If imitation is the sincerest form of automotive flattery, Jaguar Land Rover should be blushing bright red today as images of XPeng’s latest new model released overnight show it clearly pays its design respects to the current Range Rover.
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Numerous sightings of prototype and pre-production versions of the GX (codenamed G01) gave strong hints to the newcomer’s generous overall proportions. But now an overall length in excess of 5.2 metres has been confirmed.
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With a roof profile, pillar treatment and body contours oozing Range Rover vibes, the GX features dual-layer stacked headlights, a full-length panoramic sunroof and, interestingly, retractable door handles, the latter now banned in new cars on sale in China from January 1, 2027.
The absence of a roof-mounted Lidar sensor reflects Xpeng’s shift towards camera-based ADAS tech and a two-piece split tailgate includes a Range Rover-esque single tail-light strip across its upper section.
Glimpses of the likely six-seat interior point to an augmented reality head-up display replacing a traditional instrument cluster.
The car’s full specification is yet to be confirmed but CarNewsChina suggests final details will be submitted to the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) shortly, with the car likely to appear at the Beijing Auto Show 2026 in late April.
As for cost-of entry, CarNewsChina expects a number in excess of ¥400,000 (~$83,250).
XPeng currently offers its Tesla Model Y-rivalling G6 mid-size electric SUV in Australia with the X9 large electric (and possibly EREV) people mover scheduled to arrive mid-year and the G9 premium large electric SUV coming here in the third quarter.
CarsGuide has contacted XPeng for comment on the GX’s potential inclusion in the brand’s local line-up.
