2025 XPeng G6 First Drive | What you need to know about the XPeng G6

[@sscheiko]

Really poor review you couldn't be arsed learning the menus but claim to have used a model y so you should take to it easily.

[@carsales]

EDIT: We've changed the title to "First Drive" which is a more accurate description. The guy who uploaded the video in the holidays is a num-nut it seems! ORIGINAL: We had the car for 24 hours and as per most new car launches it's impossible to provide an authoritative verdict with such limited time with the product. We generally produce our 5 minute "what you need to know" videos such as initially, and when we get the car for 7 or 14 days we do a more detailed video - between 15 and 20 mins. We should probably be clearer with our video types and we're always learning and trying to improve our videos so we appreciate the feedback. As Bruce mentions in the vid, we'll have a more details once we have the vehicle on full test. However, we also have a full written review with more detail here: www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/xpeng-g6-long-range-2025-review-148325/ Hope that helps and we'll have a more exhaustive video soon!

[@bandicoot2016]

You really couldn't be bothered with a proper review, could you? It was all a bit hard......

[@carsales]

EDIT: We've changed the title to "First Drive" which is a more accurate description. The guy who uploaded the video in the holidays is a num-nut it seems! ORIGINAL: The choice was actually 'short video' or 'no video'. The boss requested a shortie. We'll have a much longer once soon. We had the car for 24 hours and as per most new car launches it's impossible to provide an authoritative verdict with such limited time with the product. We generally produce our 5 minute "what you need to know" videos such as this one at first, and when we get the car for 7 or 14 days we do a more detailed video - usually between 15 and 20 mins. We should probably be clearer with our video types and we're always learning and trying to improve our videos so we appreciate the feedback. As Bruce mentions in the vid, we'll have a more details once we have the vehicle on full test. However, we also have a full written review with more detail here: www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/xpeng-g6-long-range-2025-review-148325/ Hope that helps and we'll have a more exhaustive video soon!

[@Xpeng6]

@@carsales I don't think the length was the issue.

[@AlexY1321]

Exhaustive … please no, just be fair unbiased and ignore the noise. Do what you are good at and review cars please.

[@carsales]

​@@AlexY1321 Bruce is one of Australia's most experienced car testers, and has been in this caper for decades. He's probably tested more cars than this moderator has had hot lunches! He doesn't drink the coolade with any brand and this first drive (WYNTK) piece is 100% fair and unbiased. Brands like Xpeng and BYD are super impressive and changing the game, but they're far from flawless and won't appeal to all and sundry. If you really believe it was unfair and biased, reply to this comment with your list and we'll be happy to discuss with you on this open forum.

[@AlexY1321]

@ Exactly as you said. Bruce is the expert, not me. Ask him if he is happy with the review quality.

[@Santiagoferz10]

There's a lot of negative reviews here. Firstly, respect to Carsales for keeping the video up and responding to the critical comments which is good to see from a massive company. The video isn't great but it also isn't the worst. It's obviously just a short intro to this new car so can't expect it to be too comprehensive. The part that was a letdown for me was when he was talking about the steering and how he mentioned he was unsure if he had turned on/off the buttons etc. this shows a lack of respect toward the car brand and comes across as a somewhat half assed job. Many viewers such as myself would love to be in his position getting paid to make car reviews. On that note, let me know if you're currently looking at hiring.

[@carsales]

Thanks for the feedback. It's an insight into how some boomers take to tech, perhaps?

[@ryanstarling9391]

Wow @Carsales, i understand this is a high-level overview on the G6. But i hope you have another Carsales tech conduct the next full extensive review on the vehicle that is a bit more open to technology, who is a bit more enthusiastic and has more than one level of tone. You guys are usually on the ball but this has taken yourselves down a notch. I do look forward to the full review.

[@carsales]

Thanks for the feedback. What you see on screen is Bruce in a fairly animated mood. But we will certainly pass on your feedback and we generally try to get different journalists to cover the same car. It provides a broader view on a given product and brand.

[@Maddo_75]

Absolutely useless review

[@phillipharding6610]

Agree 😊

[@carsales]

EDIT: We've changed the title to "First Drive" which is a more accurate description. The guy who uploaded the video in the holidays is a num-nut it seems! ORIGINAL: Technically this isn't a review. Bruce in the intro says "here's what you need to know" or something. We'll change the title in a moment. We had the car for 24 hours and as per most new car launches it's impossible to provide an authoritative verdict with such limited time with the product. We generally produce our 5 minute "what you need to know" videos such as initially, and when we get the car for 7 or 14 days we do a more detailed video - between 15 and 20 mins. We should probably be clearer with our video types and we're always learning and trying to improve our videos so we appreciate the feedback. As Bruce mentions in the vid, we'll have a more details once we have the vehicle on full test. However, we also have a full written review with more detail here: www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/xpeng-g6-long-range-2025-review-148325/ Hope that helps and we'll have a more exhaustive video soon!

[@paulinedobsonmayfield]

Car reviewers are so frustrating. They think comfort is a bad word. Can we have non-Luddites reviewing new EVs please, as these cars are all about the tech. I want to know things like the size of the boot, whether there is a shade for the obligatory glass roof. If I watch another review that whinges about physical buttons or generally lack thereof I will scream. Have some individuality please. Some people, myself included would never buy a Tesla unless the company parted ways with the misogynist bully who delights in sacking staff. Watching EV reviews praising a car that farts, and doesn’t have a speedo in the drivers vision, nor does it have Apple CarPlay, yet it’s held up as the gold standard. It’s mind numbing.

[@tempest8600]

You had me until the misogyny comment etc, stop being woke, grow up and just stick to your Toyota hybrid

[@benjaminpatrick6048]

Agreed, there needs to be more reviewers focused on comfort and convenience to service everyone who drives daily to work and does decent distances who just want the most comfortable and serene experience. While I enjoy a 'dynamic and engaging vehicle' from time to time, realistically I want to be comfortable most of the time and the same would be said by my entire family, not a soul actually cares about how 'engaging' the steering feels. My partner complains about how heavy my steering wheel is on my hydraulically controlled system is on my older BMW, couldn't care less about how much 'feeling' it has. Increasingly these traditional car reviewers are becoming irrelevant because they aren't comparing the things that really matter to the general public. If they did perhaps they would have a higher following and really influence car buying of the general public and not just 'enthuisiests'.

[@ensteffo]

@@tempest8600 Stop crying because a billionaire is criticized.

[@carsales]

Our other reviewers often focus more on comfort and convenience. And there's a lot more detail in our written review: www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/xpeng-g6-long-range-2025-review-148325/ Hope that helps and we'll have a more exhaustive video - covering all those elements you want to see - very soon. Because we listen to viewer feedback and try to improve what we offer.

[@gpurkeljc]

I find it hard to pay attention when I'm looking at a car parked across double unbroken lines.

[@MrThaiLuan]

I like that this channel can't be bought easily by one brand or another. Most "influencers" are not so independent or lack the resources to be and tend to try to catch the popular opinion wave in order to survive. I'm only interested in what a car can do and how well it performs those functions. I couldn't care less for any assistive tech if those things are annoying or can make my driving feel uncontrolled and dangerous and they need to be easily switched off if possible. I look forward to a more in depth review of the relevant stuff.

[@IanR-g5g]

For these new models into Australia, I would appreciate a comment on how the vehicles are serviced and by whom.

[@raymondhyde7958]

After watching a BYD Seal and an Ionic 5 struggle to connect a Tesla supercharger cable to their cars (both have charging port on the right rear, as does the G6) I would definitely consider other vehicles with left rear or right front charging ports

[@michaeltan6892]

Get the feeling you have zero interest in reviewing this car. Just wasted my 10 min

[@carsales]

EDIT: We've changed the title to "First Drive" which is a more accurate description. ORIGINAL: Technically this isn't a review. Bruce in the intro says "here's what you need to know" or something. We'll change the title in a moment. We had the car for 24 hours and as per most new car launches it's impossible to provide an authoritative verdict with such limited time with the product. We generally produce our 5 minute "what you need to know" videos such as initially, and when we get the car for 7 or 14 days we do a more detailed video - between 15 and 20 mins. We should probably be clearer with our video types and we're always learning and trying to improve our videos so we appreciate the feedback. As Bruce mentions in the vid, we'll have a more details once we have the vehicle on full test. However, we also have a full written review with more detail here: www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/xpeng-g6-long-range-2025-review-148325/ Hope that helps and we'll have a more exhaustive video soon!

[@dointheokecoke5548]

hopefully Alex M will review it

[@carsales]

We can only hope.

[@jansenwilder1335]

The white interior is gorgeous and heavenly.. which the Byd sealion 7 didnt have in Singapore sadly. Im tired with dark black interior..

[@carsales]

Agreed. Some contrast would be nice in the interiors.

[@meloriguardo]

Bro reviewer is stuck into the 70s

[@carsales]

That's a compliment.

[@incarsound]

Correct me if I’m wrong, but aren’t they using LFP and not Lithium-ion for the standard range model?

[@carsales]

You could be right - we sometimes get the GFX wrong. We will check on Monday.

[@fishndive1961]

LFP is Lithium Ion.

[@incarsound]

@@fishndive1961 LFP is Lithium Iron Phosphate

[@verjason]

The Standard Range is LFP and the Long Range is NMC. Both lithium ion batteries.

[@roborobo02]

What battery type is in it? How big is the boot? How much space in the back with seat folded down? Do they fold down? You didn't know anything about this car really it appears.

[@BruceSarbi]

G'day, did Xpeng tell you when the G9 is coming. That's the one I want to get. Thanks mate.

[@benjaminpatrick6048]

Same, this one is an ideal family car in my eyes and may just be cheap enough for us to realistically consider as our first electric car.

[@BruceSarbi]

@benjaminpatrick6048 As for me, it's whichever comes first, the G9 or the Jaecoo J8 PHEV. I wish the Li Auto L9 is coming but unfortunately no. The thing is with the G9, there is no sun blind for the pano roof.

[@benjaminpatrick6048]

@@BruceSarbi tinted though? I feel that's enough really as long as it isn't making you feel like it's baking you. Feels like the j8 has a chance of beating the g9. ADR changes really kill time to market here I notice. If they were aligned to euro standards they would be here yesterday.

[@BruceSarbi]

@@benjaminpatrick6048 Apparently like for the BYD Seal, you can get a foldable sun shade for the Xpeng G9 to clip onto the roof. Can use that in the summer.

[@carsales]

Thanks for the questions - G9 is due to arrive in Australia late 2025. Probably quarter 3. Hope that helps.

[@francisgeorge5922]

You don’t do proper review on this car and criticism on steering. You don’t know shit about electric vehicles. Definitely took money from legacy car makers . No one going to believe you as plenty of positive reviews about this vehicle

[@kenp3392]

My first impression of this review was that you had no real interest of this car at all. It seems all negative. Show us the tech and the car in detail please. The review should be unbaised to let us viewers make informed choices.

[@carsales]

EDIT: We've changed the title to "First Drive" which is a more accurate description. ORIGINAL: Technically this isn't a review. Bruce in the intro says "here's what you need to know" or something. We'll change the title in a moment. We had the car for 24 hours and as per most new car launches it's impossible to provide an authoritative verdict with such limited time with the product. We generally produce our 5 minute "what you need to know" videos such as initially, and when we get the car for 7 or 14 days we do a more detailed video - between 15 and 20 mins. We should probably be clearer with our video types and we're always learning and trying to improve our videos so we appreciate the feedback. As Bruce mentions in the vid, we'll have a more details once we have the vehicle on full test. However, we also have a full written review with more detail here: www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/xpeng-g6-long-range-2025-review-148325/ Hope that helps and we'll have a more exhaustive video soon!

[@mrnicktoyou]

Guy looks like my dad, lol, spitting image. Anyway, I like the car. I mean, all these Chinese EV's look the same but the prices are definitely almost there.

[@carsales]

But do they sound the same? Haha, Bruce will be stoked.

[@mrnicktoyou]

@@carsales they definitely don't sound the same. My dad can't even speak English properly, lol (European immigrant).

[@stizzygrayson5541]

Great car. Please keep the ev reviews coming

[@carsales]

Can do. We've got a Smart #1 coming in a day or so.

[@PSmurf107]

Bruce really seemed disinterested, like he was told to do something he did not want to do

[@carsales]

We'll feed him more caffeine.

