This Chinese EV might not be on your radar yet, but there are good reasons why the Xpeng G6 is worth a closer look.

That became obvious almost immediately once a YouTuber got behind the wheel and started digging into what it offered.

Filming for the Everything Electric CARS channel, Robert approached the EV with the kind of curiosity that came from having driven just about everything electric over the years.

Somehow, he still managed to get surprised.

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This Chinese EV balanced tech and performance nicely

What stood out first was just how complete the package felt.

Built by Xpeng, a company founded as recently as 2014, the G6 didn’t carry any of the rough edges you might have expected from a relatively young automaker.

Robert even drew a comparison to Ford Motor Company in its early days, pointing out that legacy brands had far more time to refine their products, yet here was Xpeng delivering something that already felt mature.

On the road, the Xpeng G6 impressed with its balance.

Ride comfort was a highlight, soaking up imperfections without feeling floaty, while cabin refinement kept things quiet at speed.

Robert noted that it was the kind of car you could happily spend hours in, something backed up by his earlier experience driving it over longer distances.

It even earned rare praise from his wife, who he joked was usually far harder to convince.

Then there was the tech.

The Chinese EV rode on an 800-volt architecture, allowing for ultra-fast charging that, under ideal conditions, could take the battery from 10 to 80 percent in around 12 minutes.

While real-world charging during filming didn’t quite hit those numbers, the underlying capability was clear.

Paired with a usable range of roughly 435km, or about 270 miles, it was quite capable for everyday use.

Xpeng is already expanding to Europe

Inside, the minimalist layout was paired with an infotainment system that was responsive and easy to navigate.

Small touches, like a dynamic range display that adapted to driving conditions, added a layer of practicality that Robert genuinely appreciated.

While many new cars succumbed to the trap of designing cars with only specs in mind, Robert felt that this was a car designed for real drivers.

There was also a broader story at play.

By working with Magna International to build cars in Europe, Xpeng was finding smart ways to expand globally while maintaining quality and avoiding trade barriers.

It was a strategic move that suggested the brand was thinking well beyond its home market.

By the end of the drive, the conclusion was hard to ignore.

The Xpeng G6 wasn’t impressive because it was a newcomer; it was impressive full stop.

And for markets where it wasn’t yet available, that might have been the most frustrating takeaway of all.

If you want to learn more about the Xpeng G6, here’s the full video:

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