XPeng MONA L05, an electric SUV with a 660 km range targeting Europe
XPeng continues to expand its MONA model lineup with a new vehicle targeting a highly competitive and popular market segment. The Chinese brand has just unveiled the first official images of the L05, which retains the aesthetic style of the L03 but features a larger body size and a profile more akin to that of a family SUV.
The new XPeng MONA L05 will be positioned as a mid-size five-seater SUV, aiming to become one of the entry-level options for young drivers. Its official launch in China is scheduled for October 15, with pre-orders starting on that date. So far, the brand has not confirmed its plans for Europe or the potential prices in our market.
XPeng MONA L05: a more sporty design and larger body size
The exterior design of the MONA L05 retains some of the features that defined the L03, but adapts them to a larger chassis. At the front, the spaceship-shaped lighting stands out—a feature XPeng aims to make one of the signature elements of the MONA series. The bumper also includes an active air intake grille designed to regulate cooling and improve aerodynamics.
The brand has paid special attention to the proportions of the body, featuring a hood with distinct shapes, pronounced shoulders, and a silhouette designed to convey dynamism without sacrificing a robust appearance. The result is a model that attempts to combine the look of a family SUV with certain sportsy details, a common approach among Chinese manufacturers seeking to attract a younger audience.
The sides feature large tires with a two-color finish, mirror housings with a floating design, and yellow decorative details on the brake calipers. The frameless doors, flush-mounted side windows, and handles partially integrated into the body also catch the eye. According to XPeng, these solutions help reduce air resistance and enhance its sophisticated appearance.
The new model measures 4.87 meters in length, 1.93 meters in width, and 1.64 meters in height, with a wheelbase of 2.94 meters. These dimensions place it in an attractive category for those who need space for family travel, though the interior layout and trunk capacity will be needed to determine how well its size is utilized.
At the rear, the focus is on the ring-shaped headlights, visually connected by a luminous strip that runs along the trunk. According to information published in China, the lighting design features over 300 laser-etched elements aimed at ensuring a recognizable appearance even at night.
The interior has not yet been officially revealed with the same level of detail as the exterior. Leaked images suggest a layout similar to that of the MONA L03, featuring a minimalist dashboard, a floating central screen, and a two-spoke steering wheel. A central console with a surface for wireless phone charging is also visible, though we will have to wait until the official launch to know the final specifications and driving assistance systems.
Two mechanical options: electric and range extender
The XPeng MONA L05 lineup will offer two mechanical configurations. The first will be electric, while the second will use an extended range system—a solution that combines a rechargeable battery with a gasoline engine acting as an electric generator. This latter option is designed for those who want to cover most of their daily trips in electric mode without relying solely on charging infrastructure for long journeys.
The electric version will feature an 183 kW (249 HP) motor and a 71.1 kWh LFP battery. The manufacturer announces four certified range variants in China, with figures of 615, 635, 640, and 660 kilometers under the CLTC cycle. According to our estimates, these figures would correspond approximately to between 535 and 574 kilometers under the European WLTP cycle.
The architecture is 400V, so the charging times will not be the same as those of its older siblings, such as the G6 which can reach 80% in 12 minutes. We assume it will maintain the figures of the L03, which delivers an excellent charging curve for its class, completing 10% to 80% in 22 minutes.
The version with an extended range option will combine a 1.5-liter gasoline engine with a maximum power of 70 kW (95 HP) and an electric motor of 183 kW (249 HP). In this case, the battery will have a capacity of 37.2 kWh and allow driving distances of between 237 and 253 kilometers in electric mode according to the CLTC cycle, depending on the chosen variant. The total range with the gasoline tank has not been disclosed yet.
Some key details remain unknown, such as the trunk capacity, to fully understand the scope of a model that will begin pre-sales in China next Thursday.
Regarding price, the reference point for the Spanish market will be the XPeng MONA L03, which starts at 38,600 euros for its rear-wheel-drive Long Range version before any discounts or promotions, or 46,600 euros for its top-of-the-line Ultra version. Therefore, the L05 will be priced above these figures.