Reference notes for the XOS Releases hub - what XOS is, how major versions line up, and how China and international releases differ. For published changelogs, use the release-note cards on the hub.
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What is XOS?
XOS (XPENG Operating System) is XPENG’s in-car infotainment and vehicle-control software. It covers navigation, climate, voice control, driver-assistance integration, and over-the-air (OTA) updates. Modern XOS builds combine AI-assisted features, a touch-first UI, and cloud-connected services.
Version ladder
Major XOS generations and international releases. Minor builds without a release note on xpeng.guru are listed for context only. Green rows mark versions with a published international release note on this site. From 2026, 5.x and 6.x run in parallel - new models in China may ship on 6.x while other cars stay on 5.x until migrated.
| Version | Year | Market | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| XOS 6.3.0 | 2026 | China (September) | G9L release with 2nd-gen VLA (Infini-VLA 30s, X-Foresight 6s) and Master Agent (VLA + VLM); VLA 2.0 Lite on Max |
| XOS 6.2.0 | 2026 | China (May-June) | 2nd-gen VLA rolls out to Turing-based Ultra and Ultra SE cars; navigation-free NGP expands to campuses and underground car parks |
| XOS 6.0-6.1 | 2026 | China first | AIOS on the Turing platform (incl. MONA M03 / P7+). European L03 display cars run early preview build with Google Maps |
| XOS 6.x | 2026+ | International | Expected in localised form for newer models; export fleet remains on 5.x during transition |
| XOS 5.12.x | 2026 | China + International | Previously communicated as 5.11.x, but as of September 2026 changed to 5.12.x as the next major aligned 5.x update |
| XOS 5.10.0 | 2026 | China only (June) | Maintenance update for Orin-X cars in Max and Pro trims; full rollout documented for 2024 and 2025 X9. Features vary by model |
| XOS 5.9.5 | 2026 | China + International | Major 5.9 wave - P-Comfort, continuous voice, XCOMBO location triggers, custom APA - GA June 2026 - release note |
| XOS 5.8.7 | 2026 | China + International | ADAS and stability fixes - aligned 5.8.x in both markets; release note covers export build |
| XOS 5.8.5 | 2025 | China + International | Minor update; not rolled out in Europe (LCC / infotainment fixes in China) |
| XOS 5.8.0 | 2025 | International | Human-Machine Co-Driving (人机共驾), Copilot, Dashcam, Pet Mode - release note |
| XOS 5.7 | 2025 | China only | AI and cabin interaction updates |
| XOS 5.6.1 | 2025 | International | Phone audio quality - release note |
| XOS 5.6.0 | 2025 | International | Major 2025 update - release note |
| XOS 5.5.0 | 2025 | China only | “Parking-space-to-parking-space” navigation - autonomous driving from basement garage bay to destination |
| XOS 5.4.6 | 2025 | International | Non-Dynaudio audio fix - release note |
| XOS 5.4.5 | 2025 | International | First major 2025 international OTA - release note |
| XOS 5.4.0 | 2024 | China only | Debuted on P7+ - End-to-End AI model, AI Chassis and AI Guard (200+ updates) |
| XOS 5.2.7 | 2024 | International | Phone audio + CarPlay / Android Auto stability - release note |
| XOS 5.2.6 | 2024 | International | G6 ADAS improvements - release note |
| XOS 5.2.5 | 2024 | International | First international XOS 5.x - GA August 2024 - release note |
| XOS 5.2.0 | 2024 | China only | “Nationwide XNGP” - mapless XNGP rollout across all cities without HD map constraints |
| XOS 5.1.0 | 2024 | China only | Launch of “AI Tianji” (AI天玑) - AI Valet Driving and AI Xiao P |
| XOS 5.0 | 2024- | China + International | Android-based foundation; G6, G9, international P7 |
| XOS 4.x | 2022-2024 | China + International | Unity UI - P5, G9, international P7; 4.4.0 · 4.4.1 |
| XOS 3.0 | 2021 | China only | XPILOT 3.0 integration |
| XOS 2.0 | 2019-2020 | China only | P7 launch era; OTA-capable |
| XOS 1.0 | 2018-2020 | China (+ Norway G3) | First generation with G3; limited export build in Norway |
Generation history
XOS 1.0 - foundation (2018-2019)
Debuted with the G3 in China: basic infotainment, voice control, and smartphone integration via XPENG’s app and Baidu services. A reduced international build shipped with the G3 in Norway (2020).
XOS 2.0 - connectivity (2019-2020)
Launched with the P7 in China: improved UI, better voice recognition, and OTA updates. Never released as a full international branch.
XOS 3.0 - ADAS integration (2021)
Tied to XPILOT 3.0 in China - adaptive cruise, lane change, and richer navigation. China-only.
XOS 4.0 - Unity cockpit (2022-2024)
Unity-based UI on P5 and G9; international P7 and G9 received 4.x OTAs through 2024. Widgets, app ecosystem, and Spotify on selected markets. See 4.4.0 and 4.4.1 for the main European P7/G9 wave.
XOS 5.0 - Android smart cabin (2024-2026)
Android-based stack on G9, G6, and international P7 - multi-screen layout, improved voice, and faster app development. In China, the architecture was introduced as AI Tianji (AI天玑) with 5.1.0 (May 2024), followed by nationwide mapless XNGP in 5.2.0, the End-to-End AI model on the P7+ in 5.4.0, and parking-space-to-parking-space navigation in 5.5.0. Early 5.x used separate odd/even minor trains for China vs export; from 5.8 onward numbering aligned more closely across markets (see China vs international). The 5.9.5 wave (June 2026) is the latest major aligned release for both markets. The 5.x line remains active internationally while 6.x rolls out in China.
XOS / AIOS 6.x (from 2026)
XOS 6 / AIOS (Artificial Intelligence Operating System) is XPENG’s next cockpit generation - AI-first UI, large-model voice interaction, and tighter integration between infotainment and driver assistance. XPENG has trademarked “XPENG AIOS”; retail and press may use either AIOS or XOS 6 naming.
In China, XOS 6.0 arrived with the new 2026 models in January. XOS 6.2.0 was rolling out in May and June with second-generation VLA for Turing-based Ultra and Ultra SE cars. XOS 6.3.0 followed on the G9L in September with Infini-VLA, X-Foresight and Master Agent. Orin-X cars continued on 5.x, leaving both branches active side by side.
International export markets are on the 5.x train (5.8, 5.9, 5.12, …). In China, the same aligned 5.x minors apply to cars not yet on 6.x / AIOS. A localised 6.x wave is expected after China; model and region timing will differ from domestic rollouts.
China vs international
Two builds share one architecture. XPENG ships a domestic version at home and an export version for Europe and other markets, and the two drift apart in services and in how fast features arrive.
- Dual generation (2026+): China runs 5.x and 6.x side by side - Turing-based newcomers launch on 6.x / AIOS while older models continue on 5.x until updated. Export markets remain 5.x-first until international 6.x is released.
- Rollout pace: China typically gets more frequent OTAs; international builds prioritise stability, translation, and regulatory fit.
- Version numbering (XOS 5+): Early 5.x used odd minors (5.1, 5.3, 5.5, 5.7) China-first and even minors (5.2, 5.4, 5.6, 5.8) for international owners. From 5.8 onward, China and export builds shared version numbers more closely - feature sets and rollout timing still differ, but the numbering tracks together. That alignment continued with 5.9.5 as the latest major international release. A subsequent 5.11.x was originally indicated for the 5.x fleet, but as of September 2026 that has been changed to 5.12.x as the next major aligned 5.x update.
- Services: China integrates WeChat, Alipay, and local streaming; international builds use TomTom navigation, Spotify where licensed, and GDPR-aligned data handling.
- Beta programmes: International owners can join XPENG’s Pioneer / Early Access programmes via the mobile app for pre-release builds (e.g. 5.2, 5.4, 5.6 waves).
Sources for the 2026 versions
- XPENG’s 2026 model launch, 8 January 2026 - AIOS 6.0 and the planned second-generation VLA rollout
- XPENG’s GX launch, 21 May 2026 - XOS 6.2.0 and the new VLA functions
- XPENG’s X9 and GX product lead on XOS 5.10.0, 5 June 2026 - full rollout to 2024 and 2025 X9
- XPENG’s assisted-driving and smart-cabin product lead on XOS 5.10.0, 4 June 2026 - Orin-X Max and Pro
Accuracy: Version dates and market scope are compiled from public sources and owner reports. Spot an error? Let us know.
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