The Xpeng G6 is now formally launched in Malaysia, simply over 5 months after Bermaz Auto introduced it might be the sole distributor of the Chinese language model right here. First revealed globally finally 12 months’s Auto Shanghai, the G6 arrives as a fully-imported (CBU) mannequin and instantly competes towards the Tesla Mannequin Y right here.
Constructed on Xpeng’s modular Sensible Electrical Platform Structure 2.0 (SEPA 2.0) with an 800V electrical structure, the G6 is obtainable in two variants. The start line is the 580 Professional that retails for RM165,820 on-the-road with out insurance coverage, which is adopted by the 755 Professional at RM185,820 – these are under preliminary estimates.
When you’re curious concerning the variant names, the numbers in them correspond to the vary figures listed for the G6 in China – 580 km and 755 km – that are based mostly on the nation’s extraordinarily beneficiant CLTC normal. Bermaz Xpeng appropriately states closer-to-real-world WLTP figures for the G6 variants in its official spec sheet, which curiously lists the variants extra sensibly – Customary Vary and Lengthy Vary – so we’ll roll with that from right here on out.
Peculiar variant names apart, the G6 is definitely price as a substitute for the Mannequin Y as a result of its beginning worth is aggressive, undercutting the bottom Mannequin Y that begins from RM191,000 by a complete RM25,180.
For the sum you’ll be paying, the entry-level Customary Vary packs a 66-kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery that gives as much as 435 km of vary following the WLTP normal. This powers a rear-mounted electrical motor rated at 259 PS (255 hp or 190 kW) and 440 Nm of torque, which allows a 0-100 km/h time of 6.6 seconds and high velocity of 200 km/h.
Step as much as the Lengthy Vary and the battery chemistry is switched to nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) with a better vitality capability of 87.5 kWh for as much as 570 km of vary. It’s nonetheless a rear-wheel drive setup right here however energy is bumped to 286 PS (282 hp or 210 kW) whereas torque stays the identical at 440 Nm. The added grunt sees the century dash time drop to six.2 seconds however no change to the highest velocity.
So, how does the G6 stack up towards the Mannequin Y on paper? Nicely, the latter’s base variant is the Rear-Wheel Drive that provides 455 km of vary (WLTP), a 0-100 km/h time of 6.9 seconds and a high velocity of 217 km/h – Tesla doesn’t disclose outputs on its official web site. Larger-spec variants of the Mannequin Y value extra – Lengthy-Vary All-Wheel Drive at RM238,000 and Efficiency at RM280,000 – however they’re dual-motor and all-wheel drive, which isn’t a configuration obtainable for the G6 right here however is obtainable in China.
On the charging entrance, each variants of the G6 help AC charging (Sort 2) at a peak capability of 11 kW, with a 5-100% state of cost (SoC) achieved in 7.5 hours for the Customary Vary and 9.5 hours for the Lengthy Vary.
There’s additionally DC quick charging (CCS2) however the max capability differs between the 2 because the Customary Vary can deal with as much as 215 kW whereas the Lengthy Vary will go as much as 280 kW, though each will see a 10-80% SoC in 20 minutes. The G6 additionally has a vehicle-to-load (V2L) operate that may ship as much as 3.3 kW however you’ll should supply an adapter your self as it isn’t supplied.
When it comes to dimensions, the G6 measures 4,753 mm lengthy, 1,920 mm extensive, 1,650 mm tall and its wheelbase spans 2,890 mm. These figures are much like these of the Mannequin Y that’s 4,751 mm lengthy, 1,920 mm extensive, 1,624 mm tall and with a wheelbase of two,891 mm. The G6 presents 571 litres of boot house, expandable to 1,374 litres with the rear 60:40 split-folding seats down.
Whereas there are variations relating to the powertrain, all variants of the G6 are identically outfitted. The equipment record contains computerized LED headlamps, heated aspect mirrors, electrical door launch, a panoramic glass roof, a powered tailgate, rain-sensing wipers, keyless entry and begin, a heated steering wheel, two 50W wi-fi charging pads, an 18-speaker sound system (branded Xopera) in addition to dual-zone local weather management with rear vents and PM2.5 filter.
The inside may be had in a black or gray theme with leatherette upholstery, accompanied by powered entrance seats with heating and air flow capabilities (solely heated for the rear). As for shows, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chipset drives the Xmart OS that’s proven on a ten.2-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.96-inch central touchscreen.
The infotainment system comes with a digital voice assistant and helps 4G connectivity, over-the-air (OTA) updates, good navigation, an app retailer in addition to wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. There’s additionally a companion app for capabilities similar to utilizing your cell phone as a Bluetooth key and numerous telematics options. The app can be used for Distant Parking Help that’s useful when coping with tight parking spots.
Distant Parking Help is certainly one of a number of capabilities bundled into the Xpilot 2.5 suite of superior driver help techniques (ADAS), which is supported by an Nvidia Orin-X processor, 5 millimeter-wave radars, 12 ultrasonic sensors and 12 cameras. You gained’t must pay extra to get the entire set of capabilities both, as is the case with Tesla that prices RM16,000 for Enhanced Autopilot and RM32,000 Full Self-Driving.
Customary capabilities on the G6 embrace adaptive cruise management with cease and go and turning help, lane centring help, lane change help, computerized velocity limiter, assisted parking (with 360-degree digital camera and clear chassis characteristic), driver monitoring, ahead collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, site visitors signal recognition, computerized excessive beam, blind spot monitoring, door open warning, lane departure warning, lane hold help, rear collision warning and rear cross site visitors alert.
In contrast to the Mannequin Y, you gained’t must pay additional to get the G6 in different colors, ditto the inside scheme. 5 colors can be found, particularly Midnight Black, Silver Frost, Artic White, Graphite Gray and Fiery Orange and every buy comes with a five-year, 120,000-km producer guarantee, whereas the battery is roofed for eight years or 160,000 km (whichever comes first).
For an additional RM4,300, you may get your G6 with a 7-kW, single-phase wall charger, the value inclusive of set up. There’s additionally the choice of a extra highly effective 11-kW, three-phase wall charger however that can set you again RM5,000.
With each variants of the G6 priced under the most affordable Mannequin Y on sale, and with the gear on supply, would you choose Xpeng’s first mannequin in Malaysia over the Tesla? Share your ideas with us within the feedback under.
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