USA EV Comparison: Mercedes G 580 EQ vs XPENG G9 AWD Performance

While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Even though the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) has a larger battery, the XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

The XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 319 kW, while the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) maxes out at 200 kW.

The XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Although the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) has more power, the XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

The XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) has a longer body, while the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.

The XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…), but the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) doesn’t have one.

The XPENG G9 AWD Performance (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 3307 lb, whereas the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.