XPENG and the Humanoid Robot Iron
Chinese electric vehicle maker XPENG is ramping up preparations for mass production of its humanoid robot, Iron. The company aims to manufacture over 1,000 units per month by the end of 2026, with plans to deploy these robots across multiple countries starting in 2027. The first Iron units are set to serve as consultants in XPENG's Chinese showrooms, with their launch scheduled for the first quarter of 2027.
Technical Specifications of the Iron Robot
Iron was first unveiled in late 2025. Standing 178 centimeters tall and weighing 70 kilograms, the robot features 62 active joints, enabling a wide range of movements. Its hands offer 22 degrees of freedom, ensuring high dexterity and precision in task execution. A curved display is embedded in Iron's head, and it is powered by a solid-state battery.
Computing tasks are handled by three proprietary Turing AI chips with a combined performance of 2250 TOPS. The robot operates on a Vision-Language-Action AI model, trained on thousands of hours of recorded human motion. Iron can move at speeds of up to 2 meters per second, making it an efficient assistant in showroom environments.
With these cutting-edge technologies, XPENG expects Iron to become a key component of its customer service strategy, enhancing buyer interactions and boosting dealership efficiency. This was reported by
Interesting Engineering.
Advances in AI and automation continue to reshape various industries, including automotive. The introduction of robots like Iron could significantly improve communication between companies and their customers, while also reducing the workload on showroom staff. This marks an important step for XPENG as it competes globally in the electric vehicle and related technology markets.