Xpeng G9: What YouTubers Really Think About China's Fastest-Charging SUV

The Xpeng G9 has been making waves as one of the fastest-charging electric SUVs available in Europe. With claimed 10-80% charging in just 12 minutes and a price significantly undercutting German rivals, it’s attracted serious attention from EV reviewers. We analyzed 14 YouTube reviews totaling over 500,000 views to find out if the G9 lives up to the hype.

Key Specifications

Spec	Standard Range RWD	Long Range RWD	Performance AWD
Battery	78 kWh (LFP)	93 kWh (LFP)	93 kWh (LFP)
Power	351 hp	351 hp	575 hp
0-100 km/h	6.6 sec	6.4 sec	4.2 sec
WLTP Range	502 km	585 km	540 km
Peak DC Charging	445 kW	525 kW	525 kW
10-80% Charge Time	12 min	12 min	12 min
Price (Germany)	€59,600	€63,600	€72,600

Exterior Design and Presence — The SUV that has reviewers saying you could “ditch your Audi, your BMW, your Mercedes for this”—at a fraction of the price. (Image Source: Nobby On Cars)

What Reviewers Agree On

Reading this article: Numbers like [9/14 reviewers] indicate how many of the 14 reviewers mentioned each point. ★ marks near-unanimous consensus (80%+).

Rear Seat Comfort Features — Interior quality that 13 of 14 reviewers said rivals vehicles costing €100,000+, with Nappa leather and Alcantara standard. (Image Source: It’s Only Electric)

Charging Speed is Class-Leading

[14/14 reviewers] ★ The G9’s charging performance is exceptional. ELEKTROBAYS tested 6-81% in just 17 minutes at a 300kW charger, while It’s Only Electric achieved 10-80% in 11 minutes 40 seconds at a 600kW station—faster than the advertised 12 minutes.
[10/14 reviewers] ★ The charging curve stays remarkably high. ELEKTROBAYS noted “196 kW at 80%” and “106 kW still at 90%“—figures that shame most competitors.
[8/14 reviewers] The 800V architecture and 5C battery rate enable this performance. As Robin TV explained, “This is the fastest charging car available in Europe.”

Charging Speed Demonstration — The headline feature: 10-80% in under 12 minutes. ELEKTROBAYS recorded 196 kW still flowing at 80% state of charge. (Image Source: ELEKTROBAYS)

Premium Interior Punches Above Its Price

[13/14 reviewers] ★ Interior quality rivals vehicles costing €100,000+. Nobby On Cars stated the G9 could make owners “ditch your Audi, your BMW, your Mercedes for this.”
[11/14 reviewers] ★ Soft-touch materials throughout, with Nappa leather and Alcantara headliner standard on Premium trim. The Electric Viking noted dealers in Germany find customers choosing the G9 over Mercedes.
[9/14 reviewers] Massage seats front and rear with heating, cooling, and multiple programs. Plaid Tech called it “one of the best massage systems I’ve tried.”

Premium Interior Quality — Soft-touch materials throughout, plus heated, cooled, and massaging seats front and rear—features usually reserved for €100k+ vehicles. (Image Source: Artur’s Tech Tales)

Dual-Chamber Air Suspension Delivers

[12/14 reviewers] ★ The 2025 model includes dual-chamber air suspension on all trims—previously reserved for the top spec. EV Empire confirmed it “absolutely crushes Chinese EVs that use locally-made air suspension.”
[10/14 reviewers] ★ Ride quality described as “magic carpet” smooth. AutoTopNL compared it favorably to a “Mercedes S-Class in the softest setting.”
[7/14 reviewers] The updated suspension addresses the previous model’s floaty handling. It’s Only Electric noted “a bit too much body roll” is now gone.

Air Suspension Height Adjustment — The dual-chamber air suspension AutoTopNL compared to a “Mercedes S-Class in the softest setting”—now standard on all trims. (Image Source: AutoTopNL)

Cabin Silence is Exceptional

[9/14 reviewers] ★ The G9 is among the quietest EVs tested. It’s Only Electric measured 56.5 dB average—only beaten by the Mercedes G-Class and Nio ET7, both significantly more expensive.
[6/14 reviewers] Highway cruising feels “like driving 90 km/h when you’re at 120,” according to It’s Only Electric.

Dynaudio Sound System Impresses

[10/14 reviewers] ★ The 22-speaker, 2,150W Dynaudio system with Dolby Atmos earns consistent praise. It’s Only Electric called it “one of the best sound systems in any car.”
[6/14 reviewers] Pop-up tweeters add visual drama. JÖNOHS noted the system “is definitely on the level of other manufacturers in this segment.”

