A few months ago, Irwin from InstaAutoVlog got to know the XPENG G6. His first impression after a few hours of driving? This car could well become a formidable competitor for the Tesla Model Y. The car is now available at dealers, and Irwin has driven it again—this time for at least 1250 kilometers. His findings are in this article and the accompanying video.
Our test car The test was driven in what will probably be the most popular variant: the Long Range RWD, the middle version. The test model ultimately cost 49,980 euros, including the optional paint color Graphite Gray (800 euros) and a tow bar of 1,190 euros. The car was equipped with standard 19-inch alloy wheels. This Long Range G6 is fitted as standard with an 87.5 kWh battery, an 11 kW onboard charger, and state-of-the-art 800 V fast-charging technology.
The XPENG G6 falls within the D-SUV segment and is therefore a direct competitor to the Tesla Model Y, but also to models such as the IONIQ 5, the Kia EV6, and the Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric, the Car of the Year 2024. Although the external dimensions of the XPENG are identical to those of the Tesla, it is visually distinguished by the striking daytime running lights at both the front and rear.
Check out a video of the XPENG G6 at the bottom of this article!
Neat interior
Inside the G6, the renewed acquaintance is pleasant. The high entry is comfortable and the interior is neat and solidly finished. The seats are comfortable, even after a long drive. In terms of storage space, everything is well arranged, except for the somewhat cramped cup holders. A nice detail is the two wireless chargers, which actively cool your phone while charging.
Smart and fast infotainment system
The G6 is equipped with two LCD screens: a digital instrument cluster for the driver and a 15-inch horizontally mounted infotainment and navigation system. During the test, the speed of the system was particularly noticeable. In particular, the lack of boot time turned out to be on Tesla’s level. There are still some bugs, such as the Spotify app that occasionally stops playing, but knowing the diligent brand, this will be solved in no time. The EV route planning works properly, as does the prediction of the remaining battery capacity after arriving at your destination.
Storage space could be better
Rear seat passengers, two adults, appreciated the comfortable seating, flat floor, and efficient ventilation system. The standard glass roof provides plenty of light. A nice bonus is that XPENG offers you a free choice of black or white interior themes for upholstery. The trunk is spacious enough for the luggage of a family of five, but the lack of a large extra compartment under the floor, like in the Tesla Model Y, is a shame. A ‘frunk’ is also missing.
From 10 to 80 percent in 20 minutes!
As standard, we see an 11kW onboard charger and advanced 800V fast-charging technology, which enables a peak of no less than 280 kW. Does it achieve that? Absolutely! As soon as a fast charger was set in the navigation system, the battery was heated up and the G6 managed to reach 80 percent SoC (state of charge) in just over 20 minutes. The impressive charging curve was particularly noticeable: even at 75 percent SoC, the charger still delivered a power of 167 kW.
Average energy consumption is surprisingly efficient
And how far can you drive with that? Over a distance of 1250 km, we noted an average energy consumption of 16.7 kWh/100 km, which is surprisingly efficient. Especially considering that many kilometers were driven after seven in the evening and there were two bicycles on the tow bar for about 200 km. If you drive daily during rush hour, you can count on consumption values of around 15 kWh/100 km, while at 130 km/h you get about 23 to 24 kWh/100 km. Note: the average energy consumption is measured and not just read from the on-board computer.
As for driving, the G6 remains a pleasant and comfortable companion. Straight-line stability is excellent, even at speeds above 130 km/h. The only downside is the sometimes somewhat soft damping and suspension, which makes the car feel restless at times.
