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Audi e-tron Sportback vs XPENG G6
Selected trim55 quattro · 2020-23Change trim277 mi · 95 kWh · £79,900
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim292 mi · 68.5 kWh · £39,990
At a glance
The Audi e-tron Sportback was replaced by the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron in 2023. Compare the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron with the XPENG G6
In this comparison, Audi e-tron Sportback stays competitive across the board, while the XPENG G6 leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the XPENG G6 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The XPENG G6 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueXPENG
Audi
4.2
XPENG
6.6
Motorway RangeXPENG
Audi
3
XPENG
5.3
Family
Audi
8.4
XPENG
8.3
Too close to call
ChargingXPENG
Audi
4
XPENG
8.9
City DrivingXPENG
Audi
1.5
XPENG
3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
XPENG G6
Standard Range
- £39,910 cheaper
- 232 kW faster rapid charging
- 18 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 0.6 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi e-tron Sportback55 quattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £79,900 | £39,990 (better) |
| Official range | 277 miles | 292 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 615 L (better) | 571 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 12 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 5.7 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi e-tron Sportback
XPENG G6
Length
Audi e-tron Sportback4,901mm
XPENG G64,758mm-143mm
Width
Audi e-tron Sportback1,935mm
XPENG G61,920mm-15mm
Height
Audi e-tron Sportback1,616mm-34mm
XPENG G61,650mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi e-tron Sportback55 quattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,901 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,935 mm | 1,920 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,189 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,616 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.2 m | 11.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 465 mm spare | 480 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi e-tron Sportback55 quattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 615 L (better) | 571 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1665 L (better) | 1374 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,800 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi e-tron Sportback
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
XPENG G6
- Peak DC charging of 382 kW, faster than 95% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- Boot space of 571 L is bigger than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi e-tron Sportback 55 quattro |  XPENG G6 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.90m | 4.76m-143mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.92m-15mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.65m+34mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.93m | 2.89m-38mm |
| Ground Clearance | 172mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 615L (better) | 571L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1665L (better) | 1374L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.2m | 11.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,555kg | 2,065kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,800kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 95kWh (better) | 68.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 277 mi | 292 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 382kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £79,900 | £39,990 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Coupe SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2020–2023 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi e-tron Sportback55 quattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 277 miles | 292 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 231 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 12 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 382 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 175 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 86 kWh (better) | 68.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi e-tron Sportback55 quattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.7 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
| Power | 300 kW (better) | 218 kW |
| Torque | 664 Nm (better) | 440 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Audi e-tron Sportback
55 quattro
XPENG G6
Standard Range
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi e-tron Sportback 55 quattro
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - XPENG G6 Standard Range
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist75%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi e-tron Sportback55 quattro | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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XPENG G6
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi e-tron Sportback worth the extra £39,910 over the XPENG G6?
The Audi e-tron Sportback costs £39,910 more than the XPENG G6. For that premium it adds 82 kW more power and a 1.2s quicker 0-62mph time. The XPENG G6 is not just cheaper - it also offers 232 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the XPENG G6 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi e-tron Sportback or the XPENG G6?
The XPENG G6 is £39,910 cheaper to buy. The XPENG G6 is cheaper to charge, roughly £192 a year versus £232 for the Audi e-tron Sportback, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the XPENG G6 comes out roughly £40,110 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi e-tron Sportback and XPENG G6 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 231 miles for the Audi e-tron Sportback and 193 miles for the XPENG G6 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi e-tron Sportback goes roughly 39 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 30 minutes in the Audi e-tron Sportback and 12 in the XPENG G6, so the XPENG G6 loses less time at each stop. So the Audi e-tron Sportback stops less often while the XPENG G6 stops for less time - pick on which you would rather do.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi e-tron Sportback or the XPENG G6?
The two are within 15 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 480 mm of total clearance for the XPENG G6 and about 465 mm of total clearance for the Audi e-tron Sportback. The XPENG G6 also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi e-tron Sportback or the XPENG G6?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi e-tron Sportback and 90% for the XPENG G6. That gives the XPENG G6 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The XPENG G6's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Audi e-tron Sportback's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .