Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xpeng has started rolling out its new-generation S5 HPC (high-power charging) stations, delivering up to 800 kW of power. The first S5 units went online in September in major cities such as Shanghai, Tianjin, Zhengzhou, and Wuhan, with plans to expand to Shenzhen, Beijing, Chengdu, and other locations across the country.
The new S5 superchargers were first introduced in July 2023 and are designed with advanced liquid-cooling technology. They deliver up to 800 amps of current and can operate at a maximum voltage of 1,000 volts, enabling peak charging power of up to 800 kW. These stations represent a significant leap forward from Xpeng’s previous most powerful charger, the S4, which has a maximum output of 480 kW and was launched in 2022.
🚀 XPENG’s new generation of S5 super-fast chargers is now live in four cities! 🌆
Available in:
•Shanghai
•Zhengzhou
•Tianjin
•SuzhouThe new S5 super-fast charger:
⚡ Can add 200 km of range in just 5 minutes!
⚡ Peak charging power of 750 kW.
⚡ Compatible with models… pic.twitter.com/OBX3rYCXSB— DriveGreenLiveGreen (@DriveGreen80167) September 13, 2024
Xpeng’s charging infrastructure in China currently includes around 1,440 stations, with 560 fast-charging units. The company has also integrated 88,000 third-party charging stations into its network. By 2026, Xpeng aims to operate around 10,000 charging stations, including 4,500 fast-charging stations using liquid-cooling technology, to meet the growing demand for rapid EV charging.
The launch of the S5 HPC charging stations underscores the intense competition among Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers, not just in vehicle production but also in charging infrastructure development. Nio, another major player in China’s EV market, recently introduced a 640 kW charger and a new generation of its battery swap stations, highlighting the race to enhance charging speed and convenience for EV drivers.