Where Opinions Differ

Real-World Efficiency

Positive [6/14]: Achieved 15-19 kWh/100km in mixed driving. JÖNOHS recorded 15-16 kWh/100km in everyday use.
Critical [5/14]: Winter highway driving pushed consumption to 25-27 kWh/100km. ELEKTROBAYS measured 27 kWh/100km at 130 km/h in -4°C.
Mixed [3/14]: Acceptable for the vehicle class. EV.com noted 15.9 kWh/100km over 200 miles of varied driving.

The split reflects test conditions and driving style. Summer urban driving showed excellent efficiency; winter highway speeds at 130+ km/h significantly increased consumption.

Suspension Tuning

Positive [10/14]: Comfort-focused tuning suits long-distance travel perfectly.
Critical [4/14]: The Electric Viking found it “too wafty” for Western markets and suggested Xpeng “do a tighter suspension tune for Europe.”

Chinese market preferences favor softer suspension, while some European reviewers wanted sharper handling.

Driver Assistance Systems

Positive [7/14]: Lane-keeping, adaptive cruise, and automatic lane changes work well. It’s Only Electric praised the “capacitive touch steering wheel” that doesn’t require constant pressure.
Critical [5/14]: Speed sign recognition unreliable. JÖNOHS warned “I would never rely on it in daily driving,” citing phantom braking in construction zones.
Mixed [2/14]: ELEKTROBAYS noted systems “aren’t yet at the level of German cars” but function adequately.

Xpeng removed LiDAR for the 2025 model, switching to vision-only like Tesla. This reduced price but divided opinion on ADAS capability.

Pros

[14/14 reviewers] ★ Industry-leading charging speed with 10-80% in 12 minutes
[13/14 reviewers] ★ Premium interior quality rivaling vehicles twice the price
[12/14 reviewers] ★ Dual-chamber air suspension now standard on all trims
[10/14 reviewers] ★ Excellent Dynaudio sound system with Dolby Atmos
[9/14 reviewers] ★ Exceptionally quiet cabin among the best in class
[9/14 reviewers] ★ Heated, cooled, and massaging seats front and rear
[8/14 reviewers] Strong value proposition compared to German alternatives
[7/14 reviewers] 71L frunk despite AWD configuration
[6/14 reviewers] 660L boot space with flat loading floor
[5/14 reviewers] Fast, responsive infotainment system
[4/14 reviewers] Passenger entertainment screen with YouTube, Disney+
[3/14 reviewers] Rear seat recline and leg extension for comfort
[2/14 reviewers] Soft-close doors on all four doors

Boot Space and Practicality — A practical 660 liters with flat loading floor—plus a 71-liter frunk despite the AWD configuration. (Image Source: EV Empire)

Cons

[10/14 reviewers] ★ No head-up display despite premium positioning
[8/14 reviewers] Only 11kW AC charging when rivals offer 22kW
[7/14 reviewers] Limited dealer/service network in Europe
[6/14 reviewers] 1,500kg towing capacity disappoints for this size SUV
[5/14 reviewers] Piano black trim attracts fingerprints
[5/14 reviewers] Unreliable speed sign recognition causes phantom braking
[4/14 reviewers] No panoramic roof blind despite large glass area
[4/14 reviewers] Cup holders too small for larger bottles
[3/14 reviewers] No ski hatch/pass-through to boot
[3/14 reviewers] Brakes feel undersized for the car’s weight at high speeds
[2/14 reviewers] Rear camera mounted too low gets dirty easily
[2/14 reviewers] Manual rear seat fold-up (electric release only)
[1/14 reviewers] No adaptive/matrix headlights available

Verdict

The Xpeng G9 delivers on its headline promise: it’s genuinely the fastest-charging SUV in Europe, and it wraps that capability in a premium package that embarrasses more expensive rivals. The dual-chamber air suspension, Dynaudio sound system, and massage seats throughout create a genuinely luxurious experience for €60-75,000.

The main caveats are practical rather than fundamental. The sparse European service network requires consideration, and the 1,500kg towing limit may disappoint those with caravans. The lack of head-up display and 22kW AC charging feels like penny-pinching on an otherwise generous specification.

For buyers who prioritize long-distance travel, the G9 makes a compelling case. The combination of 500+ km range, 12-minute charging stops, and a serene cabin creates an effortless cruising experience. As Artur’s Tech Tales summarized after switching from a Tesla Model S: “If you ask me today which car I would buy… I would still go for this car.”

Best for: Families wanting premium EV motoring at non-premium prices, frequent long-distance drivers, and buyers prioritizing comfort over sportiness.

Look elsewhere if: You need maximum towing capacity, require a dense service network, or want the sharpest handling dynamics.