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Tesla Model Y vs XPENG G6
Selected trimRWDChange trim314 mi · Not available · £41,990
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim292 mi · 68.5 kWh · £39,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Tesla Model Y leads on motorway range and running costs, while the XPENG G6 leads on family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Tesla Model Y if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the XPENG G6 if...
- 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 Tesla Model Y edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Tesla
6.5
XPENG
6.6
Too close to call
Motorway RangeTesla
Tesla
5.8
XPENG
5.3
FamilyXPENG
Tesla
7.8
XPENG
8.3
ChargingXPENG
Tesla
7
XPENG
8.9
Cost Per MileTesla
Tesla
7.7
XPENG
2.4
City Driving
Tesla
3
XPENG
3
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £41,990 | £39,990 (better) |
| Official range | 314 miles (better) | 292 miles |
| Boot space | 854 L (better) | 571 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 12 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.9 sec | 6.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Tesla Model Y
XPENG G6
Length
Tesla Model Y4,794mm
XPENG G64,758mm-36mm
Width
Tesla Model Y1,981mm
XPENG G61,920mm-61mm
Height
Tesla Model Y1,621mm-29mm
XPENG G61,650mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,794 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,981 mm | 1,920 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,129 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,621 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. | 419 mm spare | 480 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 854 L (better) | 571 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 2118 L (better) | 1374 L |
| Frunk | 117 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Tesla Model Y
- 3rd-largest boot among SUVs in our catalogue at 854 L.
- A 117 L frunk, one of 6 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 117 L or more.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% 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 |  Tesla Model Y RWD |  XPENG G6 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.79m | 4.76m-36mm |
| Width | 1.98m | 1.92m-61mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.13m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.65m+29mm |
| Wheelbase | Not available | 2.89m |
| Ground Clearance | 162mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 854L (better) | 571L |
| Boot (seats down) | 2118L (better) | 1374L |
| Frunk | 117L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | 11.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,906kg (better) | 2,065kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | Not available | 68.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 314 mi (better) | 292 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 175kW | 382kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £41,990 | £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 | Tesla Model YRWD | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 314 miles (better) | 292 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 251 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 12 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 175 kW | 382 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 138 Wh/km (better) | 175 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | Not available | 68.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.9 sec | 6.9 sec |
| Power | Not available | 218 kW |
| Torque | Not available | 440 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Tesla Model Y
RWD
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
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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 - Tesla Model Y RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users86%
Safety Assist92%
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 | Tesla Model YRWD | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Tesla Model Y
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XPENG G6
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Tesla Model Y
- £38,1212025Car360View
- £43,4442025Castle EVView
XPENG G6
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Tesla Model Y worth the extra £2,000 over the XPENG G6?
The Tesla Model Y costs £2,000 more than the XPENG G6. For that premium it adds 283 litres more boot space and lower energy use, 138 versus 175 Wh/km. The XPENG G6 is not just cheaper - it also offers 207 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Tesla Model Y comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Tesla Model Y or the XPENG G6?
The XPENG G6 is £2,000 cheaper to buy. The Tesla Model Y is cheaper to charge, roughly £152 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 XPENG G6 comes out roughly £1,800 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Tesla Model Y and XPENG G6 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 251 miles for the Tesla Model Y and 193 miles for the XPENG G6 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Tesla Model Y goes roughly 58 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Tesla Model Y or the XPENG G6?
The XPENG G6 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 61 mm narrower than the Tesla Model Y. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 480 mm of total clearance for the XPENG G6 and about 419 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model Y. 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 Tesla Model Y or the XPENG G6?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Tesla Model Y and 90% for the XPENG G6. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day. 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 .