Dutch truck maker DAF has expanded its electric truck portfolio by introducing battery-electric versions of its top-tier XG and XG+ long-haul models, extending electrification beyond the XF and applying the same modular electric architecture across its premium range.
The XG and XG+ Electric use the same drivetrain technology as the XF Electric and differ primarily in cab design and size. Both models are positioned for national and international long-distance transport, offering a range of more than 500 kilometres, DAF said.
DAF first unveiled its new generation of long-haul trucks in 2021, introducing the XF, XG and XG+ as a family differentiated mainly by cab dimensions. The expansion was enabled by changes in European Union regulations that allowed longer and heavier trucks, which DAF used to improve aerodynamics and driver comfort. The electrification of the XG and XG+ follows the same modular approach, as the electric drivetrains were considered during the initial vehicle development, the company said.
The electric XG and XG+ are offered as 4×2 tractor units and 6×2 trucks with a steered trailing axle. DAF has not yet announced a specific market launch date or delivery schedule. Series production of the underlying XF Electric and XD Electric began in Eindhoven in late 2025 after earlier delays, following their debut at the IAA Transportation show in 2022.
Technically, the XG and XG+ Electric are equipped as standard with Paccar’s EX-D2 electric drivetrain, designed for heavy-duty applications with gross combination weights of up to 50 tonnes. The system delivers up to 350 kW of power and up to 2,400 Nm of torque, paired with a three-speed transmission from ZF. Regenerative braking power reaches up to 350 kW.
Energy is supplied by modular lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery packs from CATL. Customers can choose between three to five battery packs, providing total capacities from 315 kWh to 525 kWh. DAF says the largest configuration enables a driving range of around 500 kilometres. The batteries carry an eight-year warranty.
The trucks support DC fast charging at up to 325 kW. According to DAF, charging from 10% to 80% state of charge takes about 45 minutes with three battery packs and up to two hours with five packs. An optional AC onboard charger rated at up to 22 kW is also expected to be available.
DAF positions its electric range as follows: the XB Electric for urban distribution, the XD Electric for urban and regional work, the XF Electric for long-haul transport, and the XG and XG+ Electric for national and international operations. The older CF Electric and LF Electric models have been phased out.
Beyond the drivetrain, DAF highlights aerodynamic efficiency and battery management as key strengths. Features such as a curved windscreen, rounded cab edges, sealed gaps, side skirts, spoilers and camera-based mirror systems are designed to reduce air resistance. The battery packs can be flexibly positioned on the chassis, allowing body configurations similar to diesel models.
The electric XG and XG+ also include one-pedal driving, enabling drivers to adjust regenerative braking in steps via the steering column. Inside the cab, a dedicated digital instrument cluster displays energy consumption, charging status, range and regeneration, while optional navigation shows charging locations.
Production of the electric trucks takes place at DAF’s Eindhoven facility, where a dedicated assembly line for electric models operates alongside conventional truck production. The site also includes a battery sub-assembly line, with high-voltage components installed during the main vehicle assembly process.
