XPENG G6 Review UK: 316-Mile Real Range, £44,990 Price & Honest Verdict

The new XPENG G6 has arrived in the UK with a pretty big claim: XPENG says it has made more than 20,000 changes to the car.

That sounds like a marketing department getting a little carried away, but after spending more than a week with the updated G6, we found there really are some significant changes.

There’s a new battery, much faster charging, revised suspension, recalibrated steering, improved cabin refinement, updated materials and a completely redesigned front end.

And then there’s all the clever stuff.

Remote parking from your phone. Self-parking. Massage seats. Heated rear seats. A configurable driver display. Steering-wheel controls for the climate. X-Pilot driver assistance. Sleep mode. X-Combos. V2L.

So, is the new XPENG G6 actually a serious alternative to something like the Tesla Model Y?

We spent more than a week living with it to find out.

XPENG G6 price UK

The XPENG G6 currently starts at £39,990 in the UK for the RWD Standard Range.

The Long Range version we tested starts at £44,990, while the range-topping AWD Performance Black Edition starts at £49,990.

Our car was the G6 Long Range, which uses the larger 80.8kWh battery and rear-wheel drive.

In the video, we also found a lease deal at around £326 a month, although lease pricing changes regularly, so we'd definitely check the latest offers before making any decision.

The important point is that XPENG has packed an enormous amount of equipment into the G6 for the money.

XPENG G6 range and battery

One of the biggest changes for the updated G6 is the battery.

The Long Range gets an 80.8kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, rather than the NMC battery used by the previous model.

Officially, XPENG quotes up to 326 miles of WLTP range for the Long Range.

But what about real-world range?

That's where things get interesting.

During our test, we finished the journey showing 3.9 miles per kWh. Using the battery capacity, that works out at approximately 316 miles of real-world range.

It was a relatively warm day, around 19–22°C, so these were favourable conditions, but getting more than 300 miles from the Long Range G6 is a pretty useful result.

Obviously, your range will vary depending on speed, temperature, heating, traffic and driving style.

But our 316-mile calculation is encouraging.

XPENG G6 real-world range

Official WLTP: up to 326 miles

Our test: approximately 316 miles

Test efficiency: 3.9 miles/kWh

That means the G6 Long Range came surprisingly close to its official WLTP figure during our test.

XPENG G6 charging: 451kW and 12 minutes

This is arguably the party trick of the new G6.

The Long Range and Performance versions can accept up to 451kW of DC charging, with XPENG quoting a 10–80% charge in just 12 minutes under suitable conditions.

Yes, you read that correctly.

Twelve minutes.

Of course, you're going to struggle to find a charger in the UK capable of delivering 451kW today, so the headline figure shouldn't be confused with what you'll experience at every motorway charging station.

But the underlying technology is seriously impressive.

At home, XPENG quotes around 11 hours from empty to full using a 7.4kW wallbox, according to the figures shown in our test.

For most owners, though, you'll rarely be charging from completely empty.

A short rapid-charge stop can put a huge amount of usable range back into the battery.

XPENG G6 driving experience

The previous G6 was already reasonably easy to drive, but the new version feels noticeably more settled.

The Long Range produces 296bhp, sends its power to the rear wheels and officially does 0–62mph in 6.7 seconds.

It isn't a performance SUV, but it's certainly quick enough for everyday driving.

Put your foot down and the power delivery is incredibly smooth.

There isn't a massive shove that throws you into the back of the seat. Instead, the G6 builds its speed in a very controlled way.

And that's really what this car is about.

Comfort.

Refinement.

Easy progress.

However, there is still enough performance to have some fun.

Take it into a series of corners and the G6 feels relatively light and nimble for a car weighing more than two tonnes.

There is some body roll when you start pushing, but it's much more composed than the old G6.

The biggest difference is that the previous car could feel a little floaty at higher speeds.

The new one feels much more tied down.

The suspension is one of the biggest improvements

This is probably the area that impressed us most.

