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Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron vs XPENG G6
Selected trimquattroChange trim390 mi · 100 kWh · £71,475
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim292 mi · 68.5 kWh · £39,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron leads on motorway range and running costs, while the XPENG G6 leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the XPENG G6 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- 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 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueXPENG
Audi
5.7
XPENG
6.6
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
8.3
XPENG
5.3
FamilyXPENG
Audi
7.5
XPENG
8.3
ChargingXPENG
Audi
8.2
XPENG
8.9
Cost Per MileAudi
Audi
4.2
XPENG
2.4
City DrivingXPENG
Audi
1.9
XPENG
3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
XPENG G6
Standard Range
- £31,485 cheaper
- 60 litres more boot space
- 112 kW faster rapid charging
- 10 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 0.5 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £71,475 | £39,990 (better) |
| Official range | 390 miles (better) | 292 miles |
| Boot space | 511 L | 571 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 22 min | 12 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 5.9 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
XPENG G6
Length
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron4,771mm
XPENG G64,758mm-13mm
Width
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron1,939mm
XPENG G61,920mm-19mm
Height
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron1,665mm
XPENG G61,650mm-15mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,771 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,939 mm | 1,920 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,193 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,665 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m | 11.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 461 mm spare | 480 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 511 L | 571 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1373 L | 1374 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 2,000 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
- 390 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 270 kW, faster than 85% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- Braked towing capacity of 2,000 kg, a stronger tow rating than 80% 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 Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro |  XPENG G6 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.77m | 4.76m-13mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.92m-19mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | Not available |
| Height | 1.67m | 1.65m-15mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.89m | 2.89m+1mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 511L | 571L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1373L | 1374L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | 11.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,150kg | 2,065kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 100kWh (better) | 68.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 390 mi (better) | 292 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 270kW | 382kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £71,475 | £39,990 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 390 miles (better) | 292 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 325 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 22 min | 12 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 270 kW | 382 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 175 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 94.9 kWh (better) | 68.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.9 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
| Power | 285 kW (better) | 218 kW |
| Torque | 485 Nm (better) | 440 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
quattro
XPENG G6
Standard Range
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant92%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist80%
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 Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron worth the extra £31,485 over the XPENG G6?
The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron costs £31,485 more than the XPENG G6. For that premium it adds 98 miles more WLTP range, 67 kW more power and a 1.0s quicker 0-62mph time. The XPENG G6 is not just cheaper - it also offers 112 kW faster peak rapid charging and 60 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the XPENG G6 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron or the XPENG G6?
The XPENG G6 is £31,485 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £176 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the XPENG G6 comes out roughly £31,405 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 Q6 Sportback e-tron and XPENG G6 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 325 miles for the Audi Q6 Sportback 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 Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron goes roughly 132 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 22 minutes in the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and 12 in the XPENG G6, so the XPENG G6 loses less time at each stop. So the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron stops less often while the XPENG G6 stops for less time - pick on which you would rather do.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron or the XPENG G6?
The two are within 19 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 461 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron. The XPENG G6 also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron or the XPENG G6?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q6 Sportback 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 Q6 Sportback e-tron's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .