GUANGZHOU, CHINA – XPeng is bringing its newest family SUV to Europe. The XPeng L05, sold in China as the Mona L05, has been confirmed for European markets from early 2027, starting with Germany, and the European version will make its public debut at the Brussels Motor Show in January. It is a mid-size electric SUV built around space, screens and XPeng’s in-house artificial intelligence.
The L05 is the third and biggest model in XPeng’s Mona range, after the M03 saloon and the L03, and it is aimed squarely at the best-selling electric car in the world, the Tesla Model Y.
“The XPeng L05 embraces our vision for the future of family mobility.”
Sven De Smet, Head of Brand and Product, XPeng Europe
Built around space
At 4,870 mm long, 1,930 mm wide and 1,640 mm tall, with a 2,940 mm wheelbase, the L05 is slightly longer than XPeng’s G6, which is already on sale in Europe. Practicality is its headline feature. The boot holds 702 litres, expanding to 1,913 litres with the rear seats folded, and electric versions add a 102-litre front boot under the bonnet.
XPeng has also packed the cabin with 41 storage spaces, including a 6-litre compartment in the centre tunnel and a 10-litre bin for rear passengers. The front seats have a massage function and fold completely flat with a single handle, turning the cabin into a place to rest on long journeys.
No dials, just screens
There is no conventional instrument cluster. Instead, the driver gets a huge 26.8-inch head-up display projected onto the windscreen, while a 17.3-inch central touchscreen runs the infotainment, larger than the 15.6-inch unit in the L03. Higher trims in China add a second 17.3-inch screen mounted in the ceiling for rear passengers. The voice assistant understands natural conversation in both Chinese and English.
XPeng’s AI does the driving
The L05’s driver-assistance system runs on XPeng’s own Turing AI chips, designed in-house. Max versions use one chip, while top Ultra SE versions get two for extra computing power. XPeng says this is the same AI set-up used by its Yoyo robotaxi brand in China, and claims its “AI Intelligent Driving” technology offers overall performance comparable to Tesla’s Full Self-Driving. Exactly which features will be available in Europe depends on local regulations and will be confirmed later.
Electric or extended-range
In China, the L05 is offered with two types of powertrain. The fully electric versions use a 183 kW (245 PS) motor driving the rear wheels, with a choice of 58.2 kWh or 71.1 kWh LFP batteries, giving a CLTC range of 535 to 635 km.
The extended-range (EREV) version uses the same motor and a 37.2 kWh battery, plus a 1.5-litre petrol engine that works only as a generator. It covers up to 310 km on electricity alone and up to 1,310 km in total. XPeng has not yet confirmed whether the extended-range model will be sold in Europe; full European specifications, equipment and prices will be announced at the Brussels Motor Show, which runs from 8 to 17 January 2027.
The Mona family grows up
Mona, short for “Made Of New AI”, is XPeng’s range of affordable, tech-heavy cars. It started with the M03 saloon, which shook up the Chinese market with its low price, and continued with the L03 SUV. The L05 takes the same idea, a lot of car and a lot of technology for the money, and applies it to the biggest and most important segment of all: the family SUV. For XPeng, which has built its reputation on software and driver assistance rather than heritage, the L05 is a chance to prove that its AI-first approach can win over European families, not just early adopters.
A bargain at home
In China, the L05 starts at just 144,800 yuan, roughly €19,400, a remarkable price for a car of this size and specification. European prices will be higher once shipping, taxes and local equipment are added, but XPeng will be hoping the L05 can undercut its rivals while offering more space and technology.
Its targets are clear: the Tesla Model Y first and foremost, plus European favourites such as the Volkswagen ID.4 and Skoda Enyaq. XPeng already sells the G6 and the G9 in several European markets, and the L05 is set to become a key part of its line-up there.
What it means for the Middle East
Chinese electric brands, XPeng among them, are growing fast in markets such as the UAE and Saudi Arabia. There is no confirmation yet of an L05 launch in the region, but a spacious family SUV with a long-range extended-range option would suit Gulf driving distances well.
XPeng L05: key facts
- Type: Mid-size electric / extended-range family SUV
- Size: 4,870 mm long, 2,940 mm wheelbase, 702-litre boot
- Power: 183 kW (245 PS), rear-wheel drive
- Range (CLTC): 535–635 km electric; up to 1,310 km EREV
- Europe: From early 2027, starting with Germany; details at Brussels in January
- China price: From 144,800 yuan
Main photo: XPeng Mona L05. Other photos show XPeng’s G6 and P7+, which share the brand’s design language.