XPENG goes all in with its new MONA L05: LFP battery, 660 km range, and an aggressive price point
Xpeng is preparing a new addition to its Mona entry-level lineup, targeting one of the most in-demand market segments. The new model has not been officially unveiled yet, but it has already provided enough clues to give a clear idea of what it will offer when it hits the Chinese market.
This is the XPENG MONA L05, the third model in the Mona family following the MONA M03 and the MONA L03. Compared to its two predecessors, this new SUV features a significantly larger size and belongs to a higher category, with a coupe-style body and mechanical options that allow customers to choose between an electric version and one with range extension.
XPENG's strategy with the MONA lineup is quite clear. The M03 launched the series as an affordable electric sedan, while the L03 brought this philosophy to the SUV format. The L05 will follow that path, but with significantly larger dimensions and a configuration designed to compete in a market segment filled with increasing alternatives.
A nearly 4.9-meter SUV with two propulsion systems
The exterior design of the XPENG MONA L05 retains many of the features introduced in the L03, though applied to a larger body. It features the family’s signature closed front end, T-shaped lighting units, and a side line that ends in a coupe-style rear section. Images of the model also show 20-inch wheels and yellow brake calipers, elements that enhance its sporty appearance.
The dimensions confirm that this is not just a simple evolution of the L03. The MONA L05 measures 4.87 meters in length, 1.93 meters in width, and 1.64 meters in height, with a wheelbase of 2.94 meters. Its curb weight ranges around 2,000 kg depending on the configuration, while available documentation also mentions 18-inch wheels in addition to the 20-inch ones.
Inside, XPENG aims to evolve the design used in the MONA L03. The layout is very clean, featuring a large central touchscreen and an information projection system on the windshield (HUD), with no conventional driver display expected. Available details suggest a five-seater interior and a design very similar to the L03, albeit with additional space thanks to its larger dimensions.
The mechanical version will be one of the most interesting aspects of the L05. The electric version will use a single 183 kW motor, equivalent to 249 horsepower, with a top speed of 180 km/h. Information from Chinese homologation indicates that the motor is located at the rear axle, so the model will retain a rear-wheel-drive configuration.
For those who need more flexibility on long trips, there is a second option available. The EREV version will combine the same 183 kW (249 horsepower) electric motor with a 70 kW (95 horsepower) 1.5-liter gasoline engine that serves as an extended range option. In this setup, the wheels will continue to be driven by the electric motor, while the combustion engine’s main function is to generate electricity when needed.
In the electric version, the MONA L05 will use a 71.1 kWh battery with LFP chemistry supplied by CALB. Available information indicates a maximum range of around 630 km according to the CLTC cycle in the specified configuration, although the homologation documents cover different versions with figures ranging from 615 to 660 km. Based on our estimation, when adjusted to a scenario closer to WLTP, the 630 km CLTC figure would be approximately 548 km.
The EREV version will employ a smaller battery of 37.2 kWh, also with LFP chemistry, provided in this case by EVE Power. The all-electric range will reach up to 253 km under the CLTC cycle. According to our estimation, this figure would equate to around 220 km in a cycle comparable to WLTP. The homologation sources also list versions with 237 and 245 km CLTC range.
The load figures have not been officially announced yet, so we will have to wait for the final presentation to know the maximum DC power and the time required to recharge. The same is true for acceleration, as this data is also not confirmed in the available information.
XPENG plans to introduce and launch the MONA L05 in China during the fourth quarter of 2026. The manufacturer itself confirmed in August that the L05 will be one of the new models to arrive during this period, as part of a product strategy aimed at significantly expanding the company’s lineup.
As of now, there is also no official price. This is particularly important for this model, as the MONA series has been built around a fairly aggressive balance between size, technology, and price. The MONA M03 currently starts at 119,800 yuan in China, while the MONA L03 begins at 123,800 yuan. The L05 is expected to be priced higher than both due to its larger size and higher positioning, yet it will still maintain competitive figures.
