.
Let’s talk about the good news first. The wait is finally over. At present, Xpeng X9 has started large-scale delivery in more than 100 cities across the country, with a total of 2,478 new cars delivered in the first month of the new year. In terms of production, the core stuck points of Xiaopeng X9 have been resolved. The manufacturer said that it will work overtime during the Spring Festival to quickly increase production capacity. Even He Xiaopeng was ready to go to the factory to drill screws during the Spring Festival holiday. He did not expect this familiar scene. Appeared again.
Yes, Xpeng X9 is like a newcomer with a heroine script. It has been going very smoothly all the way. It has a stable pricing and model configuration strategy. The whole series has launched 4 models with a guide price of 35.98- 419,800 yuan, without any thrilling incidents, it can be said that it is a sure win. This scene is even more impressive than the Xpeng G6 . Don’t forget that the Xpeng X9 is positioned as a flagship model. Although it is stronger, its audience has also narrowed. I didn’t expect that its performance in sales can also become the main force. status.
Talking back to the pricing and configuration of Xpeng X9, we gave purchase suggestions as soon as it was launched. The low configuration is already very capable, but judging from the order information given by the manufacturer, the Max version is also mid-to-high configuration. The purchase proportion is nearly 70%. It can only be said that Xpeng’s XNGP full-scenario intelligent assisted driving is too attractive. It just so happens that our test drive is the Max version, so we can see how it is chosen by most people.
Xpeng X9 adopts the starship design language. The entire appearance outline adopts many sharp lines, and the shape is very avant-garde. This three-dimensional sculpture design makes the visual effect of the vehicle more impactful, breaking the mediocre "square box" shape of the MPV.
Looking at the front of the car, the front face is still the familiar Xpeng X-Robot family-style front face, with eye-catching integrated through-car lights, and underneath is the Star Butterfly progressive front grille, which is decorated with what the official calls energy crystals. The details of the front grille are somewhat similar to the Lexus LM, and it is definitely a high-end MPV element. The two laser radars are placed under the lamp in a hidden design. It is particularly important to mention that the Xpeng X9 adopts a light radar design, which removes the two forward angle radars.
Viewed from the side, the A-pillars with an inclination of 21° are full of three-dimensionality, and even more eye-catching is the suspended roof, which looks like a space capsule when viewed from the rear. The line outline on the side is very three-dimensional, and it really feels like a starship, which is very cool! In addition, the Xpeng X9 adopts a black mirror flat side window design. According to the official, this is the world's first flat side window MPV. The overall outer surface of the side windows is completely flat, which can effectively reduce wind resistance. The car's wind resistance coefficient is 0.227Cd.
In terms of body size, the length, width and height of this car are 5293/1988/1785mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 3160mm.
The rear of the Xpeng X9 is like an expanded airship rear, which looks very dynamic. This stretch is mainly brought by the 23° large inclination rear windshield. Of course, the entire contour design is also full of layers. With the official The introduction is quite appropriate to describe it, the rear end of the energy light shuttle. In addition, it also adopts a star track integrated taillight design and is equipped with the first built-in XPENG logo that can be illuminated.
The Xpeng X9 comes standard with 19-inch wheels, which are naturally not as powerful as the optional 20-inch wheels that cost 6,000 yuan, so many people will directly add the 6,000 yuan. After all, the 20-inch wheels are the highlight of the design, and the styling It goes very well with the sci-fi style of the exterior. It is simply an indispensable element on this starship. Our test car also had it as an option. The X9 has three tire configurations, all of which are from different brands. The only similarity is that the manufacturers have in-depth cooperation with tire manufacturers. It can be said that they are specially customized for the Xpeng X9.
It can be seen that the layout of the center console of the new car continues the family-style design, which is a little less sci-fi than the exterior design. However, the overall style is still in place, with simple lines and shapes, and it looks very comfortable. You can go home in a second!
The details of the design are also very careful to create this light feeling. For example, the Shanju real wood trim is not large in area, but it also wraps up the entire central control, and the details are much softer. The shape of the air conditioner is full of tension. I think this is the most sci-fi element in the interior. If I hadn't seen it, I would have forgotten that I was in a "starship".
Extending down the central control layout is an area officially named Xianyun Suspended Island. The main body has dual 50W wireless charging pads and an open storage space below.
Another novelty in the central control design comes from the steering wheel, with the car logo on one side. However, another major drawback also comes from the steering wheel, that is, it does not support electric adjustment, so this configuration is not very flagship.
