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Volvo EC40 vs XPENG G6
Selected trimSingle MotorChange trim300 mi · 70 kWh · £46,860
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim292 mi · 68.5 kWh · £39,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Volvo EC40 leads on running costs and city driving, while the XPENG G6 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Volvo EC40 if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.3p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The XPENG G6 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueXPENG
Volvo
5.4
XPENG
6.6
Motorway RangeXPENG
Volvo
3.7
XPENG
5.3
FamilyXPENG
Volvo
6.8
XPENG
8.3
ChargingXPENG
Volvo
7.1
XPENG
8.9
Cost Per MileVolvo
Volvo
3.3
XPENG
2.4
City DrivingVolvo
Volvo
4.9
XPENG
3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
XPENG G6
Standard Range
- £6,870 cheaper
- 167 litres more boot space
- 182 kW faster rapid charging
- 14 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 43 kW more power
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Volvo EC40Single Motor | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £46,860 | £39,990 (better) |
| Official range | 300 miles (better) | 292 miles |
| Boot space | 404 L | 571 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min | 12 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.3 sec | 6.9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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XPENG G6
Length
Volvo EC404,440mm-318mm
XPENG G64,758mm
Width
Volvo EC401,873mm-47mm
XPENG G61,920mm
Height
Volvo EC401,591mm-59mm
XPENG G61,650mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Volvo EC40Single Motor | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,440 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,873 mm (better) | 1,920 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,034 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,591 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 11 m (better) | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 527 mm spare (better) | 480 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Volvo EC40Single Motor | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 917 mm | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 4 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 404 L | 571 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1310 L | 1374 L (better) |
| Frunk | 31 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,500 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Volvo EC40
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 |  Volvo EC40 Single Motor |  XPENG G6 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.44m | 4.76m+318mm |
| Width | 1.87m | 1.92m+47mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.03m | Not available |
| Height | 1.59m | 1.65m+59mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.70m | 2.89m+188mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 404L | 571L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1310L | 1374L (better) |
| Frunk | 31L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 917mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11m (better) | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,065kg | 2,065kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 70kWh (better) | 68.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 300 mi (better) | 292 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW | 382kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £46,860 | £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 | Volvo EC40Single Motor | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 300 miles (better) | 292 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 206 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min | 12 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW | 382 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 167 Wh/km (better) | 175 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 70 kWh (better) | 68.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Volvo EC40Single Motor | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.3 sec | 6.9 sec (better) |
| Power | 175 kW | 218 kW (better) |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Volvo EC40
Single Motor
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 - Volvo EC40 Single Motor
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist89%
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 | Volvo EC40Single Motor | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Volvo EC40
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XPENG G6
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EC40 worth the extra £6,870 over the XPENG G6?
The Volvo EC40 costs £6,870 more than the XPENG G6. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The XPENG G6 is not just cheaper - it also offers 182 kW faster peak rapid charging, 167 litres more boot space and 43 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the XPENG G6 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Volvo EC40 or the XPENG G6?
The XPENG G6 is £6,870 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 XPENG G6 comes out roughly £6,830 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Volvo EC40 and XPENG G6 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 206 miles for the Volvo EC40 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 26 minutes in the Volvo EC40 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 Volvo EC40 or the XPENG G6?
The Volvo EC40 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 47 mm narrower than the XPENG G6. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 527 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EC40 and about 480 mm of total clearance for the XPENG G6. The Volvo EC40 also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Volvo EC40 or the XPENG G6?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Volvo EC40 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 Volvo EC40'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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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .