Outed: XPeng’s secret G7 SUV revealed in China – and it could arrive in Australia to take on the Tesla Model Y and tempt Kluger buyers
XPeng’s next SUV, the G7, has been spotted ahead of schedule after images were posted by the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information (MIIT) as part of its pre-sale homologation process – following a brief official teaser from XPeng itself. The fourth model from the Chinese EV start‑up is slated to launch in China later this year and, on paper at least, looks positioned to become a volume seller for the brand.
Built on XPeng’s SEPA 2.0 platform – the same underpinning as the mid‑sized G6 – the G7 measures 4,892 mm in length. That makes it around 141 mm longer than the Tesla Model Y and roughly on a par with traditional family three‑row SUVs such as the hybrid Toyota Kluger. Early indications and market commentary suggest XPeng will offer a seven‑seat configuration, a move that could prove decisive if the company seeks to deepen its presence in Australia’s lucrative family SUV segment.
For the local market, the timing is notable. Australian importer TrueEV has flagged plans to introduce the X9 before the end of 2025 and an updated G9 – upgraded to include a third row – in 2026. The arrival of a G7 here would expand XPeng’s three‑row options further and potentially overlap with the G9, given their comparable lengths. Competition from other Chinese brands is also tightening: BYD is widely expected to launch its first seven‑seat SUV in Australia in 2025.
On technology and specification, the G7 appears to borrow much of the G6’s cabin equipment: a 15.6‑inch central infotainment screen, a 10.25‑inch digital instrument cluster, a two‑spoke multi‑function oval steering wheel, twin wireless charging pads and button‑style door releases. Powertrain options at launch are expected to include a single e‑motor producing approximately 218 kW, with a more powerful dual‑motor all‑wheel‑drive variant to follow.
One standout technical feature is the G7’s 800‑volt electrical architecture, which should enable faster charging speeds than typical 400‑volt systems. In China, XPeng is set to offer its most advanced AI‑powered driver assistance systems on the three‑row version; however, XPeng has previously omitted some higher‑end AI features from Australian G6 deliveries, so local spec and ADAS capability for the G7 remain to be confirmed.
Full technical and pricing details will be released at the G7’s Chinese launch in the coming weeks or months. If XPeng follows its usual rollout pattern, an Australian launch announcement would follow, contingent on local homologation and final specification choices.
Conclusion
The XPeng G7 looks aimed squarely at buyers prioritising interior space and technology at a competitive price point. Its longer footprint, likely seven‑seat option and fast‑charging architecture make it a credible challenger to established family SUVs and the increasingly competitive EV field. For Australian shoppers and industry watchers, the critical questions will be local specification, the availability of advanced AI driving features, pricing and how XPeng positions the G7 alongside its planned X9 and G9 introductions. Expect clarity around those points as XPeng confirms launch details in China and outlines export plans.
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