[@chrishogbin8180]

Wow, there's a lot of "can't be arsed" in that video

[@carsales]

Appreciate the comment, we're always working to improve our vids. It's possible Bruce is experiencing some tough times.

[@IanEugene]

He wanted to force close the charging lid. 😅

[@teraris]

Maybe the reviewer is entitled to be less than enthusiastic about the car? Maybe he, as many of us do, are entitled to value characteristics like steering feel, dynamics and ergonomics, and there's no reason to be personally slighted if someone calls out a manufacturer on these especially as there are plenty of manufacturers who can get this right. Physical switchgear for common functions is also a matter of safety, and I think you might find that the move away from physical switchgear isn't being driven by customer demand but because it's cheaper for the company to put it all through a touch-screen and because designers wet themselves over minimalism at the moment. It's is better from ergonomics or safety point-of-view just because it's 'tech', Tech isn't synonymous with progress or 'better' . Stop forming parasocial relationships with car-brands or types of cars be they EV's or ICE vehicles. It's pathetic. If the car is sub-par in the driving experience, many people want to know.

[@percival_ponders]

Couldn't agree more.

[@carsales]

Well said. We review cars without fear or favour. Unlike a lot of influency-type KZbin car reviewers we are consumer advocates and will always be honest and truthful and upfront - and importantly we will ALWAYS identify sponsored or subsidised content.

[@lesmajoros333]

Better and more honest, detailed reviews can be found on the Electric Viking. This car is not just a rival to Tesla but to all the other large SUVs that still have to visit a bowser. The Xpeng is well built, oozes luxury that Mercedes and BMW can only dream of at a reasonable price for a large SUV.

[@carsales]

Eric the Viking is a great movie.

[@andrewstop1036]

Do yourself a favor and watch or follow the KZbinr “The Electric Viking”, he lives im Australia and owns the G6. He provides an honest detailed review.

[@carsales]

He is an influencer?

[@lesmajoros333]

@@carsales Better than coming across as a know f#*# all.

[@carsales]

@@lesmajoros333 Haha fair call. It's possible he didn't buy the G6 though. Like a lot of KZbinrs getting traction in the auto industry, it's likely his purchase was subsidised by Xpeng. It happens a lot with influencers. We've also noticed he's spruiking a lot of G6 stuff on his KZbin channel.

[@phototutoraustralia]

Seriously, if this is the best "review" you can do, you should give up. A total waste of my time. Surely you have someone on staff who understands modern cars and can provide some semblance of a fair review. It was all a bit too much "I don't care!"

[@carsales]

Your comment appears to be the same as around half of the other commenters here. Stay tuned for when we have the car for more than 24 hours and can deliver a longer review. Check out our other videos - we have some that go for around 40 minutes. Like this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXuVcqJ-id56a6s Also, are you Mike, Jim or Des? Photo advice seems solid.

[@phototutoraustralia]

@@carsales I'm Michael, hopefully the full review wil lbe more comprehensive.

[@carsales]

@@phototutoraustralia You better believe it. We take all feedback seriously and try to improve the viewing experience.

[@bak60]

Would appreciate a more comprehensive review maybe in several episodes.

[@carsales]

There's a lot of interest in Xpeng. We will make sure to go granular soon.

[@richardturner7356]

Does everyone else get the sense the reviewer did this under sufferance and doesn’t really like EVs? I suspect he’d be more comfortable driving a Holden or a Ford Falcon

[@carsales]

He reviewed the BYD Shark 6 and loved it - he's no EV hater.

[@Enforcer_WJDE]

This is really ridiculous....the base model costs 72k in Germany and the LR costs 79k converted to AUD.....the nerve... If they sold it to Australian prices they would sell like hotcakes, that's in the 33-36k € making it actually affordable. Looks like no manufacturer wants to sell cars in Germany anymore...

[@shuobu1521]

Go blame EU tariffs , also been called overproduction already at this price , imagine if this was sold a lot cheaper what would shown up on mainstream media 😅

[@Vass122]

you can thank the nervous Germans for your price hike...VW would be screwed if it wasnt for the EU tariffs

[@helddi]

There are 3 models. There is also a Performance. And with the OS 5.4.5 it's briljant! Very fast charging. Did you try auto parking? Or ALC?

