MG MG5
The world's first mass-market electric estate car, offering practical zero-emissions motoring.
- Power
- 156 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 7.3 s
- Top speed
- 115 mph
About the MG MG5
Launched in 2020, the MG5 EV filled a unique niche as the first affordable electric estate car available in Europe. The Long Range version, introduced in 2021, upgraded the battery to 61.1kWh, providing a significantly improved WLTP range of 250 miles. While its styling is conservative, it is highly regarded by collectors and practical buyers for its value-for-money proposition and decent performance from its 156hp motor. The Excite trim served as the entry point for the Long Range line-up, featuring the MG Pilot driver assistance suite as standard.
MG MG5 specs
The MG MG5 produces 156 bhp (116 kW) and 260 Nm (192 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 7.3 seconds and has a top speed of 115 mph (185 km/h).
| Make | MG |
|---|---|
| Model | MG5 |
| Trim | Long Range Excite |
| Years | 2020–2022 |
| Type | Electric |
| Body style | Estate |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Engine | Single electric motor |
|---|---|
| Induction | Electric |
| Power | 156 bhp (116 kW) |
| Torque | 260 Nm (192 lb-ft) |
| 0–60 mph | 7.3 s |
| Top speed | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
| Transmission | Single-speed |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,550 kg (3,417 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 101 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
MG MG5 rarity in CarSpot
The MG MG5 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 6 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
MG MG5 fun facts
- The MG5 EV is actually a rebadged version of the Roewe Ei5, a popular electric estate car sold in the Chinese market.
- Despite its budget positioning, the MG5 EV supports Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) technology, allowing it to power external electrical devices.
- At its launch, it was the only electric estate car on sale in the UK, predating premium rivals like the Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo.