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MG MGS5 EV 2025
Carsguide Senior Journalist Laura Berry had this to say at the time: Benchmark is a big word. But I’ve been testing cars long enough to know when and where to use it, and if my motoring instincts are correct the MG S5 EV could be the new benchmark for budget small electric SUVs.
You can read the full review here.This is what Laura Berry liked most about this particular version of the MG MGS5 EV: Great to drive, Stunning styling, Excellent practicality
The MG MGS5 EV SUV competes with similar models like the Toyota RAV4, Hyundai Santa Fe and Mazda CX-9 in the Under $50k category category.
The 2025 MG MGS5 EV carries a braked towing capacity of up to 750 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
MG MGS5 EV 2025 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| MG MGS5 EV Model | Body Type | Specs | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essence 49 | SUV | — Electric 1 SP AUTO | $42,990 | |
| Essence 62 | SUV | — Electric 1 SP AUTO | $47,990 | |
| Excite 49 | SUV | — Electric 1 SP AUTO | $40,490 | |
| Excite 62 | SUV | — Electric 1 SP AUTO | $44,990 | |
MG MGS5 EV 2025 Colours
The MG S5 EV comes in seven colours including Camden Grey Metallic, Piccadilly Blue Metallic, Dover White, Diamond Red Metallic, Champagne Gold Metallic, Black Pearl Metallic and Sterling Silver Metallic.
- Camden Grey Metallic
- Piccadilly Blue Metallic
- Dover White
- Diamond Red Metallic
- Champagne Gold Metallic
- Black Pearl Metallic
- Sterling Silver Metallic
MG MGS5 EV 2025 Accessories
Standard features on both the Excite and Essence include LED headlights, LED running lights and LED tail-lights, also standard are alloy wheels (18 inch on the Essence and 17s on the Excite), a four-speaker stereo on the Excite and a six-speaker sound system on the Essence, while both grades have proximity unlocking single-zone climate control, a 12.8-inch media display, digital radio, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, sat nav and a 10.25-inch instrument cluster.
MG MGS5 EV 2025 Interior
The MG S5 EV has a stylish, modern and minimalist interior. The Excite grade comes with fabric upholstery while the top-of-the-range Essence gets PVC which, while plastic, feels nice to touch.
MG MGS5 EV 2025 Boot Space
The MG S5 EV’s cargo capacity is 453 litres. It does not have a front boot.
MG MGS5 EV 2025 Seats
The MG S5 EV is a small, five-seater electric SUV but it also happens to have a completely flat floor in the second row which means the middle seat in the back is comfortable for most adults under 190cm tall.
MG MGS5 EV 2025 Speed
The MG S5 EV has a 0-100km/h time which ranges from eight seconds in the entry grade 49kWh Excite to 8.6 seconds in the top-of-the-range 62kWh Essence.
MG MGS5 EV 2025 Towing capacity
The MG MGS5 EV has maximum towing capacity of 750kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| MG MGS5 EV Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excite 49 | SUV | Electric,1 SP AUTO | 750kg | |
| Essence 49 | SUV | Electric,1 SP AUTO | 750kg | |
| Excite 62 | SUV | Electric,1 SP AUTO | 750kg | |
| Essence 62 | SUV | Electric,1 SP AUTO | 750kg | |
MG MGS5 EV 2025 Engine
The MG S5 EV has one electric motor which drives the rear wheels and has an output of 125kW and 250Nm.
MG MGS5 EV 2025 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2025 MG MGS5 EV are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1849mm x 1621mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| MG MGS5 EV Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excite 49 | SUV | 1621x1849x4476 mm | 164 mm | |
| Essence 49 | SUV | 1621x1849x4476 mm | 164 mm | |
| Excite 62 | SUV | 1621x1849x4476 mm | 164 mm | |
| Essence 62 | SUV | 1621x1849x4476 mm | 164 mm | |
MG MGS5 EV 2025 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2025 MG MGS5 EV is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The MG MGS5 EV is available with the following fuel type: Electric.
| MG MGS5 EV Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essence 49 | SUV | Electric,1 SP AUTO | — | |
| Essence 62 | SUV | Electric,1 SP AUTO | — | |
| Excite 49 | SUV | Electric,1 SP AUTO | — | |
| Excite 62 | SUV | Electric,1 SP AUTO | — | |
MG MGS5 EV 2025 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2025 MG MGS5 EV will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
| MG MGS5 EV Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excite 49 | SUV | 215x60 R17 | — | 215x60 R17 | — | |
| Essence 49 | SUV | 225x55 R18 | — | 225x55 R18 | — | |
| Excite 62 | SUV | 215x60 R17 | — | 215x60 R17 | — | |
| Essence 62 | SUV | 225x55 R18 | — | 225x55 R18 | — | |
MG MGS5 EV 2025 News
MG MGS5 EV 2025 Range
The range of the MG S5 EV varies from 335km in the 49kWh Essence to 430km in the 62kWh Excite.