XPENG says it has extensively revised the chassis and suspension as part of the new G6's 20,000-plus engineering changes, including changes to suspension geometry, damping and overall vehicle dynamics.

And you can feel it.

On some of the terrible potholes and broken sections of road we encountered during the test, the G6 simply absorbed them.

Instead of a huge crash through the cabin, you get more of a gentle thud.

The car glides over bumps remarkably well.

It's one of those cars where you can hit a horrible-looking pothole and almost forget that you've just driven over it.

That's exactly what you want from a family electric SUV.

XPENG G6 steering

The steering has also been recalibrated.

The previous G6 could feel artificial, particularly if you wanted a little more weight.

The new car allows you to choose different steering settings, from lighter to heavier.

We generally preferred the lighter setting because it makes the G6 incredibly easy to manoeuvre around town.

At motorway speeds, the steering naturally weights up.

It's not a sports car and there isn't loads of feedback through the wheel, but that's probably not what most G6 buyers are looking for.

The priority here is comfort.

XPENG G6 interior

Inside, the G6 remains very much a technology-led car.

There's a 15.6-inch central touchscreen alongside a 10.25-inch digital driver display, while higher-spec versions also get the digital rear-view mirror.

And we really like having a proper display behind the steering wheel.

That's one area where the G6 has an obvious advantage over a Tesla Model Y for people who want traditional driver information directly in front of them.

The main screen is also extremely responsive.

The problem is that XPENG has put an enormous amount of functionality into it.

There are menus, submenus and settings everywhere.

Want to change the drive mode? Go into the menu.

Want to change certain driver-assistance settings? Menu.

Want to alter other vehicle functions? You guessed it.

The screen itself is excellent, but some of the functionality could be easier to access.

One of our favourite features: the steering wheel controls

This is a really clever bit of design.

XPENG has put controls on the steering wheel that allow you to adjust things such as fan speed and temperature without having to reach over to the central touchscreen.

That might sound like a small thing, but when you're driving, it's brilliant.

The steering-wheel rollers can also be customised, allowing you to change what information appears on the driver's display.

You can even switch between different display layouts, including having the navigation map positioned directly in front of you.

It's the kind of clever functionality we want to see more of in modern cars.

XPENG G6 seats and comfort

The seats are another highlight.

They're soft, comfortable and supportive enough for long journeys, while the front seats are heated and ventilated.

And then you've got the massage function.

Not just one massage setting either.

There are several different massage programmes, including settings aimed at different areas of your back.

The G6 also has a heated steering wheel.

It's becoming increasingly difficult to call this a £40,000-ish electric SUV when you start listing everything it can do.

XPENG G6 rear seats

There's plenty of room in the back.

Our rear passenger found there was loads of headroom and plenty of legroom, even with the front seat positioned for a normal passenger.

The rear seats also recline, which makes longer journeys more comfortable.

They're heated too.

There's ambient lighting, door storage, cupholders and a panoramic roof that makes the cabin feel even more spacious.

For families, this is one of the G6's biggest strengths.

XPENG G6 boot space

The G6 has 571 litres of boot space, increasing to 1,374 litres with the rear seats folded.

That's a very useful amount of space for a family SUV.

There's also additional storage beneath the boot floor.

The rear seats fold to create a practical load area, although some of the underfloor space is occupied by charging equipment.

What about the frunk?

This is one of the G6's more frustrating omissions.

The UK car doesn't come with a front boot as standard.

XPENG does offer a frunk as an optional extra, but our video highlighted the fact that it costs extra.

For a car with this much technology, it feels slightly odd that you have to pay more for a storage compartment under the bonnet.

Still, the 571-litre rear boot means overall practicality is good.

XPENG G6 visibility

The visibility story is slightly mixed.

The huge wing mirrors give you a very good view around the sides of the car.

Forward visibility is also good.

But the rear window is quite small.

Thankfully, the G6 has a digital rear-view camera system, so you can switch to a camera view when you want a clearer look behind you.

