Test Drive of the 2027 Xpeng G6
The review tested the rear-wheel-drive Long Range version: it features an enlarged battery capacity, a spacious cabin, and rich equipment, but some functions are hidden on the screen.
The test vehicle was the Xpeng G6 Long Range RWD, one of the versions of the electric crossover for the Australian market. Its price is 38,600 dollars excluding on-road costs. The lineup also includes a Standard Range with rear-wheel drive and two all-wheel-drive Performance versions.
The Long Range RWD is equipped with a single electric motor with a power output of 218 kW and an 80.8 kWh LFP battery. The claimed range is 525 km. For comparison, the Performance version uses two electric motors, while the standard version has a smaller battery capacity. The tested model is designed more for calm daily driving: the review author considers the rapid acceleration of the flagship modification an excessive feature for many owners.
The cabin features a large central display, through which climate control, lighting, driving modes, seat settings, and charging are managed. The screen also controls seat heating and ventilation, while physical buttons are almost absent. This control scheme requires getting used to, but after adaptation, the main functions become easily accessible. The vehicle includes wireless Apple CarPlay, voice control, Spotify, a browser, and a built-in dashcam, which requires a separate USB drive.
The Xpeng G6 offers a spacious second row with a flat floor, individual air vents, and USB-C ports. The trunk has a capacity of 571 liters, with space under the floor for a charging cable. There is no spare wheel—instead, a repair kit is provided. Other features of the model include a panoramic tinted roof, wireless smartphone charging, adjustable interior lighting, and the ability to significantly recline the rear seats.
