MG Motor MG5 EV
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
Available colors
Overview
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
Pros & cons
+Pros
- Only mainstream electric estate at this price
- 578 L boot — class-leading
- GBP 30,495 starting is great value
- Practical 5-seater estate
−Cons
- Not sold globally
- 236 mi range modest
- 87 kW DC charging trails segment
- Estate body style unpopular outside Europe
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
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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Buying the MG Motor MG5 EV in Australia
- 1Range: the 380 km figure quoted in Australia is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is a fair guide; highway running at 110 km/h and outback heat will pull it down 10–20%.
- 2Charging: a 61.1 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS2 (DC fast) and Type 2 (AC); Chargefox/Evie networks on the highways — this model does 10-80% in 40 min (87 kW DC).
- 3Incentives: The headline benefit is the federal FBT exemption for EVs under the Luxury Car Tax threshold (~A$91k) — biggest national saving for novated-lease buyers. State rebates are patchy and several have ended; check your state/territory.
- 4Climate: Long inter-city distances make DC-charging speed and a bigger battery matter more here than in dense-city markets.
- 5Fit: the MG Motor MG5 EV is ideal for metro driving; for outback or interstate trips, check the DC fast-charging network first.
The MG Motor MG5 EV for Australia buyers
What this EV means in Australia — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in Australia
The MG Motor MG5 EV is rated at 380 km on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is a fair guide; highway running at 110 km/h and outback heat will pull it down 10–20%.
Charging
Plan around CCS2 (DC fast) and Type 2 (AC); Chargefox/Evie networks on the highways. The 61.1 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The headline benefit is the federal FBT exemption for EVs under the Luxury Car Tax threshold (~A$91k) — biggest national saving for novated-lease buyers. State rebates are patchy and several have ended; check your state/territory.
Climate & real-world range
Long inter-city distances make DC-charging speed and a bigger battery matter more here than in dense-city markets.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current Australia eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 61.1 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 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 |
Performance+
| Top speed | 185 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 154 bhp |
| Torque | 280 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 1545 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 175 mm |
| Boot space | 578 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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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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