It's not something that we found to be a deal-breaker, but it's worth knowing about before you buy one.

XPENG G6 technology and clever features

This is where the G6 really starts to separate itself from some of its rivals.

Remote parking

One of the coolest features is remote parking.

You can get out of the car, open the XPENG app and remotely move the G6 into a parking space.

We tried it.

And it actually worked extremely well.

The car selected the space, manoeuvred itself into position and then corrected its position to square itself up.

It isn't just a gimmick.

If you've ever parked in a ridiculously tight space, being able to move the car remotely could be genuinely useful.

The G6 also has automatic parking from inside the car.

X-Pilot

The G6 comes with XPILOT driver-assistance technology, including adaptive cruise control and lane-centering functionality.

The controls are simple.

One pull of the stalk activates the adaptive cruise control.

A second pull activates the lane-centering system.

We tested it on the road and found it capable of steering the car through bends while maintaining its position.

As always with driver assistance, though, this isn't autonomous driving and the driver needs to remain responsible and attentive.

XPENG G6 sleep mode

This is one of those features that you probably won't use every day, but it's fascinating.

The G6 has a sleep mode that allows the seats to recline and creates different configurations for relaxing or sleeping inside the car.

You can configure different seat arrangements depending on what you're trying to achieve.

It's another example of XPENG thinking about the car as a software platform rather than simply a vehicle.

X-Combos

Another feature that doesn't get much attention is X-Combos.

These allow you to create combinations of different vehicle functions.

For example, you can combine things such as heating and preparation functions into a single command.

There are recommended combinations as well as options to create your own.

It's a clever idea, particularly for owners who like automating things.

XPENG G6 voice control

The voice assistant is very good at controlling the car.

We asked it to turn the massage seat on.

It did it immediately.

We then tried asking general questions, such as how many calories are in a banana.

That's where things fell apart.

The system is primarily useful for controlling vehicle functions rather than having a general conversation.

That's slightly surprising considering XPENG's focus on AI.

XPENG G6 driving modes and regen

You've got Eco, Comfort, Sport and Individual driving modes.

Individual allows you to customise various characteristics of the car.

The brakes were particularly impressive during our test.

They're smooth and predictable, without the grabby feeling that some EVs can have.

For regeneration, there's an X-Pedal setting that provides a strong one-pedal-style experience.

It doesn't quite bring the car to a complete stop, but it gets very close.

We actually preferred leaving it in X-Pedal most of the time.

XPENG G6 refinement

Another major improvement is refinement.

XPENG says the updated G6 has received extensive work on NVH — noise, vibration and harshness — as part of its 20,000-plus changes.

The result is a very quiet cabin.

At motorway speeds, there's little wind or road noise getting into the cabin.

The car uses acoustic glazing to help keep things quiet, and the overall impression is that the G6 feels much more mature than the outgoing model.

Autocar also praised the updated G6 for its efficiency, technology and fast charging, although its test car was less complimentary about ride comfort than our UK road test experience.

That difference is worth highlighting: road surface, tyre specification and test conditions can have a significant effect on how a car's ride feels.

XPENG G6 exterior design

The facelift has given the G6 a much cleaner front end.

The biggest change is the new full-width light bar.

It replaces the previous front-light arrangement and gives the G6 a much more modern appearance.

The XPENG badge has also been repositioned.

There are new 20-inch wheels and revised exterior detailing, while the chrome-heavy look has been toned down.

The rear remains more controversial.

It's still a fairly rounded, coupe-SUV design and we weren't completely convinced by the back end.

But overall, we think the facelift looks better than the original.

It's definitely a car that grows on you.

The new XPENG G6: what's actually changed?

XPENG says there are more than 20,000 incremental developments compared with the previous G6.

The major changes include:

• New LFP battery technology

• 451kW peak DC charging on Long Range and Performance

• 10–80% charging in as little as 12 minutes

• Revised suspension

• Revised steering calibration

• Improved NVH and acoustic refinement

• Updated interior materials

• New front-end design

• Full-width light bar

• Updated driver assistance technology

• Digital rear-view mirror

• Revised software and connected features

It's therefore much more than a simple cosmetic facelift.

