Xpeng is set to launch its latest offering, the Mona M03, which is touted as the most aerodynamic electric sedan in production. With a drag coefficient of 0.194 cd, the Mona M03 boasts impressive efficiency and range-extending capabilities.
The Mona M03’s aerodynamic design features various innovative solutions, including an active intake on the lower front bumper, wind guide plates at the rear, and low-drag wheels. These elements contribute to a 15% increase in efficiency, extending the range by 60 km (37 miles).
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Xpeng’s Mona M03 surpasses the aerodynamic performance of other sleek electric sedans, including the BYD YangWang U6 sedan, the Lucid Air, the Mercedes-Benz EQS, the Nio ET7, and the Tesla Model S Plaid. Despite its advanced features, the Mona M03 is expected to be significantly more affordable, with an estimated price of around ¥150,000 ($20,700).
The Mona M03 is designed to be smaller than other sedans by Xpeng, with dimensions similar to the Tesla Model 3. It measures 4,780 mm (188.2 inches) long and has a wheelbase of 2,815 mm (110.8 inches).
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Car News China reports that the Mona M03 will be available with a single electric motor producing either 188 hp (140 kW / 190 PS) or 215 hp (160 kW / 218 PS). The sedan will also feature a BYD Blade battery pack, which uses lithium-iron phosphate technology.
The Mona M03 marks the debut of Xpeng’s Mona (“Made Of New AI”) series, a collaboration between Xpeng and Didi’s EV unit. With its impressive aerodynamic performance, advanced features, and competitive pricing, the Mona M03 is poised to make a significant impact in the Chinese EV market when it launches in the third quarter of 2024.
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