Is this the end for Tesla in China? Is the Xpeng G7 better than the Model Y in every measurable way? According to the Telescope YouTube channel, it is.

Xpeng, founded in China in 2014 and backed by major billionaire Chinese investors, prefers to position itself as a technology company—much like Tesla.

But the comparisons largely end there. In 2024, Xpeng delivered around 190,000 vehicles, while Tesla delivered 1.7 million globally. So how can the Xpeng G7 be considered better than the Tesla Model Y in “every measurable way”? The statistics don’t quite support such hyperbolic claims.

It’s true that Chinese EVs are currently advancing at a faster pace than Tesla in certain areas. However, Tesla is likely to find its footing again. Tesla is to EVs what the iPhone is to smartphones. Sure, Chinese phones may boast larger batteries and faster-charging tech, but the iPhone still does everything a bit better—more refined, more polished. It’s these subtle differences in quality and user experience that make a big impression.