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Hyundai IONIQ 5 N vs XPENG G6
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 84 kWh · £65,800
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim292 mi · 68.5 kWh · £39,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai IONIQ 5 N stays competitive across the board, while the XPENG G6 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
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 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 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueXPENG
Hyundai
4.8
XPENG
6.6
Motorway RangeXPENG
Hyundai
3.6
XPENG
5.3
FamilyXPENG
Hyundai
7.4
XPENG
8.3
ChargingXPENG
Hyundai
7.4
XPENG
8.9
City DrivingXPENG
Hyundai
2.1
XPENG
3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
XPENG G6
Standard Range
- £25,810 cheaper
- 91 litres more boot space
- 142 kW faster rapid charging
- 15 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 0.4 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £65,800 | £39,990 (better) |
| Official range | 278 miles | 292 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 480 L | 571 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min | 12 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 3.4 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
XPENG G6
Length
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N4,715mm-43mm
XPENG G64,758mm
Width
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N1,940mm
XPENG G61,920mm-20mm
Height
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N1,585mm-65mm
XPENG G61,650mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,715 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,940 mm | 1,920 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,170 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,585 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 12 m | 11.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 460 mm spare | 480 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 480 L | 571 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1587 L (better) | 1374 L |
| Frunk | 57 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,600 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
- Peak DC charging of 240 kW, faster than 80% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- 3,000 mm wheelbase, longer 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 |  Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Base |  XPENG G6 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.71m | 4.76m+43mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.92m-20mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.17m | Not available |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.65m+65mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.00m | 2.89m-110mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 480L | 571L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1587L (better) | 1374L |
| Frunk | 57L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12m | 11.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,234kg | 2,065kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,600kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 84kWh (better) | 68.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 278 mi | 292 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 240kW | 382kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £65,800 | £39,990 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 278 miles | 292 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 232 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min | 12 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 240 kW | 382 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 175 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 84 kWh (better) | 68.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 3.4 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
| Power | 478 kW (better) | 218 kW |
| Torque | 770 Nm (better) | 440 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
Base
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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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Base
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users63%
Safety Assist88%
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 | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
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XPENG G6
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N worth the extra £25,810 over the XPENG G6?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 N costs £25,810 more than the XPENG G6. For that premium it adds 260 kW more power and a 3.5s quicker 0-62mph time. The XPENG G6 is not just cheaper - it also offers 142 kW faster peak rapid charging and 91 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N or the XPENG G6?
The XPENG G6 is £25,810 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £192 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 £25,890 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N and XPENG G6 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 232 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N and 193 miles for the XPENG G6 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 N goes roughly 39 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 27 minutes in the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N and 12 in the XPENG G6, so the XPENG G6 loses less time at each stop. So the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N or the XPENG G6?
The two are within 20 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 460 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N. The XPENG G6 also turns in a 0.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N or the XPENG G6?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N and 90% for the XPENG G6. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. The XPENG G6's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N'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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