XPENG Sales Speed Jumps 44.7% Following VLA 2.0 Release

XPENG reported mixed sales results for April 2026, with total vehicle sales reaching 31,011 units. This figure represents a 13.1% increase compared to the previous month but still reflects an 11.5% decline year-on-year. Despite the ongoing challenge of surpassing 2025 monthly sales, the company noted a strong finish to the period, signalling potential momentum heading into the coming months. A significant highlight from XPENG’s recent performance is the impact of its latest driver-assist upgrade, VLA 2.0, which was officially rolled out in March. The company revealed that customer decision times following test drives have dropped dramatically, with the average time to purchase decreasing by 44.7% month-over-month. This acceleration in buyer confidence is attributed to improved intelligent driving features, which have also boosted test-drive satisfaction rates at XPENG retail locations. In addition to software improvements, XPENG unveiled the GX, its first full-sized flagship SUV, which incorporates the brand’s most advanced cross-domain technologies. This new model is expected to resonate well with consumers and potentially drive further sales growth. Meanwhile, XPENG continues to expand its manufacturing presence in Europe, marking the production of its locally assembled P7+ model at Magna’s facility in Graz, Austria. This development follows the earlier local production of the G6 and G9 models, reinforcing XPENG’s commitment to the European market. Taken together, these factors suggest XPENG is positioning itself for a stronger sales performance in the near future. The combination of cutting-edge technology, new vehicle launches, and expanded local production capabilities could help the company reverse its year-on-year sales decline. The coming months will be critical in determining whether XPENG can sustain this positive trajectory and regain growth momentum in 2026.