MGS5 Information & Reviews

[Stuart Wright]

MGS5 EV – Overview
The MGS5 EV is a new all-electric compact crossover SUV introduced in 2025, replacing the long-running MG ZS EV. Built on the same Modular Scalable Platform as the MG4, it brings improvements in space, technology, and range.

Note that MG are using a new naming convention where an S before the number denotes an SUV body style. Hence the MGS5 name, all one word, no spaces.

Design and Dimensions
The MGS5 EV measures 4,476mm in length, 1,849mm in width, and 1,621mm in height, with a 2,730mm wheelbase. This allows for a roomy interior and a boot capacity of 462 litres. The styling includes split LED headlights, a wide front grille, and a full-width rear light bar, giving it a more modern and premium look than its predecessor.

Interior and Features
Inside, the car features a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a large 15.6-inch touchscreen for infotainment. The cabin design has been modernised with upgraded materials and tech, including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Trims and Pricing
Available in the UK from April 2025, the MGS5 EV comes in three variants: SE Standard Range, SE Long Range, and Trophy Long Range. Prices start at £28,495, positioning it competitively in the electric SUV market.

Trim	Battery (kWh)	Range (WLTP, miles)	Range (real world, miles)	Power (hp)	0–62 mph (seconds)	Charging Speed (DC, kW)
SE Standard Range	49	199	165	170	8	117
SE Long Range	64	298	220	170	8	144
Trophy Long Range	64	288	210	231	6.3	144

Colour	Photo
Arctic White
Black Pearl
Picadilly Blue
Camden Grey
Cosmic Silver
Dynamic Red

 

[Stuart Wright]

Selected reviews

 

[tsedge]

What is standing out for me in the reviews vs MG4:

- Faster and better range than MG4 equivalents (surprised) while retaining sporty rear-drive handling.

- Much better infortainment system and wireless CarPlay / AA.

- More space all round, inside and in the boot.

- Finally, a way to have ADAS defaults at the touch of a button.

- Keen pricing.

I don't normally go for SUVs / Crossovers, but this looks like it might be without compromises.

 

[Bam Bam]

EV legend Bjorn Nyland has put the MGS5 through its paces:

 

[Rei]

Bjorn's review was pretty good. It looks like they have concentrated on the things that really matter, and saved a bit on stuff like the sound system. It's decently efficient. The MG Pilot thing is still a bit twitchy.

 

[Bam Bam]

The car is now listed on the very informative EV database:

MG MGS5 EV Standard Range

All details and specs of the MG MGS5 EV Standard Range (2025). Compare price, lease, real-world range and consumption of every electric vehicle.

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MG MGS5 EV Long Range

All details and specs of the MG MGS5 EV Long Range (2025). Compare price, lease, real-world range and consumption of every electric vehicle.

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