Xpeng G6 review: a better buy than a Tesla Model Y

Xpeng may be new to the UK, but it’s been around in mainland Europe for a while and was founded in China in 2014. Xpeng G6: From £41,000, Xpengcars.co.uk open image in gallery The Xpeng G6 follows the Tesla Model Y’s proportions and dimensions Independent rating: 9/10 Pros: Excellent quality, strong tech, decent space, nice drive Excellent quality, strong tech, decent space, nice drive Cons: Limited dealer network, Tesla beats it for range Limited dealer network, Tesla beats it for range Price range: £41,000 to £46,000 £41,000 to £46,000 Battery size: 66kWh and 87.5 kWh 66kWh and 87.5 kWh Maximum claimed range: 270 and 354 miles 270 and 354 miles Miles per kWh: 3.5 3.5 Maximum charging rate: 280 kW Battery, range, charging, performance and drive There’s not much choice when it comes to an Xpeng G6. There’s no standard-range Tesla Model Y on sale at the moment, but the long-range Xpeng’s maximum range falls a little short of the Model Y Long-Range Rear Drive car’s 373 miles. Find out more The Xpeng offers a more relaxed drive with a far more comfortable ride than a Tesla Model Y – the G6 is still firm, but never uncomfortable – although the body control isn’t quite as tight, meaning the Xpeng will lean a bit more in corners and the seats don’t quite hold you as well, although they are heated and ventilated. Prices and running costs UK pricing is expected at the Xpeng G6’s official UK launch in a few weeks, but in Europe it slightly undercuts the equivalent Tesla Model Y. We’d estimate a starting price of just over £41,000 going to around £46,000 for the long-range car.