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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross vs XPENG G6
Selected trimYOU! Comfort RangeChange trim322 mi · 79.9 kWh · £34,065
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim292 mi · 68.5 kWh · £39,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C5 Aircross leads on value for money and city driving, while the XPENG G6 leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the XPENG G6 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The XPENG G6 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueCitroën
Citroën
7.2
XPENG
6.6
Motorway RangeXPENG
Citroën
3.6
XPENG
5.3
FamilyXPENG
Citroën
7.2
XPENG
8.3
ChargingXPENG
Citroën
5.5
XPENG
8.9
City DrivingCitroën
Citroën
4.1
XPENG
3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
YOU! Comfort Range
- £5,925 cheaper
- 30 miles more WLTP range
- 0.7 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £34,065 (better) | £39,990 |
| Official range | 322 miles (better) | 292 miles |
| Boot space | 565 L | 571 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 12 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.9 sec | 6.9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
XPENG G6
Length
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross4,652mm-106mm
XPENG G64,758mm
Width
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,936mm
XPENG G61,920mm-16mm
Height
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,692mm
XPENG G61,650mm-42mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,652 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,936 mm | 1,920 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,692 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 464 mm spare | 480 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 565 L | 571 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1374 L |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
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 |  Citroën ë-C5 Aircross YOU! Comfort Range |  XPENG G6 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.65m | 4.76m+106mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.92m-16mm |
| Height | 1.69m | 1.65m-42mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 2.89m+95mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 565L | 571L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1374L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,184kg | 2,065kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 79.9kWh (better) | 68.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 322 mi (better) | 292 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW | 382kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £34,065 (better) | £39,990 |
| Price after EV grant | £32,565 (-£1,500) | £39,990 (not eligible) |
| 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 | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 322 miles (better) | 292 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 224 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 12 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW | 382 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 170 Wh/km (better) | 175 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 73.7 kWh (better) | 68.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.9 sec | 6.9 sec (better) |
| Power | 157 kW | 218 kW (better) |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 440 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
YOU! Comfort Range
XPENG G6
Standard Range
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C5 Aircross YOU! Comfort Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist62%
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 | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | 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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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
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XPENG G6
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Frequently asked questions
Is the XPENG G6 worth the extra £5,925 over the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross?
The XPENG G6 costs £5,925 more than the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. For that premium it adds 222 kW faster peak rapid charging, 61 kW more power and a 2.0s quicker 0-62mph time. The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross is not just cheaper - it also offers 30 miles more WLTP range. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the XPENG G6 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the XPENG G6?
The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross is £5,925 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £184 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross comes out roughly £5,965 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and XPENG G6 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 224 miles for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and 193 miles for the XPENG G6 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross goes roughly 32 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the XPENG G6?
The two are within 16 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 464 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross also turns in a 0.7 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the XPENG G6?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross 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 Citroën ë-C5 Aircross'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
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