Kia EV5 vs Xpeng G6
What's the difference?

Kia EV5

$46,488 - $76,698

2025 price

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Xpeng G6

$45,989 - $63,490

2025 price

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Summary

2025 Kia EV5

2025 Xpeng G6

By Andrew Chesterton

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Not Applicable, 0.0L

Fuel Type

Electric

Fuel Efficiency

0.0L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Very comfortable and capable drive experience
Entry-level pricing on point
Strong warranty offering and $350 a year servicing

Comfy, cruisy motoring
Premium feel in the cabin
Big battery means big driving range

Dislikes

Artificially heavy steering
Noticeable wind noise at times
Uncomfortable cabin materials

Stalk-style gear selector feels old fashioned
Demands a longer standard warranty
Comfort tops dynamics

2025 Kia EV5 Summary

Make no mistake, you are looking at the biggest challenge the all-conquering Tesla Model Y has ever faced in Australia.

It’s the Kia EV5, a mid-size, all-electric SUV the Korean brand thinks will be its best-selling EV by some margin.

Oh, and it’s cheaper than the Tesla, by more than a little bit.

So, is this the electric SUV that might finally put an end to Tesla’s winning run in Australia?

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2025 Xpeng G6 Summary

If you’re someone still convinced the newcomer Chinese brands don't have what it takes to shake up the Australian new car market, this might just prove you wrong.

It’s the 2025 XPeng G6 Long Range, and it’s a lot like the Tesla Model Y, only cheaper – and, in some ways, much better.

Don't believe me? Read on and I'll prove it.

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Deep dive comparison

2025 Kia EV5 2025 Xpeng G6

Verdict

The size is right, the price is right and the drive is right – three things that make the Kia EV5 a pretty formidable foe, and the kind of vehicle that might finally be able to break through the wall of the temple of Tesla in Australia.

Note: CarsGuide attended this event as a guest of the manufacturer, with accommodation and meals provided.

Verdict

You never know quite what to expect when you jump into the first model from a brand-new brand, but the XPeng G6 was a pleasant surprise. And at this price, with these features, it should really give Tesla Model Y shoppers something to think about.

Kia EV5 vs Xpeng G6 What's the difference?

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Kia EV5 vs Xpeng G6
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