Verdict
The Volkswagen Tayron is the family-first pick: seven seats, 7 three-point belts and ISOFIX on the front passenger seat plus the two outer middle-row seats matter if you need occasional third-row use. But the Xpeng G6 lands the harder numbers, undercutting it by RM30,712 while giving 248 hp, 440 Nm, a 6.94-second 0-100 km/h time, 525 km EV range and a 571-litre boot. The Tayron counters with a 1.5-litre turbo 48V MHEV setup, 55-litre tank and contactless powered tailgate.
Tayron
Pick the Volkswagen Tayron if you need seven seats, a petrol 48V MHEV drivetrain and more family-focused cabin flexibility.
G6
Pick the Xpeng G6 if you want the cheaper, quicker EV with more torque, longer wheelbase and a much larger boot.
Key differences
- Price: Volkswagen Tayron RM190,660; Xpeng G6 RM159,948.
- Output: Volkswagen Tayron 148 hp and 250 Nm from a 1,498 cc turbo MHEV; Xpeng G6 248 hp and 440 Nm from one motor.
- Acceleration and drive: Volkswagen Tayron FWD and 0-100 km/h in 9.6 seconds; Xpeng G6 RWD and 0-100 km/h in 6.94 seconds.
- Seats and boot: Volkswagen Tayron 7 seats and 345 litres; Xpeng G6 5 seats and 571 litres.
- Size: Volkswagen Tayron 4,792 mm long, 1,852 mm wide, 2,788 mm wheelbase; Xpeng G6 4,758 mm long, 1,920 mm wide, 2,890 mm wheelbase.
- Warranty: Volkswagen Tayron 2 years with unlimited mileage; Xpeng G6 5 years/120,000 km plus 8 years/160,000 km battery warranty.
Tayron
- Seven seats with 7 three-point seat belts.
- 12-way powered front seats with memory, ventilation and massage.
- 360-degree camera and contactless powered boot.
- Costs RM30,712 more.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 9.6 seconds versus 6.94 seconds.
- Smaller boot: 345 litres versus 571 litres.
G6
- Much stronger motor output: 248 hp and 440 Nm.
- 525 km EV range, 451 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- Larger 571-litre boot and longer 2,890 mm wheelbase.
- Five seats only, against the Tayron's seven.
- No spare tyre listed; the Tayron gets a space-saver.
- Road tax is RM240 a year versus RM120.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 190,660 | RM 159,948✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake valve timing with 48-volt MHEV assistance | — |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 148 hp | — |
| Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 6.94 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 202 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,792 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width | 1,852 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,788 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,115 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 345 litres | 571 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus evoSUV | Maxxis Waltz MS2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-links | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Napoli Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Napoli Alloys | 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) |
| Chassis Notes | Dynamic Chassis Control Pro | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front & Rear Side Bags, Curtain Airbags & Front Centre Airbag | 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 | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger Seat and 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilation and Massaging | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-Folding 3rd Row | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual Rear Window Blinds | — |
| Audio | 12.9" Discover Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker Volkswagen Sound System | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | 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.
Tayron vs G6 FAQ
Is the Volkswagen Tayron or Xpeng G6 better?
The Xpeng G6 is better for price, pace, boot space and EV hardware. The Volkswagen Tayron is better if you need seven seats and a petrol 48V MHEV drivetrain.
What is the price difference?
The Volkswagen Tayron costs RM30,712 more than the Xpeng G6.
Which is quicker, the Volkswagen Tayron or Xpeng G6?
The Xpeng G6 is quicker, doing 0-100 km/h in 6.94 seconds. The Volkswagen Tayron takes 9.6 seconds.