Verdict
The RM8,940-cheaper Xpeng G6 is the stronger Malaysian buy on the numbers: its 68.5-kWh battery delivers 480 km versus the Leaf’s 270 km, while 382-kW DC charging is far beyond 50 kW. It is also quicker, roomier and far more comprehensively equipped. The Nissan Leaf still has a case for buyers wanting a notably smaller 4,480-mm hatchback rather than a 4,758-mm SUV, plus a space-saver spare and three years/60,000 km of free service. But its RM100 annual road tax is its clearest running-cost win over the G6’s RM240.
Pick the Nissan Leaf if you want the smaller 4,480-mm hatchback, a space-saver spare tyre and included three-year/60,000-km free service.
Pick the Xpeng G6 if you need 480 km of range, 382-kW DC charging, a 571-litre boot and substantially richer driver-assistance equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Leaf RM168,888; Xpeng G6 RM159,948.
- Battery and range: Nissan Leaf 40.0 kWh and 270 km; Xpeng G6 68.5 kWh and 480 km.
- Charging: Nissan Leaf 6.6 kW AC and 50.0 kW DC; Xpeng G6 11 kW AC and 382 kW DC.
- Motor output and acceleration: Nissan Leaf 148 hp, 320 Nm and 7.9 seconds; Xpeng G6 248 hp, 440 Nm and 6.94 seconds.
- Size and boot: Nissan Leaf 4,480 mm long with 435 litres; Xpeng G6 4,758 mm long with 571 litres.
- Annual road tax: Nissan Leaf RM100; Xpeng G6 RM240.
Leaf
- Smaller 4,480-mm-long, 1,790-mm-wide hatchback body
- Space-saver spare tyre
- Three-year/60,000-km free service and 23 days per year of replacement-vehicle usage
- 270-km range trails the G6’s 480 km
- 50-kW DC and 6.6-kW AC charging are much slower than 382 kW and 11 kW
- Manual front seats, passive cruise control and no lane-keeping assist
G6
- 480-km range from a 68.5-kWh battery
- 382-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW V2L
- Adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, auto parking and powered ventilated front seats
- RM240 annual road tax versus the Leaf’s RM100
- At 4,758 mm long and 1,920 mm wide, it is larger than the 4,480-mm by 1,790-mm Leaf
- No spare tyre is listed, while the Leaf has a space-saver
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM168,888 | RM159,948✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM100✓ | RM240 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 148 hp | 248 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 40.0 kWh | 68.5 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 270 km | 480 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 50.0 kW | 382 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Constant Ratio Gearbox for EV | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Nissan | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds | 6.94 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 155 km/h | 202 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,480 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,540 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | 1,544 kg | 2,115 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 435 litres | 571 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave EC300 | Maxxis Waltz MS2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | e-Pedal, Intelligent Ride Control, Intelligent Trace Control | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking | — |
| 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 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 |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 5" Display Radio/CD Player with USB, Bluetooth, AUX-in and 4 Speakers | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Around View Monitor (AVM) | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | 6.6 kW Wallbox, 7" Information Display, Climate Control Timer | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 120,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 3-year/60,000 km Free Service, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty, Complimentary Usage of Nissan SUV, MPV or Pick-up for 23 Days per Year | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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.
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Leaf vs G6 FAQ
Is the Nissan Leaf or Xpeng G6 better?
The Xpeng G6 is better for most buyers, with 480 km of range, 382-kW DC charging, 248 hp and a 571-litre boot. The Nissan Leaf suits those prioritising a smaller hatchback footprint, a space-saver spare and lower RM100 annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Xpeng G6 costs RM159,948 and the Nissan Leaf costs RM168,888, so the G6 is RM8,940 less expensive.
Which charges faster, the Nissan Leaf or Xpeng G6?
The Xpeng G6 charges much faster: 11 kW AC and 382 kW DC, against the Nissan Leaf’s 6.6 kW AC and 50 kW DC. It also has 3.3-kW vehicle-to-load capability.