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Kia EV3 vs XPENG G6
Selected trimStandard Range 58.3kWhChange trim270 mi · 58.3 kWh · £33,055
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim292 mi · 68.5 kWh · £39,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia EV3 leads on running costs and city driving, while the XPENG G6 leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kia EV3 if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
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.
Value
Kia
6.3
XPENG
6.6
Too close to call
Motorway RangeXPENG
Kia
4.1
XPENG
5.3
FamilyXPENG
Kia
6.5
XPENG
8.3
ChargingXPENG
Kia
4
XPENG
8.9
Cost Per MileKia
Kia
6
XPENG
2.4
City DrivingKia
Kia
7.4
XPENG
3
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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Kia EV3
XPENG G6
Length
Kia EV34,310mm-448mm
XPENG G64,758mm
Width
Kia EV31,850mm-70mm
XPENG G61,920mm
Height
Kia EV31,570mm-80mm
XPENG G61,650mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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People & luggage
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How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Kia EV3
- At 4,310 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 149 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of SUVs we track.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
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 |  Kia EV3 Standard Range 58.3kWh |  XPENG G6 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 4.76m+448mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.92m+70mm |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.65m+80mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.68m | 2.89m+210mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 460L | 571L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1374L |
| Frunk | 25L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,800kg (better) | 2,065kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58.3kWh | 68.5kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 270 mi | 292 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 127kW | 382kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,055 (better) | £39,990 |
| Price after EV grant | £31,555 (-£1,500) | £39,990 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 270 miles | 292 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 193 miles | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | 12 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 127 kW | 382 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 149 Wh/km (better) | 175 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58.3 kWh | 68.5 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | LFP |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
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Kia EV3
Standard Range 58.3kWh
8.5/10
average across 5 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Parkers4.2/5
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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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Kia EV3 Standard Range 58.3kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist78%
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
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Buying options
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Kia EV3
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XPENG G6
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Frequently asked questions
Is the XPENG G6 worth the extra £6,935 over the Kia EV3?
The XPENG G6 costs £6,935 more than the Kia EV3. For that premium it adds 255 kW faster peak rapid charging, 111 litres more boot space and 68 kW more power. The Kia EV3 is not just cheaper - it also offers lower energy use, 149 versus 175 Wh/km. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the XPENG G6 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Kia EV3 or the XPENG G6?
The Kia EV3 is £6,935 cheaper to buy. The Kia EV3 is cheaper to charge, roughly £160 a year versus £192 for the XPENG G6, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Kia EV3 comes out roughly £7,095 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Kia EV3 and XPENG G6 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 193 miles for the Kia EV3 and 193 miles for the XPENG G6 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 29 minutes in the Kia EV3 and 12 in the XPENG G6, so the XPENG G6 loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia EV3 or the XPENG G6?
The Kia EV3 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 70 mm narrower than the XPENG G6. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 550 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV3 and about 480 mm of total clearance for the XPENG G6. The Kia EV3 also turns in a 1.2 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia EV3 or the XPENG G6?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Kia EV3 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 Kia EV3'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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Further reading
Explore buying and ownership guides to help you choose between these electric cars.
GuideBuying a Used Kia EV3 (2024 on): Which Battery, the Recall, the 7-Year Warranty & What to Pay
A used Kia EV3 buyer’s guide: Standard and Long Range explained, the instrument-cluster recall, the 7-year warranty left, real-world range, what owners report, what to pay against a new one with the grant, and a printable checklist.
GuideBuying a Used XPENG G6 (2025 on): Original vs Updated, Warranty & What to Pay
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .