Verdict
At RM159,948, the Xpeng G6 costs RM62,741 less than the RM222,689 Subaru Forester, yet brings 248 hp, 440 Nm and a 6.94-second 0-100 km/h time against 182 hp, 247 Nm and 9.7 seconds. Its 68.5-kWh battery has a claimed 480-km range and supports up to 382 kW DC charging, while annual road tax is RM240 versus RM838. The Forester answers with all-wheel drive, a 63-litre petrol tank and eight airbags. For Malaysian buyers with dependable charging access, the G6 is the more complete deal; choose the Subaru for AWD traction and petrol refuelling convenience.
Pick the Subaru Forester if all-wheel drive, a 63-litre petrol tank and eight airbags matter more than lower purchase and road-tax costs.
Pick the Xpeng G6 if you can charge at home or regularly use public chargers and want quicker acceleration, more boot space and RM62,741 kept in your pocket.
Key differences
- Price: Subaru Forester RM222,689; Xpeng G6 RM159,948.
- Power and torque: Forester 182 hp and 247 Nm; G6 motor 248 hp and 440 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Forester 9.7 seconds; G6 6.94 seconds.
- Driveline: Forester all-wheel drive; G6 rear-wheel drive.
- Boot space: Forester 496 litres; G6 571 litres.
- Annual road tax: Forester RM838; G6 RM240.
Forester
- All-wheel drive with SI-Drive and X-Mode.
- Eight airbags, versus seven in the G6.
- Space-saver spare tyre included.
- Costs RM62,741 more.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 9.7 seconds versus 6.94 seconds.
- Smaller 496-litre boot versus 571 litres.
G6
- 248 hp and 440 Nm from its single electric motor.
- 68.5-kWh battery, 480-km claimed range and up to 382 kW DC charging.
- 571-litre boot, front-seat ventilation and fixed panoramic glass roof.
- Rear-wheel drive rather than the Forester's all-wheel drive.
- Seven airbags versus the Forester's eight.
- No spare tyre is specified, while the Forester gets a space-saver.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM222,689 | RM159,948✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM838 | RM240✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 182 hp at 5,800 rpm | — |
| Torque | 247 Nm at 3,700 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Boxer 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 248 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 440 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 68.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 480 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 382 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Lineartronic | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.7 seconds | 6.94 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 205 km/h✓ | 202 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,655 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | 1,643 kg | 2,115 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 496 litres | 571 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Falken Ziex ZE001A A/S | Maxxis Waltz MS2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | SI-Drive and X-Mode | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (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 Lock | Manual for rear doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Rear Passenger Seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way power adjustable driver with memory, 8-way powered adjustment front passenger | 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 120,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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.
Used Forester & G6 for sale
Forester vs G6 FAQ
Is the Subaru Forester or Xpeng G6 better?
The Xpeng G6 is the better fit for buyers with practical charging access: it is RM62,741 cheaper, quicker to 100 km/h and has a larger boot. The Forester is better if all-wheel drive, petrol refuelling and its eight-airbag count are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Subaru Forester costs RM222,689 and the Xpeng G6 costs RM159,948, so the Forester is RM62,741 more expensive.
Which has lower running taxes and better charging capability?
The G6 has RM240 annual road tax against the Forester's RM838. It has an 68.5-kWh battery, 480-km claimed range, 11 kW AC charging and up to 382 kW DC charging; the petrol Forester instead has a 63-litre tank.