If you follow this direction and look at the configuration of the front row, you will find that the concept of this car is really a regular MPV. More efforts are put into the second row, and the main driving position is already relatively considerate. There is no electric-adjustable steering wheel, but at least it has seat massage, and there are enough modes, which is a plus. The co-pilot is the place where this car has the lowest sense of presence. There is no co-pilot screen and seat massage, let alone a queen co-pilot. There is also the vanity mirror. Many competitors now pay special attention to the details of texture and area. On the contrary, the Xpeng X9 has made it very simple. It really has no intention to please the co-pilot. It seems that it is unlikely that the hostess will sit here. Well, whoever is assigned to sit in the passenger seat should cry for a while first.
The umbrella slot on the main driver's door panel is a little easter egg that many people associate with Rolls-Royce, but the Xpeng X9 is purely for practical reasons. The manufacturer did not include an umbrella, and the lid requires a little force with a key to remove it. Or think about it this way, after driving the Xpeng X9, you are actually just one umbrella away from being a Rolls-Royce owner.
Before heading straight to the second row for the main event, let’s take a look at the screens in the front row. The size and quantity actually don’t have many highlights. The instrument panel is 10.25 inches. The central control screen is relatively outstanding at 17.3 inches, but it is still a very mainstream configuration today. . But the performance is very powerful. It uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon SA8295P smart cockpit chip. It is the first model equipped with the XOS Dimensity smart cockpit system. Specifically, the new system’s car home page supports split screen, and the navigation can be fixed on the left One-third of the way to the side, the shortcut function buttons at the bottom also support customization, as well as a new small P image, etc., which greatly improves the experience.
There are no problems in using the system functions and responses. However, since it is a flagship model, it would be inappropriate to cut off the traditional FM radio function. In case the car owner wants to take the family with him for a self-driving trip abroad, Listening to local radio stations is also good, but relying solely on Internet radio is a bit limiting.
Another feature that is so useful that I almost lost my knee is the voice assistant. Such a large MPV has a lot of buttons, but on the Xpeng X9, there is no chance to put on a confused face, because it can be solved with just a few words. , basically all the electric functions can be operated by Little P for you, such as flipping and folding the third row, adjusting various functions of the seats and opening and closing the side sliding doors. It is no problem, but I look forward to it becoming more advanced in the future. It is powerful. For example, if a passenger in the third row shouts "I want to get off the car", the second row of seats will move forward to make room for getting in and out of the car. Also, if the current second row of passengers is too lying down, the voice assistant will interpret the command as a command. It's from the third row of passengers... If these details need to be corrected, it will basically be a matter of minutes for OTA.
The Xpeng X9 can be equipped with a second-row zero-gravity space sofa as an option. The price is 16,000 yuan. I personally feel that it is not very attractive. After all, the standard second-row seats are quite good. Our test drive did not have the option. Second-row zero-gravity space sofa. Here are the official pictures of the second-row zero-gravity space sofa for everyone to experience.
The second row is the absolute C position of this car. Looking at it from the top, there is a 21.4-inch home entertainment eco-screen. It supports the only 0-75° stepless electric angle adjustment in its class. Any seat, whether sitting or lying, has the best Best viewing experience. Looking further back is a 3.6-meter-long wrap-around ambient light, which can cover the entire rear cabin ceiling, creating a very ceremonial atmosphere. The ambient light wraps the air-conditioning outlet. It is worth mentioning that the car is equipped with a wrap-around ambient light. Jingfei Soft Air Conditioner has 6000+ micropores on it.
The refrigerator is also an indispensable configuration. The refrigerator equipped with Xiaopeng X9 is an electric opening and closing refrigerator, and it can also support voice opening and closing. The electric + voice combination is really delicious when placed on the refrigerator. The two people in the front row can use it. It’s a lot more convenient. The refrigerator has a capacity of 10.8L and can accommodate 8 bottles of 570ml mineral water.
The extra-long door armrests and electric sliding doors that facilitate getting in and out of the rear row are definitely bonus designs on an MPV, but on this Xpeng X9, these two bonus designs sometimes seem to "fight" "Because the switch button of the electric side sliding door is designed on the armrest, when passengers use the armrest, they are likely to touch the switch button of the electric side sliding door. This is a bit less than ideal. Speaking of ideal, MEGA The electric side sliding door switch button here is arranged under the armrest, which makes it safer to use.
The electric slide rails of the second-row seats reach 1100mm. In conjunction with the one-button convenient entry and exit function of the third row, the second-row seats can be moved forward fully electrically to create a very spacious space for passengers in the third row to get in and out of the car. The height of the entry and exit space is up to 1315mm. If you do not choose the second-row zero-gravity seats, you can also enter and exit the third row through the middle tunnel.
