What Level of Autonomous Driving Does XPeng Belong To?
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XPeng is equipped with a highly intelligent L2.5-level autonomous driving assistance system. Below are the relevant introductions about XPeng: Exterior Design: XPeng features a coupe-specific streamlined shape, with low-drag designs in details such as the fastback extending ducktail shape, semi-hidden wipers, low-drag exterior mirrors, as well as AGS active grille and an almost completely flat low-drag chassis, which play a key role in reducing the drag coefficient and improving the driving range. The XPeng P7 Wing Edition adds a pioneering scissor door design at the front door position, along with an exclusive ultra-flash green exterior paint. The electric suction wing doors are equipped with intelligent obstacle avoidance radar. Battery Features: XPeng is equipped with the latest generation of square battery packs, with a cell rated energy of 80.87kWh and an energy density as high as 170Wh/kg. At the same time, the motor, electric control, and reducer are highly integrated to form a high-performance three-in-one electric drive system. Compared with the traditional decentralized electric drive layout, the three-in-one electric drive system is more efficient, more compact in structure, lighter in weight, more orderly in vehicle layout, and more reliable.
I've been driving a XPeng car for a while and find its autonomous driving features particularly practical. Currently, it's mainly at L2 level, meaning it can assist with lane keeping and speed control, such as adaptive cruise control and adjusting following distance, but you can't completely take your hands off the wheel. XPeng's XNGP system is quite advanced, sometimes capable of handling turns or obstacle avoidance, somewhat approaching L3 level capabilities. However, safety regulations still require drivers to monitor road conditions and stay attentive. I've tested it on highways where it performs quite stably, but in more complex urban driving scenarios, you need to pay extra attention. This system makes long-distance driving more relaxing, but I'd recommend testing it in various road conditions before purchasing, as different models' software update frequencies can affect the experience. Maintenance is simple, mostly handled through over-the-air updates.