Honda Accord vs XPeng G6

The Honda Accord starts from $54,250 before on-road costs, while the XPeng G6 opens at $54,800. That makes the Honda Accord the more affordable entry point by $550.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $59,675 and $60,280 respectively.

The XPeng G6 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Honda Accord, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Honda Accord and XPeng G6 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The XPeng G6 packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 8 in the Honda Accord.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Honda Accord and 7 in the XPeng G6. The XPeng G6 adds a 360-degree camera that the Honda Accord misses.

The Honda Accord features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.2-inch digital dash, while the XPeng G6 gets a 15-inch display and 10.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Honda Accord stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Bose audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the XPeng G6. The XPeng G6 counters with Apple CarPlay and panoramic roof. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Honda Accord gets leather upholstery while the XPeng G6 offers synthetic leather.

The Honda Accord uses a Hybrid producing 135kW and 315Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.8 seconds.

The XPeng G6 responds with a Electric making 190kW and 440Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.2 seconds.

The XPeng G6 has the clear power advantage at 190kW vs 135kW. In the real-world sprint, the XPeng G6 is 1.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Honda Accord measures 4,975mm long on a 2,830mm wheelbase, 222mm longer than the XPeng G6 at 4,753mm (2,890mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the XPeng G6 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 473L in the Honda Accord and 571L in the XPeng G6, giving the XPeng G6 a 98L advantage.

For towing, the XPeng G6 leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Honda Accord) vs 5 years / 120,000km (XPeng G6). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Honda Accord)—.