The seat backs and headrests of the third row can be adjusted steplessly by electric power, ranging from 0 to 176°. Passengers in the third row can also independently control the air conditioning, equipped with top and foot air outlets as well as exclusive charging interfaces and cup holders. Add a storage compartment for your phone and it would be perfect.
Regarding the trunk space, detailed measurement data can be seen in pictures and actual operation demonstrations can be seen in videos. It is very intuitive. The third row of seats can be electrically flipped for storage, which looks impressive, but the floor from the entire third row to the trunk is actually slightly raised, which means there is a small step from the second row to the third row, but this It has little impact on the practicality of storage space, and its overall performance can score high compared to anyone else.
In terms of power, it is easy to choose without a headache. Among the four models, the first three are front-wheel drive single motors with a maximum power of 235 kilowatts and a maximum torque of 450 meters; the remaining top models are four-wheel drive versions, which have an additional rear axle. Induction asynchronous motor, the maximum power/torque of this motor is 135 kW/190 N·m.
The 800V XPower electric drive system on the Xpeng X9 has a maximum efficiency of 95.7%, a motor power density of 272KW/Ng, and uses high-voltage flat wire oil-cooled electric drive technology to effectively improve performance.
There are three versions in terms of cruising range. The lowest model uses an 84.5kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, with a CLTC range of 610 kilometers; the other three models all use a 101.5kWh ternary lithium battery, with a CLTC range of up to 702 kilometers, but the top model The four-wheel drive version of CLTC will be slightly lower, only 640 kilometers.
I won’t talk much about the power performance. You can see the performance test on the next page for acceleration capabilities. Don’t worry about the power output performance. It comes very smoothly and naturally, and the output response is no problem. With the sensitive accelerator pedal adjustment, everything comes easily. It is very comfortable and feels the same as mainstream electric cars. Comfort is the main theme. It is easy to use and suitable for use as a family car.
Another ace killer is, of course, XNGP. Text descriptions certainly cannot reflect its capabilities. Even the video, limited by the length, can only show a few highlight moments. It is recommended that you experience it in person if you have the opportunity. After all, Xiaopeng Cars have been deployed in 243 cities, and they can be used more and more often.
Qinggong, these two words written on the cover picture are indeed my biggest feeling after driving this Xpeng X9 for a few days. With the air suspension and rear-wheel steering assist that are standard in all series, this MPV has Well, one thing is different, that is, it gives you a better driving feeling than most mainstream MPVs! Good to drive! This is the most important theme in the control of Xpeng X9.
If you want to drive it yourself, you might as well take a look at the seasoning prepared by Xiaopeng: there are three driving modes: sport, standard and comfort, yes, there is no economy; there are four energy recovery modes, which are not difficult to understand, namely low and medium. , high and X-Pedal; next is the most straightforward menu, suspension height adjustment, a total of 5 gears: highest, higher, normal, lower and lowest, without any word games or even modifications.
The entire Xpeng X9 series comes standard with dual-chamber air suspension. Compared with single-chamber air suspension, which can only adjust the softness and hardness through damping, the dual-chamber air suspension allows for more free adjustment of the softness and hardness of the shock absorbers. . In addition, the maximum adjustment range of the air suspension is 90mm, which can be lowered by 50mm or raised by 40mm. It is also very useful for family members. The height drops when the trunk or side door is opened, making it easier to load and unload luggage and get in and out of the car.
Is dual-chamber air suspension necessary for an MPV? It is still necessary for the Xpeng X9. After all, it has a cool starship shape. The driving experience cannot only be comfortable. It must also show the hardcore side in the sports and comfort modes. , you can feel the difference between the soft and hard suspension is obvious enough.
The front suspension of Xpeng is a double wishbone structure. The H-arm multi-link independent suspension at the back especially reflects the efforts of the engineers. Its design is very compact because there is still room for the rear wheel steering equipment. It is also necessary to ensure that the suspension can well share and resolve various impacts from the road.
