The MG MGS5 EV 2025 hits the road as a versatile and budget-conscious electric SUV. Available in the UK since March 2025 and across Europe from May 2025, this EV features a 62.1 kWh usable battery and rear-wheel drive setup, delivering 365 km of real-world range and 170 kW (231 PS) of power. It accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 6.3 seconds with a top speed of 190 km/h, making it a capable family SUV.
Charging is flexible, with 139 kW DC fast charging achieving 10–80% in 31 minutes, while home AC charging at 6.6 kW requires around 11h15m for a full charge. The vehicle includes Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) at 3.3 kW output and Autocharge support for seamless plug-in experiences.
Safety is high, with a 2025 Euro NCAP 5-star rating and top scores across adult, child, and pedestrian protection categories. Although long-distance suitability is moderate (2/5 rating), its value, efficiency, and practicality make it a competitive entry in the compact EV SUV segment.
MG MGS5 EV 2025 – Specifications Table
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Availability | UK: March 2025 · NL/DE: May 2025 |
| Price (New) | UK: £30,995 · NL: €39,300 · DE: €42,990 |
| Performance | Power: 170 kW (231 PS) · Torque: 350 Nm · 0–100: 6.3s · Top: 190 km/h |
| Battery | Gross: 64.0 kWh · Usable: 62.1 kWh · NCM · 400V |
| Real-World Range | Avg: 365 km · Cold: 305 km · Mild: 415 km |
| WLTP Range | 480 km (TEL) · 465 km (TEH) |
| Efficiency | 170 Wh/km (Real) · 155–160 Wh/km (WLTP) |
| Charging – AC | Type 2 · 6.6 kW · 0–100% in 11h15m |
| Charging – DC | CCS · Max: 139 kW · 10–80% in 31 min |
| 1-Stop Range | 387 km · Long-distance score: 2/5 |
| Drive & Platform | RWD · SAIC MSP · Dedicated EV platform |
| Body Type | SUV · Segment: JC – Medium · Seats: 5 |
| Dimensions | 4476×1849×1621 mm · Wheelbase: 2730 mm |
| Weight & Capacity | Unladen: 1755 kg · GVWR: 2125 kg · Payload: 445 kg |
| Cargo Space | Rear: 453 L · Max: 1441 L · Frunk: N/A |
| Towing Capacity | Braked: 750 kg · Unbraked: 750 kg · Vertical: 30 kg |
| Safety (Euro NCAP) | ★★★★★ (2025) · Adult: 90% · Child: 82% · Assist: 78% |
| Charging Features | Autocharge: Yes · Plug & Charge: No · Preconditioning: Yes |
| Heat Pump | Optional depending on country |
| V2L Support | Yes – 3.3 kW via Type 2 adapter |
The MG MGS5 EV 2025 balances price, performance, and features for drivers seeking an entry-level electric SUV with solid efficiency and respectable real-world usability.
