XPeng G6 vs Tesla Model Y – 2 Weeks & 1,400 km Test: Range, Charging & Real Truth @BatteryLife
XPeng G6 vs Tesla Model Y – 2 Weeks & 1,400 km Test: Range, Charging & Real Truth  @BatteryLife
Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Description:
I spent 14 days and over 1,300 km with the XPeng G6 AWD β€” and now it’s time to compare it directly to the Tesla Model Y.

This is not a spec-sheet comparison. This is a real-world experience after driving both cars extensively:
πŸ‘‰ daily driving
πŸ‘‰ long-distance trips
πŸ‘‰ charging performance
πŸ‘‰ software & usability

The XPeng G6 promises ultra-fast charging and strong performance β€” but can it actually compete with the efficiency and ecosystem of the Model Y?

In this video, I break down:
driving feel & comfort
software quirks vs Tesla simplicity
charging speeds (this gets interesting…)
real-world usability
what annoyed me (on both cars)

As always: this is subjective, but based on real testing β€” not marketing.

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0:00 Intro & Test Setup
0:43 Tronity Fleet Charging Solution
1:14 Design & First Impressions
1:30 Door Handles & Usability
1:50 Space, Trunk & Rear Seats
2:22 Interior, Cockpit & Controls
2:46 Driving Experience & Performance
3:56 Assist Systems Comparison
6:02 Software, UI & Annoyances
10:58 Range, Charging & Long Distance
13:17 Charging Issues & Final Verdict

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Links to my spreadsheets of the cars tested:
Charging Curve
docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1cDlLxhUQsuCXLG0h_SnDPX8BIy0VpI32jDNrInWsMrA/edit?usp=sharing
Range test results
docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1sJ9kwAfjOqFsVRMIhJN3so8wA0PEscOQw5Wpw5RHD_Y/edit?usp=sharing

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