China’s XPeng has demonstrated the long-distance capability of its Mona L05 extended-range electric vehicle (EREV), with the crossover covering 1,194.2 km (742 miles) without recharging or refueling during a road test. The result represents 94.77 percent of its claimed combined range under China’s CLTC testing standard.
XPeng shared footage of the test on October 23, following a drive organized by Chinese automotive platform BitAuto, also known as Yiche. The vehicle traveled from Guangzhou to Wenzhou along the G228 coastal highway, completing the journey in 23 hours and 14 minutes.
The test was conducted in “Ultra Power Saving Mode,” which disabled most nonessential vehicle functions to reduce energy consumption. The climate control was set to 24°C (75°F). XPeng did not disclose the average speed, although footage reportedly showed the vehicle traveling at around 50–80 km/h (31-50 mph) for much of the journey.
How the extended-range powertrain works
The Mona L05 EREV combines a 183-kilowatt (245-horsepower) electric motor with a 37.2-kilowatt-hour lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery and a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine.
Unlike a conventional hybrid, an extended-range electric vehicle primarily uses an electric motor to drive its wheels. Its combustion engine serves as a range extender, generating electricity when the battery can no longer provide all the energy required for driving.
According to Car News China, during the test, the Mona L05 initially traveled 252.7 km (157 miles) using battery power alone, recording electricity consumption of 11.7 kWh per 100 km (18.8 kWh per 100 miles). The range-extender engine then activated to support the remainder of the journey.
XPeng lists a maximum electric-only range of 310 km (193 miles) and a combined CLTC range of up to 1,310 km (814 miles) for the EREV version. The road test therefore covered nearly 95 percent of its advertised combined range without an intermediate stop to replenish either energy source.
Over the full journey, the reported electricity consumption was 2.5 kWh per 100 km (4.0 kWh per 100 miles), and gasoline consumption was 3.7 liters per 100 km (approximately 63.6 US mpg). These figures reflect the particular test conditions rather than a guarantee of everyday efficiency.
A long-range alternative to battery-only EVs
The Mona L05 is also available as a fully battery-electric vehicle. That version uses a larger 71.1-kWh LFP battery and the same 183-kW electric motor, with a claimed CLTC range of 615–660 km (382–410 miles), depending on configuration.
The two versions address different driving needs. The battery-electric model offers a longer electric-only range, while the EREV adds a gasoline-powered electricity source for longer journeys where charging opportunities may be limited.
The vehicle measures 4,870 mm (191.7 inches) long, 1,930 mm (76.0 inches) wide and 1,636 mm (64.4 inches) tall, with a 2,940-mm (115.7-inch) wheelbase. Its listed features include a 17.3-inch central touchscreen, a 26.8-inch head-up display and a 702-liter (24.8-cubic-foot) trunk.
The Mona L05 was offered for presale in China at 169,800–191,800 yuan, equivalent to approximately $25,400–$28,700 at the exchange rates cited in reports. These are Chinese-market prices, and the range-test announcement has not established availability in other markets.
What the test does and does not show
The 1,194-km (742-mile) run offers a useful indication of the Mona L05 EREV’s long-distance capability under a specific set of conditions. However, the energy-saving mode, relatively moderate speeds, and limited disclosure of the test methodology make it difficult to compare the result directly with everyday driving.
Higher highway speeds, heavier loads, weather conditions and frequent acceleration can all affect real-world range and fuel consumption. The result should therefore be viewed as a reported road-test achievement rather than a universal estimate of how far every driver can travel.
Still, the test highlights the appeal of extended-range electric vehicles: they can deliver substantial battery-powered driving while retaining a combustion-engine-based option for journeys that exceed the battery’s standalone range.