XPENG G6 pros and cons

Pros

Incredibly fast charging – 451kW peak charging and a claimed 10–80% time of just 12 minutes are major selling points.

Excellent ride comfort – the revised suspension is one of our favourite things about the new G6.

Loads of technology – remote parking, massage seats, X-Pilot, configurable displays, sleep mode and plenty more.

Good real-world range – we calculated around 316 miles during our test.

Spacious interior – plenty of headroom and legroom for passengers.

571-litre boot – useful family-car practicality.

Good cabin refinement – the updated G6 is impressively quiet.

Driver display – something many minimalist EVs, including the Tesla Model Y, don't offer.

Cons

No standard frunk – it's an optional extra on the UK car.

Infotainment can be complicated – there's a lot to learn and too many functions are buried in menus.

Rear visibility isn't brilliant – the small rear window doesn't help.

Voice assistant isn't very conversational – it's excellent for vehicle commands but not much else.

Steering lacks feedback – the new calibration is more natural, but this isn't an enthusiast's SUV.

Some of the tech feels gimmicky – clever features are great, but not all of them will be useful to every owner.

XPENG G6 vs Tesla Model Y

It's impossible to review the G6 without mentioning Tesla.

The two cars occupy a similar part of the market and the G6 clearly takes aim at the Tesla Model Y.

But XPENG takes a different approach.

Tesla goes heavily down the minimalist route.

XPENG gives you a minimalist cabin too, but adds a huge amount of technology around it.

You get a proper driver's display.

You get physical controls integrated into the steering wheel.

You get massage seats.

You get a panoramic roof.

You get remote parking.

You get X-Pilot.

And you get incredibly rapid charging.

The Tesla still has its own strengths, particularly its established charging ecosystem and software experience, but the G6 offers a huge amount of equipment for the money.

XPENG G6 review verdict

So, would we have one?

After spending more than a week with the updated XPENG G6 Long Range, the answer is yes — particularly if you can find a competitive lease deal.

This isn't an electric SUV designed to thrill you through corners.

It's designed to make everyday driving easy.

It's quiet.

It's comfortable.

It's spacious.

It's packed with technology.

And that revised suspension genuinely transforms the way the car feels on poor British roads.

Then there's the charging.

Being able to add a huge amount of range in around 12 minutes, under the right charging conditions, is a massive advantage for long-distance EV driving.

The biggest surprise for us was the real-world range.

We calculated approximately 316 miles during our test, remarkably close to the official 326-mile WLTP figure.

There are still weaknesses.

The infotainment can be unnecessarily complicated. The rear visibility isn't brilliant. There's no standard frunk. And if you're looking for an electric SUV that feels genuinely sporty, this isn't it.

But that's missing the point.

The XPENG G6 Long Range is about comfort, technology, practicality and charging speed.

And at £44,990, it packs an enormous amount of car into the package.

For us, the new G6 is a huge step forward from the old car.

And if you're looking at a Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, Ford Capri or another family-sized electric SUV, the G6 absolutely deserves a place on your test-drive list.

Watch our full XPENG G6 UK road test to see all of these features in action — including the remote parking, X-Pilot, real-world range test and just how well that new suspension deals with Britain's potholes.

XPENG G6 key figures

Model tested: XPENG G6 Long Range RWD

UK price: £44,990

Battery: 80.8kWh LFP

Power: 296bhp

Drive: Rear-wheel drive

0–62mph: 6.7 seconds

WLTP range: up to 326 miles

Our calculated real-world range: 316 miles

Our test efficiency: 3.9 miles/kWh

Peak DC charging: 451kW

10–80% charging: as little as 12 minutes

Boot: 571 litres

Seats: 5

Warranty: 5 years / 75,000 miles

Overall verdict: A major improvement that turns the G6 into a seriously capable, comfortable and tech-packed electric SUV.