Verdict
At RM133,900 versus RM159,948, the Honda Civic is RM26,048 cheaper and stays the conventional choice: a CKD C-segment sedan with a 1.5 litre turbo petrol engine, 180 hp, 240 Nm and a 47-litre tank. The Xpeng G6 asks more because it is a larger C-segment SUV EV with 248 hp, 440 Nm, a 68.5 kWh LFP battery and 525 km range. It is quicker to 100 km/h, roomier on paper and better equipped, but also 766 kg heavier.
Pick the Honda Civic if you want the cheaper, lighter petrol sedan with a 47-litre tank, unlimited-mileage five-year warranty and a space-saver spare.
Pick the Xpeng G6 if you can charge at home or work and want the stronger EV motor, 571-litre boot, powered and ventilated front seats and powered boot.
Key differences
- Price: Honda Civic RM133,900; Xpeng G6 RM159,948
- Output: Honda Civic 180 hp and 240 Nm; Xpeng G6 248 hp and 440 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: Honda Civic 8.3 seconds; Xpeng G6 6.94 seconds
- Size: Honda Civic 4,678 mm long and 1,802 mm wide; Xpeng G6 4,758 mm long and 1,920 mm wide
- Boot space: Honda Civic 497 litres; Xpeng G6 571 litres
- Warranty mileage: Honda Civic 5 years unlimited mileage; Xpeng G6 5 years or 120,000 km, plus 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty
Civic
- RM26,048 lower purchase price
- Much lighter at 1,349 kg versus 2,115 kg
- Five-year manufacturer warranty has unlimited mileage
- Less performance: 180 hp and 240 Nm versus 248 hp and 440 Nm
- Smaller boot at 497 litres versus 571 litres
- Misses equipment the Xpeng gets, including blind spot info, powered front seats and a powered boot
G6
- Stronger EV motor with 248 hp and 440 Nm
- Larger cabin footprint, with a 2,890 mm wheelbase versus 2,735 mm
- More equipment on paper, including 15.6-inch touchscreen, 12 speakers, auto parking and fixed panoramic glass roof
- Costs RM26,048 more to buy
- Much heavier at 2,115 kg versus 1,349 kg
- Higher annual road tax at RM240 versus RM90
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 133,900✓ | RM 159,948 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 180 hp | — |
| Torque | 240 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 73 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 248 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 440 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) |
| Battery Capacity | — | 68.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 525 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 451 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 seconds | 6.94 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 202 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,678 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width | 1,802 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,415 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | 1,349 kg | 2,115 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 497 litres | 571 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R16 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R16 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental MaxContact MC5 | Maxxis Waltz MS2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Front Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 90✓ | RM 240 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Civic vs G6 FAQ
Is the Honda Civic or Xpeng G6 better?
The Xpeng G6 is better for performance, space and equipment, with 248 hp, 440 Nm and a 571-litre boot. The Honda Civic is the safer pick for buyers wanting a lower price, petrol refuelling and an unlimited-mileage five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Honda Civic costs RM133,900, while the Xpeng G6 costs RM159,948. That makes the Xpeng RM26,048 more expensive before considering the different road tax figures of RM90 and RM240 a year.
Which one is quicker and has more luggage space?
The Xpeng G6 is quicker and has the bigger boot. It does 0-100 km/h in 6.94 seconds versus the Civic’s 8.3 seconds, and luggage space is 571 litres against 497 litres.