CHINESE car makerXPENG has announced the upcoming launch of its new G6 EV which will have the shortest recharging time in its class.

The new G6 all-wheel-drive Performance Black Edition will be available to UK drivers for the first time.

Equipped with dual motors, the AWD produces 488ps of power and 660Nm of torque, enabling the AWD model to accelerate from 0-62mph in 4.13 seconds.

The Black Edition features 20-inch black sport alloy wheels, smoked black exterior trim, which includes mirrors, window surrounds, and black brake callipers, and creates a what XPENG describes as a more stealth-inspired premium appeal.

The new XPENG G6 utilises a new state-of-the-art 80.8kWh lithium iron phosphate battery.

The Next-Gen 5C battery, combined with XPENG's Full-Domain 800V High-Voltage SiC Platform, enables industry-leading charging speeds with a peak power of 451kW and delivers a 30 per cent increase in battery lifespan and the G6 can now potentially charge from 10 to 80 per cent in 12 minutes - the fastest charging EV in its segment.

XPENG says it has refined the new G6 with over 20,000 incremental developments. With enhancements to its tuning, steering dynamics, electric powertrain behaviour, battery management, and noise, vibration, and harshness levels. The result is a more refined ride with exceptional stability, comfort, and vibration isolation, ideal for the challenging British roads.

A high-efficiency heat pump is now standard across all trims, preserving range efficiency during British winters.

The car also features a new full-width 1,942mm Starlight LED light bar with integrated turn signals, creating a distinctive road presence.

Other changes are body-coloured wheel arches to replace the previous black cladding for a more cohesive look, and the matt grey XPENG logo has been repositioned.

A new rear spoiler adds 5mm to the overall length and enhances the vehicle's stance and aerodynamics, complemented by a cleaner rear diffuser.

Inside the new G6, there's a new wood-grain dash trim with suede-effect ceiling material, and a fresh dark grey interior colour theme.

The front seats now feature heating, ventilation, and massage functions, while the rear seats continue to offer a 12-level recline function for exceptional comfort.

Luggage capacity is retained at 571 litres in the boot expanding to 1,374 litres with rear seats folded.

Safety systems include adaptive cruise control, lane centring control, enhanced autoparking assist, remote parking assist with phone and key as well as a surround video system.

The G6 sees prices held at £39,990 for the RWD Standard Range, £44,990 for the Long Range while the new dual-motor AWD Performance Black Edition will be available from £49,990.