

Matt Campbell
2025 MG S5 EV Essence 49 review
Pros
- So sweet to drive
- Great price and standard gear
- Easily switch-off-able safety tech
Cons
- Slower charging than some
- Shorter range than rivals
- Generic exterior design
7 Months Ago
The new MG S5 EV is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $40,490 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Excite variant and topping out at $47,990 for the Essence.
There are 2 variants of the S5 EV available in Australia and this generation went on sale in April of 2025.
The MG S5 EV is only available with an electric motor that produces 125kW and 250Nm of torque. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 2025 S5 EV is offered with a 10 year, 250,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
Single-Speed Auto
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Electric
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
Rear-wheel Drive
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Retail Price
Transmission
Single-Speed Auto
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Electric
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
Rear-wheel Drive
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The MG S5 EV comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Excite and the most expensive being Essence.


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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,476 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,849 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,621 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm |
| Load Capacity | 445 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our MG S5 EV Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.





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MG S5 EV
The cheapest MG S5 EV is the Essence that starts from $0.
See all MG S5 EV PricingThe most expensive MG S5 EV is the Essence that starts from $47,990.
See all MG S5 EV PricingThe best towing capacity of a MG S5 EV is 750 kg offered by the following variants: Essence and Excite.
See all MG S5 EV towing capacityThe largest MG S5 EV is the Essence which measures 1849mm wide, 4476mm in length and sits 1621mm tall.
The most powerful MG S5 EV is the Essence which has 125kW of power from its null engine.
The MG S5 EV is built in China and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest MG S5 EV is the Essence which weighs 2200 kg (kerb weight).
The MG S5 EV uses Electric.
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