XPENG has offered UAE customers an exclusive early look at the GX before its official launch in September 2026. The UAE will become the first international market outside China to receive the new flagship SUV, highlighting the growing importance of the country within the global electric and intelligent mobility sector.
Hosted the brand the first preview at its Sheikh Zayed Road showroom in Dubai from July 7 to July 10, followed by an Abu Dhabi showcase from July 13 to July 15. Allowed the private events customers and prospective buyers to explore the cabin, technology and premium features before deliveries begin.
Positioned as a six seat luxury SUV, combines the GX a petrol range extender with a large battery and two electric motors. Focuses its design on passenger comfort, long distance capability and advanced digital technology rather than performance figures alone.
Plans XPENG to officially launch the GX in the UAE toward the end of September 2026. Remain customer reservations open with a booking payment of AED 10000.
Starts the XPENG GX Ultra at AED 245000 including VAT. Uses this version Chinese market specifications and includes a five year or 120000 kilometer vehicle warranty, along with an eight year or 160000 kilometer battery warranty. Expects XPENG to begin Ultra deliveries from September 2026.
Costs the GCC specification GX Flagship AED 299000 including VAT. Adds this model a fully certified advanced driver assistance package and receives a seven year or 160000 kilometer vehicle warranty. Begin its expected deliveries in January 2027.
Measures the GX 5265 millimeters in length, 1999 millimeters in width and 1800 millimeters in height. Provides its 3115 millimeter wheelbase generous space across all three seating rows. Makes these dimensions the SUV longer than the Mercedes Benz GLS and BMW X7.
Offers XPENG several exterior colors, including Arctic White, Midnight Black, Fjord Grey and Desert Gold Matte. Stood out Desert Gold Matte during the Dubai preview because of its smooth matte finish, while Arctic White could become a popular choice among UAE customers. Include interior choices Purple, Brown and Grey Nappa leather.
Uses the GX a 1.5 liter turbocharged petrol engine as an electricity generator rather than a conventional source of direct wheel power. Deliver two electric motors a combined 496 horsepower and 695 Nm of torque, allowing the large SUV to reach 100 kilometers per hour in less than 4.9 seconds. Reaches its maximum speed 200 kilometers per hour.
Provides the range extended electric system a combined driving range of 1240 kilometers and a pure electric range of 310 kilometers. Reduces Active Noise Cancellation the sound of the petrol generator, helping preserve a quiet cabin when the engine begins producing electricity.
Supports the 63.3 kWh battery an 800 volt electrical platform and DC charging at up to 350 kW. Charges the battery from 10 to 80 percent in around 11.7 minutes under suitable conditions. Adds approximately 301 kilometers of range in about 12 minutes. Offers the SUV also 6 kW external power capability and a household style power outlet inside the cabin.
Creates the six seat interior an experience closer to a premium airline cabin than a traditional family SUV. Forms the main highlight the right second row zero gravity seat, which reclines, extends its leg support and moves backward while automatically shifting the front passenger seat forward.
Includes the seat 16 way electric adjustment, ventilation, a 16 point massage system, an adjustable armrest and integrated safety equipment. Adds a 21.4 inch 3K folding entertainment screen for the second row.
Receives the front cabin a 17.3 inch central display, an 8.8 inch driver screen and an 88 inch augmented reality display projected across the windshield. Delivers a 33 speaker sound system an immersive audio experience, while folding the third row completely flat creates additional luggage space.
Strengthen smart powered doors, digital projection headlights, an intelligent welcome step and radar based door protection the flagship experience. Add the GCC Flagship model systems such as automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assistance, traffic sign recognition, driver monitoring and a wading mode that supports emergency water depths of up to 700 millimeters.
Presents the XPENG GX a serious alternative for UAE luxury SUV buyers who value space, technology and long distance efficiency. Could its combination of competitive pricing, premium comfort and impressive range help it challenge established European luxury models after its September launch.
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