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Audi e-tron vs XPENG G6
Selected trim50 quattro · 2019-23Change trim209 mi · 71 kWh · £59,900
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim292 mi · 68.5 kWh · £39,990
At a glance
The Audi e-tron was replaced by the Audi Q8 e-tron in 2023. Compare the Audi Q8 e-tron with the XPENG G6
In this comparison, Audi e-tron stays competitive across the board, while the XPENG G6 leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the XPENG G6 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The XPENG G6 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueXPENG
Audi
4.2
XPENG
6.6
Motorway RangeXPENG
Audi
2.2
XPENG
5.3
Family
Audi
8.3
XPENG
8.3
Too close to call
ChargingXPENG
Audi
3.1
XPENG
8.9
City DrivingXPENG
Audi
1.6
XPENG
3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
XPENG G6
Standard Range
- £19,910 cheaper
- 83 miles more WLTP range
- 262 kW faster rapid charging
- 18 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 0.6 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi e-tron50 quattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £59,900 | £39,990 (better) |
| Official range | 209 miles | 292 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 660 L (better) | 571 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 12 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 6.8 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi e-tron
XPENG G6
Length
Audi e-tron4,901mm
XPENG G64,758mm-143mm
Width
Audi e-tron1,935mm
XPENG G61,920mm-15mm
Height
Audi e-tron1,629mm-21mm
XPENG G61,650mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi e-tron50 quattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,901 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,935 mm | 1,920 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,189 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,629 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.2 m | 11.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 465 mm spare | 480 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi e-tron50 quattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 660 L (better) | 571 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1725 L (better) | 1374 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,800 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi e-tron
- At 4,901 mm, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
- Boot space of 660 L is bigger than 90% of SUVs we track.
XPENG G6
- Peak DC charging of 382 kW, faster than 95% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- Boot space of 571 L is bigger than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi e-tron 50 quattro |  XPENG G6 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.90m | 4.76m-143mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.92m-15mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | Not available |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.65m+21mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.93m | 2.89m-38mm |
| Ground Clearance | 172mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 660L (better) | 571L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1725L (better) | 1374L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.2m | 11.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,190kg | 2,065kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,800kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 71kWh (better) | 68.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 209 mi | 292 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 120kW | 382kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £59,900 | £39,990 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2019–2023 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi e-tron50 quattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 209 miles | 292 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 174 miles | 193 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 12 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 120 kW | 382 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 175 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 64.7 kWh | 68.5 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi e-tron50 quattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.8 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
| Power | 230 kW (better) | 218 kW |
| Torque | 540 Nm (better) | 440 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Audi e-tron
50 quattro
XPENG G6
Standard Range
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi e-tron 50 quattro
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - XPENG G6 Standard Range
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist75%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi e-tron50 quattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Audi e-tron
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
XPENG G6
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Audi e-tron
- £23,5992023Car360View
- £44,1992023Car360View
- £38,9992023Car360View
XPENG G6
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi e-tron worth the extra £19,910 over the XPENG G6?
The Audi e-tron costs £19,910 more than the XPENG G6. For that premium it adds 89 litres more boot space. The XPENG G6 is not just cheaper - it also offers 83 miles more WLTP range and 262 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the XPENG G6 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi e-tron or the XPENG G6?
The XPENG G6 is £19,910 cheaper to buy. The XPENG G6 is cheaper to charge, roughly £192 a year versus £232 for the Audi e-tron, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the XPENG G6 comes out roughly £20,110 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi e-tron and XPENG G6 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 174 miles for the Audi e-tron and 193 miles for the XPENG G6 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The XPENG G6 goes roughly 19 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 30 minutes in the Audi e-tron and 12 in the XPENG G6, so the XPENG G6 loses less time at each stop. That makes the XPENG G6 the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi e-tron or the XPENG G6?
The two are within 15 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 480 mm of total clearance for the XPENG G6 and about 465 mm of total clearance for the Audi e-tron. The XPENG G6 also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi e-tron or the XPENG G6?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi e-tron and 90% for the XPENG G6. That gives the XPENG G6 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The XPENG G6's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Audi e-tron's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .