Xpeng to Showcase Three Models at Auto Event 2026
Xpeng will showcase three models at Automotive Management Live 2026, including its new L03 SUV coupé, the G6 electric SUV, and the X9 seven-seater. The display at Birmingham’s NEC on November 11 provides car dealers an opportunity to explore the brand’s expanding product range as the Chinese manufacturer increases investment in its UK business and dealer network.
Model Lineup and Technology
The L03, unveiled simultaneously across 65 markets at an event in Munich, features frameless doors, a 15.6-inch touchscreen, a head-up display, and lounge-style seating designed for enhanced passenger comfort. Two versions will be available: a fully electric model and the L03 Power X range-extender variant, which uses a petrol engine to generate electricity for the battery and electric motor. The model is scheduled to reach the UK market in 2027, marking a significant milestone in Xpeng’s European expansion strategy.
The X9 seven-seater demonstrates Xpeng’s expansion into additional market segments, while the G6 represents the SUV range that established its UK presence. The three-model display allows visitors to examine the technology underpinning the manufacturer’s next phase of growth, providing hands-on insights into advanced driving systems and connectivity features.
UK Expansion and Leadership
Xpeng’s support for Automotive Management Live aligns with its strategic move to take direct control of its UK business through a new national sales company (NSC). Claes Perrson, the managing director of Xpeng UK at the newly established NSC, leads the brand’s operations in the region. Perrson previously led Xpeng sales in Norway and held senior positions with Jaguar Land Rover and Hedin Mobility, bringing extensive experience to his new role.
The company entered the UK market in 2025 and has outlined ambitious plans to double its dealership and aftersales footprint during 2026. Perrson will guide the brand as it expands its dealer network coverage, with additional dealers expected to sign up to represent the franchise as the model range grows and gains market traction.
Xpeng’s strategy reflects broader competition between established manufacturers and new entrants in the UK electric vehicle market. The three-model display offers dealers a chance to assess products supporting that expansion as the market evolves, highlighting the dynamic nature of the sector’s transformation.
Journalistic Contributions to Automotive Coverage
Tom Seymour is an experienced freelance journalist specializing in the automotive and business sectors, with more than 20 years’ experience in reporting and analyzing industry developments. His extensive background enables him to provide in-depth coverage of sector-specific challenges and opportunities. He regularly contributes to Bauer Media’s publications, Fleet News and Automotive Management, covering topics ranging from fleet operations and electrification to dealership performance, manufacturer strategy, and the wider mobility environment.
Seymour also hosts and presents webinars for AM, leading discussions with senior industry figures on key trends and challenges affecting the UK automotive retail sector. These sessions look into the practical implications of industry shifts. Additionally, he plays a central role in shaping and delivering content for the annual Automotive Management Live show, developing sessions that explore innovation, leadership, and operational excellence across the industry.
Since transitioning to freelance work in 2015, Tom has worked with a range of business, technology, and transport publications from his “box in the garden” in Norwich. His home-based setup allows him to maintain flexibility in meeting diverse editorial demands. Beyond journalism, he is a former alternative rock drummer and committed movie buff, as well as a perpetually exhausted father of two lively goblins.
Event Details and Industry Context
Following a record attendance of over 1,300 industry professionals and approximately 90 exhibitors last year, this year’s event is on track to welcome more than 100 exhibitors for the first time. Denza, MG, Stellantis, and Farizon are also displaying their latest models at the show, showing the competitive market of the electric vehicle sector.
The event will feature early access to the full conference agenda across all three theatres, with over 50 industry leaders sharing practical insights, market trends, and real-world experience. Attendees can discover more than 100 exhibitors showcasing the latest products, technology, and services for dealerships, positioning the event as a key platform for industry networking and knowledge exchange.
