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Subaru Forester vs Xpeng G6

Subaru Forester

Subaru Forester

2.5i-S EyeSight

Xpeng G6

Xpeng G6

Verdict

The G6 is about 28% cheaper, the G6 is 27% more powerful, while the G6 has a 13% bigger boot. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM222,689RM159,948
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM838RM240
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing800V architecture
Capacity2,498 cc
Horsepower182 hp at 5,800 rpm
Torque247 Nm at 3,700 rpm
Cylinder ArrangementBoxer 4
FuelPetrolElectric
Number of Motors1
Motor Horsepower248 hp
Motor Torque440 Nm
Battery Capacity68.5 kWh
EV Range480 km
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW
Charging Rate (DC)382 kW
V2L3.3 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionCVT AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
Transmission NameLineartronic
DrivelineAll Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h9.7 seconds6.94 seconds
Top Speed205 km/h202 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,655 mm4,758 mm
Width1,830 mm1,920 mm
Height1,730 mm1,650 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm2,890 mm
Weight1,643 kg2,115 kg
Fuel Tank63 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space496 litres571 litres
Front Tyre225/55R18235/60R18
Rear Tyre225/55R18235/60R18
Spare TyreSpace Saver
Factory TyresFalken Ziex ZE001A A/SMaxxis Waltz MS2
Chassis
AssemblyJapan (CBU)China (CBU)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutsDouble Wishbones
Rear SuspensionDouble WishbonesMulti-link
Front Wheels18" Alloys18" Alloys
Rear Wheels18" Alloys18" Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesSI-Drive and X-Mode
Safety
Airbags8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee & Front Passenger Seat Cushion, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Driver's Knee Airbag)
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for rear doorsElectronic for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable for Two Rear Passenger SeatsAvailable on outer two rear seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderFor All SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorLED Projectors
TaillampsLED CombinationFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front Seats10-way power adjustable driver with memory, 8-way powered adjustment front passengerDriver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control System
Rear Air-conRear AC ventsRear AC Vents
SunroofFixed Panoramic Glass Roof
Power Sockets1 Front, 2 USB Front, 1 Wireless Charger1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights and Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal)
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop and GoAdaptive Cruise Control
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationPowered BootPowered Boot
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree View MonitorYes
Auto ParkingYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterBacklit AnalogueFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer100,000 km120,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer5 years5 years
Warranty Notes8-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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