The MGS5 EV or MG ES5 in China is a battery electric

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) produced by the Chinese automotive manufacturer

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under the British MG marque since 2024. It was introduced outside China in regions such as Europe and Thailand since March 2025 as the MGS5 EV.

Overview

The model was initially registered to Chinese authorities as the MG S5, but it was renamed to ES5 shortly before its introduction. It made its official debut in China on 15 October 2024 and later started sales in China on 6 November 2024. The exterior of the vehicle adopts the brand's design philosophy. It features split headlights with an air intake, a split air intake on the grille, conventional grab door handles, silver roof rails, and the rear taillight bar mimics the front lights. The interior of the ES5 adopts a minimalistic approach. It has a 10.25-inch LCD instrument cluster, a 15.6-inch floating screen, and the gear shifter used for the automatic transmission is mounted behind the steering wheel. The centre tunnel has a wireless charging pad, a pair of cupholders and additional storage space below the console. The ES5 / MGS5 EV is powered by a rear-mounted motor. It is based on SAIC’s Nebula battery electric architecture, with

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for the front and a five-link

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for the rear. The ES5 / MGS5 EV has a centre of gravity and a 50-50 weight distribution between the front and rear axles.

Safety

Markets

Asia

China

In China, the ES5 was available in three trim levels: Pro, Plus and Max. It is available with 49.1 kWh (425), 62.2 kWh (515), and 64 kWh (525) powertrain options.

Malaysia

The MGS5 EV was launched in Malaysia on 20 May 2025, with three variants: Com 49 kWh, Com 62 kWh and Lux 62 kWh.

Singapore

The MGS5 EV was launched in Singapore on 10 April 2025 with a sole Luxury (62 kWh) variant.

Thailand

The MGS5 EV was launched in Thailand on 25 March 2025 with three trim levels: D, X and V. It is available with Standard Range (50 kWh) and Long Range (64 kWh) powertrain options.

Europe

The MGS5 EV debuted in Europe with sales started in the UK in April 2025 and later debuted in other European countries in the second quarter of the same year. In the UK, it is available in three variants: SE Standard Range (49 kWh), SE Long Range (64 kWh) and Trophy Long Range (64 kWh).

Oceania

Australia

The MGS5 EV was launched in Australia on 30 April 2025 with two trim levels: Excite and Essence. It is available with 49 kWh and 62 kWh powertrain options.

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