Spy shots are out, and it looks like Xpeng’s ready to drop an SUV version of its insanely popular Mona M03 sedan. The car community is buzzing, wondering if this bigger sibling can capture the same magic as the M03, which has already sold over 180,000 units.
Mona M03: A Sales Juggernaut
The Mona M03 sedan has been a massive hit for Xpeng, pulling serious weight in their overall sales. We’re talking over 180,000 units delivered, and it has absolutely dominated China’s pure-electric A-segment for a full year. October alone saw the M03 push out 16,309 units, making it Xpeng’s top seller for that month. Clearly, Xpeng is on a roll, hitting one million production milestones, with the M03 playing a starring role.
SUV Spy Shots: What We Know So Far
Those blurry spy shots, despite their low resolution, hint at a strong family resemblance between the upcoming Mona SUV and its sedan counterpart. Think of it like the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y relationship, where a shared platform underpins two different body styles. The SUV definitely looks more upright, featuring a raised roofline and a fastback-style profile that gives it that trendy coupe-SUV vibe.
It’s early days, but the word on the street is the SUV might start with a similar technical setup to the M03. However, analysts are pretty confident we’ll see upgrades in power or range to match its larger size and the expectations of SUV buyers. This move would also help it stand out from the sedan and offer that extra utility and capability SUV owners crave.
Global Ambitions and Market Challenges
Xpeng isn’t just thinking about China, they’re going global. The Mona lineup is set to hit the European market in 2026. The M03, with its attractive price point of just under 120,000 yuan (about 16,700 USD) in China, is their secret weapon for this international push. Xpeng’s “In Europe, With Europe” strategy is serious business, with an R&D center setting up shop in Munich and careful consideration of local production to sidestep any potential EU tariffs.
However, the SUV’s success will hinge on its pricing. The M03 set a high bar for value, so the SUV needs to follow suit while still bringing more to the table in terms of space, versatility, and tech. If it feels too much like a slightly bigger M03 without significant enhancements, it might struggle to make a splash in the competitive SUV segment. With EV subsidies shrinking and purchase tax changes on the horizon, the market’s only going to get tougher. If Xpeng can nail the pricing, deliver meaningful upgrades, and lean into its software strengths, the Mona SUV could absolutely keep the M03’s momentum going and become a vital player in Xpeng’s bigger picture. For other interesting EVs coming to market, check out the new MG4 EV update and the Onvo L90.
