- Xpeng has completed its first robot prototype developed to automotive standards, marking a crucial step toward mass-producing humanoid robots this year.
- Xpeng aims to achieve mass production of humanoid robots by the end of 2026.
Xpeng (NYSE: XPEV, HKG: 9868) has completed its first ET1 version robot prototype developed to automotive standards, He Xiaopeng, chairman and CEO of the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker, said on Weibo Monday.
"My colleagues showed me around and discussed it all day — a crucial step toward mass-producing high-level humanoid robots this year," said the Xpeng CEO.
Mr. He provided no further details or shared images.
Xpeng announced at its 2025 AI Day event on November 6, 2025, that it aims to achieve mass production of high-level humanoid robots by the end of 2026.
The company unveiled its next-generation Iron humanoid robot at the event, which performed a catwalk demonstration with natural, fluid movements and highly realistic human posture.
The robot's walking posture appeared so lifelike that many suspected a human was concealed inside. Xpeng subsequently unzipped it to prove it was a robot.
The company unveiled its first-generation Iron humanoid robot at the 2024 AI Day in November 2024. Standing 178 cm tall and weighing 70 kg, it closely resembles a human.
The new Iron features a humanoid spine, bionic muscles, flexible skin, a 3D curved display on its head, and hands with 22 degrees of freedom.
Powered by Xpeng's second-generation VLA (Vision-Language-Action) model, it incorporates three in-house developed Turing AI chips delivering 2250 TOPS of computing power.
The humanoid robot can perform advanced tasks including conversation, walking, and interaction, powered by Xpeng's AI capabilities.
The new Iron model incorporates all-solid-state batteries to achieve lightweight design, high energy density, and enhanced safety, according to Xpeng.
Iron would initially prioritize commercial service applications, seamlessly integrating into various industries like a human, said Mr. He at the 2025 AI Day event.