[@Enforcer_WJDE]

@@shuobu1521 They were expensive already even without the tariffs. I don't even think the prices went up, rather the Chinese lowered the price so their imports wouldn't be uncompetetive. Even BYD vehicles still cost the same, i think they really are taking the cost instead of adding it to their vehicle cost. Still waiting until the market destablizes more later this year. They can't keep this up forever.

[@robocop581]

45% tarrifs on Chinese EVs so blame the EU Governments

[@neilsoriano8799]

mate sounds over it already

[@luckdingwong2196]

Pls don't give up your day job. Up there with the worst review I have ever seen

[@carsales]

We will improve - what area do you think would be best to fix first?

[@hadtobe4502]

Car Sales seems anti Chinese, which is a shame.

[@carsales]

Manifestly incorrect. We named the MG4 - a Chinese EV - car of the year in 2023. Check it out: www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/mg4-named-2023-carsales-car-of-the-year-143375/

[@henvan8737]

An interesting review. I am looking at the new Model Y coming soon, the main difference is that the G6 is cheaper. But is the tech in the G6 really up to the model Y ?. If Tesla reduce the price of the model Y another A$5k its a no brainer to go Tesla, if not the G6 could my next EV.

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

Tesla are for scumbags tho. Lots of baggage with Elon's lunacy.

[@carsales]

Glad you liked the vid - stay tuned for a more in-depth version once we have spent more time in the vehicle.

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

@@henvan8737 the model y sucks

[@onetwothreefour-s1n]

@@henvan8737 hail elon, fanboy.

[@yslee1401]

No one will ever want to buy a used Chinese vehicle. Think about its resale value

[@kartdoe]

Maybe it's worth looking at.

[@The_Other_Dan]

Why send an admitted 'luddite' to review a high tech car? How can you give an informed review if you don't know what you're looking at? If you're reviewing a car you should know if you've turned on or off certain features.

[@teraris]

looks like a blob

[@MrMcnamex]

vague fuzzy thank you for not spending 80k on this brand. better buy something ICE

[@Greg-k4j]

It’s just so bland…

[@jimmy.christian]

Why bother in the first place

[@theodociocozanitis5437]

I gave up watching your review when u said the controls are all on the screen

[@phillipharding6610]

Hopeless I agree

[@lesmajoros333]

Yet you managed to navigate the screen at home to post your comment. Maybe there’s hope for the likes of you yet.

[@carsales]

That's okay. Let us know what we could do better in our next Xpeng G6 review if you can. Thanks!

[@theodociocozanitis5437]

@@lesmajoros333 using my screen at home is safer than driving and trying to keep eyes on the road and screen same time , I don’t find this safe may be u do but not me

[@gregwatling4041]

Maybe this Luddite should go back to reviewing Landcruises because he showed no real interest in this car 😔

[@carsales]

If only techies and EV evangelists reviewed these cars the reviews would be uniformly glowing perhaps? Stay tuned for our full review soon.

[@GDM22]

@@carsales Do you think using the term evangelists to describe people who are interested in EVs might come across as a little insulting. You sound a bit like Paul Maric, who thinks he is being completely objective when he only highlights the comments defending EVs when there are just as many objectionable comments from ICE lovers in every EV review. Perhaps you should send someone who cares a little about climate change next time you review a Landcruiser.

[@carsales]

​@@GDM22 Fair point. Thanks for the feedback.

[@AlexY1321]

This is the worst review I’ve seen ever and I’ve watched your reviews for years. Be honest, be unbiased or you will lose loyal viewers as shown from the comments. Don’t point fingers at a lazy review,er. Wake up management team, asking your dedicated team to deliver such poor quality will result in good people leaving.

[@carsales]

Thanks for the candid comment. Please detail which areas of the review are not honest or biased. We can't improve if we don't know which elements you're upset with. Thanks.

[@alexishart1989]

Pretty pathetic review. Passing judgement while not knowing enough to be able to judge it. A big thumbs down (not a mild thumbs down).

[@carsales]

Great comment. Which areas in particular did you find most pathetic? We want to improve and to do so we need candid feedback. Thanks.

[@craigmcclure1819]

Terrible looking car. Wonder what customer service will be like

[@phillipharding6610]

Your a Fool

[@steve_lea]

Looks great to me , so much better looking that the te$la y imo