XPENG plans to launch five new right-hand-drive models in the UK over the next 12 months and expand its retail and service network to around 100 locations by 2027, the company announced on Friday.
The plans were unveiled at XPENG’s first UK Brand Day, hosted by company Vice Chairman and President Brian Gu, following the establishment of XPENG’s direct operations in the UK market.
The new lineup will begin with the L03 and G9L, with XPENG developing the range specifically for the UK’s right-hand-drive market. The expanded portfolio will target both private buyers and business customers.
XPENG said the new models will feature advanced intelligent cockpit systems and dual-energy powertrain options, including battery-electric and Kunpeng extended-range systems.
XPENG also plans to open three flagship stores in London and Manchester within the next six months. The brand said the expansion is intended to ensure most UK customers are within roughly 30 minutes of a sales or service location.
The automaker is also seeking partnerships with 20 dealer groups and leasing providers by 2027. It plans to back the network with factory-trained specialists, dedicated vehicle delivery services, a national parts distribution center and remote diagnostics and over-the-air software updates.
Gu stated the brand’s ambition for the market. “The UK is a strategically important market for XPENG, and we see significant opportunities to build a strong, long-term presence here, with the ambition of becoming the UK’s number one premium EV brand by 2028.”
XPENG plans to roll out its Next Generation Pilot (NGP) intelligent driving system, powered by VLA 2.0, in the UK in 2027. The company is also evaluating the potential introduction of its Robotaxi service and IRON humanoid robot in the market.
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