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XPeng G6 vs Kia EV5
XPeng G6 and Kia EV5 are both electric SUVs. They sit in the mid-size EV segment. These models suit buyers who want daily utility, tech features, and lower operating cost. G6 targets tech-oriented buyers. EV5 targets value and comfort.
G6 offers a longer range in its top trim. EV5 has a usable range but less than G6 in most tests. G6 supports faster DC charging speeds. EV5 charges at slower rates on public rapid chargers. Both handle AC home charging well.
G6 sits above EV5 in price. EV5 is priced lower in most markets. G6 sells in China, Europe, and some other regions. EV5 is in North America, parts of Asia, and Europe. This comparison helps you weigh range, charging, and price to pick the better fit for your needs.
QUICK VERDICT; G6 fits buyers who want range and fast charging. EV5 fits buyers who want value and comfort.
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| Price | $45,000.00 $40,000.00 |
| Our Rating | |
| Brand | XPeng KIA |
| Category | Electric Cars Electric Cars |
MODEL
| Full Model Name | Kia EV5 |
| Generation | 1st Generation |
| Segment / Class | C-Segment Compact Electric SUV |
| Available Trims / Variants |
XPeng G6 Standard Range RWD XPeng G6 Long Range RWD XPeng G6 Performance AWD Kia EV5 Standard Range FWD Kia EV5 Long Range FWD Kia EV5 Long Range AWD Kia EV5 GT |
| Powertrain Options | Single Motor FWD · Dual Motor AWD |
| Additional Notes | GT trim revealed January 2026; base trims revealed October 2023 |
LAUNCH
| Reveal Date |
2024, April 03
2023, October 12 - Kia EV5 Standard Range FWD 2023, October 12 - Kia EV5 Long Range FWD 2023, October 12 - Kia EV5 Long Range FWD 2026, January 9 - Kia EV5 GT |
| Launch Year | 2025 (base trims) · 2026 Q2 (GT) |
| Availability Status | Coming soon. Expected release 2024, May On sale — GT available Germany from May 2026; base trims limited markets |
| Brand / Manufacturer | Kia (Hyundai Motor Group) |
| Country of origin | China South Korea |
| Assembly Country | South Korea |
| Markets Available | South Korea · Germany (GT confirmed) · select European markets |
| Grey Market Import | Possible via South Korea or China sourcing; not yet confirmed for Nigeria/Kenya/South Africa |
| Base Price (USD) |
€ 43,600 £ 40,000 - XPeng G6 Standard Range RWD € 47,600 £ 45,000 - XPeng G6 Long Range RWD € 51,600 - XPeng G6 Performance AWD ~$40,000 est. (Standard Range); GT from €59,990 Germany |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity |
66 kWh usable - XPeng G6 Standard Range RWD 87.5 kWh usable - XPeng G6 Long Range RWD 87.5 kWh usable - XPeng G6 Performance AWD 60.3 kWh total - Kia EV5 Standard Range FWD 81.4 kWh total - Kia EV5 Long Range FWD 81.4 kWh total - Kia EV5 Long Range FWD 81.4 kWh total - Kia EV5 GT |
| Battery Chemistry |
Liquid-cooled Li-ion LFP battery (800V type) - XPeng G6 Standard Range RWD Liquid-cooled Li-ion NCM (800V type) - XPeng G6 Long Range RWD Liquid-cooled Li-ion NCM (800V type) - XPeng G6 Performance AWD NMC Lithium-ion |
| Battery Architecture | 400V |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-cooled |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) |
270 mi WLTP - XPeng G6 Standard Range RWD 354 mi WLTP - XPeng G6 Long Range RWD 342 mi WLTP - XPeng G6 Performance AWD 336 mi (541 km) — Long Range AWD · 476 km — GT (WLTP official) |
| Energy Consumption |
282 Wh/mi WLTP - XPeng G6 Standard Range RWD 282 Wh/mi WLTP - XPeng G6 Long Range RWD 288 Wh/mi WLTP - XPeng G6 Performance AWD 186 Wh/km rated · 208 Wh/km real-world est. (GT) |
| Regen Braking (Max kW) | Yes Yes (level adjustable) |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging (Max kW) |
Type 2
Type 2 7 kW Type 2 11 kW |
| DC Charging (Max kW) |
CCS 280 kW max, 10-80% in 20 min CCS, 30-80% in 27 min - Kia EV5 Standard Range FWD CCS, 30-80% in 27 min - Kia EV5 Long Range FWD CCS, 140 kW max, 30-80% in 27 min - Kia EV5 Long Range FWD CCS, 140 kW max, 10-80% in 30 min - Kia EV5 GT |
| Charging Time (10–80%) | 30 min (GT & Long Range at 150 kW) |
| Battery Warranty | 7 years / 150,000 km |
| Battery Preheating | Yes — auto via navigation |
| Additional Notes |
Vehicle to load (V2L) 220V electrical outlet (3.3 KW max) Standard Range DC peak kW unconfirmed; treat as provisional |
PERFORMANCE
| Motor Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous |
| Motor Configuration | Single Motor FWD (Standard & Long Range FWD) · Dual Motor AWD (Long Range AWD & GT) |
| Front Motor Output (kW / HP) | 160 kW / 218 hp (FWD trims) |
| Power Output (kW / hp) |
RWD 258 hp (190 kW) - XPeng G6 Standard Range RWD RWD 286 hp (210 kW) - XPeng G6 Long Range RWD AWD 476 hp (350 kW) - XPeng G6 Performance AWD FWD 218 hp (160 kW) - Kia EV5 Standard Range FWD FWD 218 hp (160 kW) - Kia EV5 Long Range FWD AWD 306 hp (225 kW) - Kia EV5 Long Range FWD AWD 302 hp (225 kW) - Kia EV5 GT |
| Peak Power (kW / hp) | 225 kW / 306 hp (GT) |
| Torque (Nm) |
440 Nm (325 lb-ft) - XPeng G6 Standard Range RWD 440 Nm (325 lb-ft) - XPeng G6 Long Range RWD 660 Nm (487 lb-ft) - XPeng G6 Performance AWD 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) - Kia EV5 Standard Range FWD 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) - Kia EV5 Long Range FWD 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) - Kia EV5 Long Range FWD |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
6.9 sec 0-62 mph - XPeng G6 Standard Range RWD 6.7 sec 0-62 mph - XPeng G6 Long Range RWD 4.1 sec 0-62 mph - XPeng G6 Performance AWD 6.2 sec 0-62 mph - Kia EV5 GT |
| Top Speed (km/h / mph) | 124 mph (200 km/h) 180 km/h (GT) |
| Transmission / Drive | Single-speed Single-speed direct drive |
| Additional Notes | GT 0–100 figure confirmed by manufacturer |
BODY
| Body Style | 5 door SUV, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Platform / Architecture | SEPA2.0 HMG E-GMP (EV-dedicated) |
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 4753 x 1920 x 1650 mm (187.1 x 75.6 x 65.0 in) 4,610 × 1,875 × 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2890 mm (113.8 in) 2750 mm (108.3 in) |
| Kerb Weight (kg) |
EU: 2100 kg unladen, 2553 kg gross - XPeng G6 Standard Range RWD EU: 2100 kg unladen, 2553 kg gross - XPeng G6 Long Range RWD EU: 2195 kg unladen, 2638 kg gross - XPeng G6 Performance AWD 1,870 kg (Standard Range FWD) · 2,205 kg (GT) |
| Max Laden Weight (kg) | 2,670 kg (GT) |
| Suspension (Front / Rear) | Front double wishbone, rear multi-link |
| Wheel Size (inches) | R20 R18 · R19 · R20 |
| Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) | EU: 571 l, 1374 l max 566 L (GT) · 1,650 L max (seats folded) |
| Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) | No 44 L |
| Towing Capacity (kg) | Yes 1,800 kg braked · 750 kg unbraked (GT) |
| Payload Capacity (kg) | 540 kg (GT) |
| Turning Circle (m) | 11.8 m |
| Sunroof | Glass sunroof |
| Additional Notes | Width with mirrors: 2,135 mm |
SAFETY
| Airbags (count) | Front, side, rear, head airbag system Front, side, rear curtain, driver knee airbag |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | Yes |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Yes |
| Traction Control System (TCS) | Yes |
| Low-Speed Pedestrian Warning | Yes |
| Structural Safety | E-GMP dedicated EV platform |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) | Yes |
| Child Seat Anchors (ISOFIX / LATCH) | Yes — 2 seats |
| 360° Camera / Surround View | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes |
| Driver Assistance (ADAS) | 2 LiDAR radars, 5 mmWave radars, 7 hi-res cameras, 4 surround cameras, 12 sensors. Forward/Rear/Lateral Collision Prevention, Lane Centering, Lane Change Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Traffic Jam Assist, Emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist monitoring, High beam Assist, Blind Spot Alert, Door Open Warning |
| ADAS Features | Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist · Lane Keeping Assist · Lane Following Assist · Driver Attention Warning · High Beam Assist · Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist · Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist · AEB with Pedestrian Recognition · Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance · Front/Rear Parking Distance Warning · Safe Exit Assist |
| Autonomous Driving Level | Level 2 (ADAS) |
| Crash Test Ratings | Euro NCAP 2025 — Adult 83% · Child 85% · VRU 74% · Safety Assist 80% |
| Additional Notes | 12 front/rear sensors; front radar and cameras |
COMFORT
| Seating Capacity | Heated and ventilated front seats 5 |
| Seat Heating | Yes — front seats |
| Seat Ventilation | Yes — front seats |
| Massage Function | Yes — front seats |
| Climate Control | 3-zone climatronic |
| Roof Type | Panoramic glass sunroof Glass sunroof |
| Bluetooth / Wi-Fi | Yes — Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Parking Assistance System Front & rear sensors · 360° camera · reversing camera |
| Additional Notes | 3-zone climatronic |
DISPLAYS
| Centre Screen (inches) | 15" touchscreen 12.3" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display (inches) | 10.2" 12.3" |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | No Yes |
| Mirror Link / Apple CarPlay / Android Auto | Yes — wireless |
LIGHTING
INFOTAINMENT & AUDIO
| Navigation System | Yes |
TECHNOLOGY
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | Yes — 3.6 kW AC · exterior Type 2 adapter · interior standard socket |
| Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) | Announced |
| Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2H) | Announced |
| Face Recognition | No |
| Fingerprint Sensor | No |
| Additional Notes | Plug & Charge (ISO 15118-2) supported · Autocharge supported |
OWNERSHIP
| Official Dealer Network | Yes — Kia dealer network (South Korea, Europe) |
| Import Duty Class | SUV — check local tariff schedule (Nigeria HS code 8703) |
Note
| Data Source | evcarlatest.com · ev-database.org · Kia manufacturer data |
| Last Updated | June 2026 |
| Additional Notes |
For Europe market Up to 41600 Nm/degree torsional stiffness |
| Editor's Note | Standard Range DC charging peak kW, V2G/V2H output figures, and African pricing are unconfirmed — do not publish as confirmed specs |
| Disclaimer | We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct |
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Disclaimer Note
Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
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