Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng unveiled a new fast-charging variant of its P7+ electric sedan at the 2025 Shanghai auto show, enhancing its mid-to-large-size offering with upgraded battery technology capable of significantly reducing charging times.
The newly introduced P7+ variant is equipped with a 5C charging multiplier battery pack and is priced from RMB 208,800 ($28,570). This upgrade allows the vehicle to charge from 10 percent to 80 percent in approximately 12 minutes, providing a driving range of up to 420 kilometers with a 10-minute charge.
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The 5C designation indicates the battery’s charging rate, with 5C referring to a capacity to charge at five times the battery’s rated capacity per hour, making it a substantial improvement over the previous 3C lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, which required 20 minutes for a comparable charge.
Xpeng originally launched the P7+ sedan in November 2024 with three variants, priced at RMB 186,800, RMB 198,800, and RMB 218,800. With the latest addition, the top-end variant has been replaced, maintaining the total number of configurations at three.
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The debut follows Xpeng’s broader rollout of upgraded battery packs across its lineup. The company recently launched updated versions of its G6 and G9 SUVs and the X9 multi-purpose vehicle, all of which come standard with 5C battery technology capable of charging at up to 530 kW.
The move underscores Xpeng’s continued investment in fast-charging infrastructure and battery innovation, positioning the automaker to better compete in China’s increasingly technology-driven EV market.
