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smart #3 vs Xpeng G6

smart #3

smart #3

Xpeng G6

Xpeng G6

Verdict

At RM175,000 versus RM159,948, the smart #3 asks RM15,052 more but gives stronger straight-line shove: 268 hp and 0-100 km/h in 5.8 seconds against 248 hp and 6.9 seconds. The Xpeng G6 answers with the numbers Malaysian EV buyers will feel daily: a 68.5 kWh battery, 525 km range and 571 litres of boot space, all well ahead of the smart’s 49.0 kWh, 325 km and 370 litres. Both are CBU, rear-drive, five-seat electric C-segment SUVs with seven airbags and AEB.

#3

Pick the smart #3 if you want the quicker, more compact rear-drive EV and can accept the shorter 325 km range.

G6

Pick the Xpeng G6 if range, boot space, warranty and price matter more than the smart’s stronger acceleration.

Key differences

  • Price: smart #3 RM175,000; Xpeng G6 RM159,948
  • Power: smart #3 268 hp; Xpeng G6 248 hp
  • 0-100 km/h: smart #3 5.8 s; Xpeng G6 6.9 s
  • Battery and range: smart #3 49.0 kWh, 325 km; Xpeng G6 68.5 kWh, 525 km
  • Boot space: smart #3 370 L; Xpeng G6 571 L
  • Warranty: smart #3 4 years; Xpeng G6 5 years
Price & overview
PriceRM 175,000RM 159,948
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
Seats55
AssemblyCBUCBU
Powertrain
FuelElectricElectric
MotorSingle motorSingle motor
Power268 hp248 hp
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
Driven wheelsRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Performance
0–100 km/h5.8 s6.9 s
Top speed180 km/h202 km/h
Efficiency
Battery49.0 kWh68.5 kWh
EV range325 km525 km
Dimensions
Length4,400 mm4,758 mm
Width1,844 mm1,920 mm
Height1,556 mm1,650 mm
Wheelbase2,785 mm2,890 mm
Boot space370 L571 L
Safety
Airbags77
Auto emergency brakingYesYes
Ownership
Warranty45
Road tax / yearRM 260RM 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.

#3

  • Quicker 5.8 s 0-100 km/h time
  • Higher 268 hp output
  • Shorter 4,400 mm body
  • 325 km range is 200 km down on the Xpeng G6
  • 370 L boot is much smaller
  • Costs RM15,052 more

G6

  • Longer 525 km EV range
  • Bigger 571 L boot
  • Lower price and 5-year warranty
  • Slower 6.9 s 0-100 km/h time
  • Lower 248 hp output
  • Larger 4,758 mm length

#3 vs G6 FAQ

Is the smart #3 or Xpeng G6 better?

The Xpeng G6 is the stronger all-rounder on paper: it costs less, has 525 km range, a 571 L boot and a 5-year warranty. The smart #3 is better if acceleration matters, with 268 hp and 0-100 km/h in 5.8 seconds.

What is the price difference?

The smart #3 costs RM15,052 more than the Xpeng G6, at RM175,000 versus RM159,948.

Which has the longer EV range?

The Xpeng G6 has the longer range at 525 km from a 68.5 kWh battery. The smart #3 is rated at 325 km from a 49.0 kWh battery, so the Xpeng has a 200 km advantage.

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