More importantly, the Xpeng X9 uses an integrated front and rear aluminum die-cast body. Its advantages are quite obvious. It can improve battery life, space utilization, bending and torsional stiffness and safety. This integrated aluminum die-cast body adopts the world's largest 12,000-ton aluminum die-cast body. Regarding die-casting machine production, by the way, Xiaopeng is already preparing to upgrade to a 16,000-ton die-casting machine. The area utilization rate of the welding line has also increased by more than 30% compared with traditional processes, and the yield rate and accuracy have also been improved. Thanks to the 1700MPa thickened hot-formed steel rear anti-collision beam, the ultra-large section coefficient extruded aluminum longitudinal beam design and rear integrated die-casting technology, the Xpeng X9 can meet the 88km/h rear impact requirements, and the rear bumper reaches the third row The maximum X-direction distance of the seat back is 790mm, providing a long enough safety distance design.
Therefore, many people question, will a chassis that integrates three-row seat magic storage and rear-wheel steering affect safety? Now the guarantee provided by Xpeng X9 is finally fully demonstrated, that is, the coordination of technical progress and design of suspension + body + electric drive allows space control and safety to be achieved at the same time.
Finally, regarding the rear wheel steering, the Xpeng X9 adopts the latest generation of ZF ZF rear wheel steering products. The rear wheel turning angle is ±5°. With the large front wheel turning angle, the Xpeng X9 has a turning radius of 5.4 meters, which is the largest in its class. Excellent performance. By the way, in addition to the rear wheel steering, this turning radius that must be shown off every time also contributes a lot to the front wheel's maximum steering angle of 41.5 degrees. Most cars are less than 40 degrees. In fact, theideal MEGAThe turning radius is also controlled by increasing the front wheel steering angle. However, the Xpeng X9 adds rear wheel steering and can directly advance to the first place. By the way, don't just focus on the turning radius. Rear-wheel steering can also significantly improve high-speed stability and safety on low-hanging roads. Having said so many advantages, there is also a compromise here, that is, the rear-wheel steering mechanism still takes up a lot of space, so the four-wheel drive version of the Xpeng X9 can only use a 135-kilowatt small asynchronous motor on the rear axle.
Regarding the association of spaceships, it can end after the appearance step. Not only does this car drive like a down-to-earth car, but it is also very simple to activate its full capabilities. Switch to sport mode and select sport for other adjustable settings. Or the strongest, then turn off the vehicle stability control system and set off! It feels quite strong when starting, and all the power is released on the front wheels, so it is easy to slip, so you need to try a few times to master the rhythm of pressing the accelerator pedal. It became easier after that, and the strength gradually stabilized and calmed down. The best time was 7.27 seconds. In addition, its mid-range acceleration performance is also relatively good. It only takes 2.86 seconds to accelerate from 40-80km/h, and 4.14 seconds to accelerate from 80-120km/h.
The power performance of 7.27 seconds is indeed not bad for an MPV. Among mainstream players, the overall strength is quite energetic. As long as you don’t encounter a character like Ji Krypton 009, don’t be afraid, not to mention you can still choose. The four-wheel drive high-performance version can accelerate by 2 seconds.
The official standard tire pressure of the Xpeng X9 is 2.7 Bar, which is a little higher than most cars. Looking at the performance directly, it is 39.05 meters, which is considered excellent for an MPV. The big guy can give people such confidence. , the tires have contributed a lot. The Michelin e·Lingyue equipped for the test drive is indeed a good tire, and its overall strength is very average. Although it focuses on durability and long-lasting performance, the tire grip is indeed okay, so everyone knows Be bold and upgrade to 20-inch wheels. RMB 6,000 is indeed a good deal, good-looking and capable of driving.
In terms of noise, the Xpeng X9 mainly suffers from driving noise. Especially when the speed increases, the wind noise is very obvious. This problem can be seen especially from the noise data of 120km/h. Translated into actual feelings, when driving on the highway, the passengers in the car will notice this if they get bored. However, fortunately, the Xpeng X9 is a very attentive MPV. The refrigerator, color TV, and large sofa are all well made. Everything is enough to allow passengers to immerse themselves in the functions when running at high speeds. The presence of wind noise is also limited. Not so strong anymore.
We took a video of this part to record the whole process. Friends who like to dig into details can review the power consumption test video above. There is a lot of information in it! If you look at the results directly, it can be summed up easily. In two words, excellent!
Summarize:
After seeing this, I believe everyone understands that Xpeng X9 is indeed strong. What is even more impressive is the care put into the design and configuration. It is truly unqualified and worthy of the title of flagship. However, if compared horizontally, MPVs in the same price range are basically plug-in hybrids. If the Xpeng X9 relies on pure electric power to compete in the end, it will suffer. After all, battery life anxiety will indeed be more serious than its opponents, but in other aspects, this car Xpeng X9 is really great. The powerful XNGP+ has better driving and control performance. Obviously, the journey on the road will become more enjoyable.
