Xpeng Motors has achieved another milestone with its G6 ultra-smart coupe SUV, securing a prestigious five-star safety rating from the 2024 Euro NCAP, further strengthening its position as a leader in electric vehicle safety.
Euro NCAP, known for its demanding evaluations, awarded this top rating after a series of rigorous crash tests, assessing critical factors such as occupant protection, road user safety, and advanced driver assistance systems. The five-star rating sets a benchmark, signaling the G6’s superior ability to safeguard passengers and reduce risks to others on the road.
This exceptional result stems from Xpeng’s innovative engineering. The G6 integrates cutting-edge technology, boasting torsional stiffness of 41,600 Nm/deg through the use of front and rear integrated die-casting—the first of its kind in China. This construction enhances structural integrity by 83% compared to traditional internal combustion engine designs, significantly improving the vehicle’s impact resistance and weight distribution.
Equally prioritized, battery safety has been elevated with a three-layer anti-collision system, including eight fortified compartments capable of withstanding pressures of up to 500 kN (50 tonnes). This comprehensive setup ensures top-tier protection for the battery, while six airbags provide a safety net for passengers from front to rear.
Xpeng’s XPILOT system contributes further to the vehicle’s safety credentials. With its suite of forward, side, and rear collision prevention technologies, the G6 effectively manages crash forces, minimizing acceleration during impacts and safeguarding occupants against injury.
This recognition follows the five-star ratings previously achieved by Xpeng’s G9 and P7 models in 2023, highlighting the brand’s consistent pursuit of safety excellence. Xpeng’s Vice Chairman and President, Brian Gu, emphasized the significance of this achievement: “These results demonstrate not only the superior safety credentials of Xpeng vehicles, but also our company’s continued dedication to building vehicles that prioritize safety.”
“Our in-house engineering team is constantly pushing the boundaries of technology to create industry-leading vehicles that robustly protect their passengers and proactively avoid collisions,” he added.
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