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Electric estate · 4W · Launched 2020
GBP 30,495 - 35,495 (UK market)
≈ ₹30.00 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
380 km
Battery
61.1 kWh
Top speed
185 km/h
Charge
9 hr
Power
154 bhp
Seats
5
MG's electric estate (station wagon) — was the only mainstream EV estate on sale 2020-2024. Launched in 2020 — not officially sold globally. GBP 30,495 starting. 236 mi (380 km) WLTP range. 578 L boot is class-leading. Now facing competition from BMW i5 Touring.
Best for
UK/EU families wanting estate practicality with EV running costs at mass-market price
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Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by MG Motor in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Early MG5 had infotainment bugs — fixed on MY2023+
Reported in earlier models — MG Motor has released fixes for newer batches.
Range drops 15-20% in extreme summer or winter conditions
Reported in earlier models — MG Motor has released fixes for newer batches.
Charging connector pins need occasional clean for full speed
Reported in earlier models — MG Motor has released fixes for newer batches.
12V aux battery worth checking annually
Reported in earlier models — MG Motor has released fixes for newer batches.
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| Battery capacity | 61.1 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 380 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 9 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in 40 min (87 kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 7 years / 1,50,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
| Top speed | 185 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 154 bhp |
| Torque | 280 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
| Kerb weight | 1545 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 175 mm |
| Boot space | 578 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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MG Motor MG5 EV
GBP 30,495 - 35,495 (UK market)
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The MG Motor MG5 EV scores 7/10 overall. Best suited for: UK/EU families wanting estate practicality with EV running costs at mass-market price. Key strength: only mainstream electric estate at this price. Main consideration: not sold globally.
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