Straight Up: MG S5 EV - Budget-Friendly EV SUV with Solid Performance and Space Galore
Spacious New Electric SUV Offers Efficient Fuel Utilization
Get a load of the MG S5 EV, the newest budget-friendly electric SUV in town! While it's not quite the bargain basement special from China, it sure packs a punch when it comes to affordability, decent driving range, and plenty of space.
You can only grab one online, but don't worry, MG has been swiftly setting up dealerships across Europe. And they've got the numbers to back it up - raking in almost 21,000 car sales in Germany alone last year, making MG the most successful Chinese automaker on the continent.
Economical and Efficient
Brace yourself, as the S5 EV holds its own among the big boys like the VW ID.4, Skoda Enyaq, BYD Atto 3, and Ford Explorer. The base model starts at €38,000, but if you want a longer range, that'll set you back €43,000.
If money is tight, consider leasing, as nearly 90% of EV owners do. For a four-year lease with 20,000 km, the base model costs €259 per month, while the top-of-the-line model is around €339 per month. Still, these rates are not exactly the best deals around, with competitors offering twice the range for similar rates.
Charging Speeds: Hit or Miss?
The base model's charging speed is a bit of a letdown, maxing out at 3.7 kW at home or public chargers, and a more reasonable 7.2 kW at 22 kW chargers. But guess what? The long-range version charges at up to 140 kW at DC stations and 11 kW at AC chargers, putting it on par with the big boys of the electric SUV world.
Space for Days
The inside of the S5 EV is nothing short of outstanding. Its larger body and longer wheelbase make for a roomy cabin, especially in the rear, and it's not hard to imagine fitting three child seats comfortably. A spacious trunk, plus easy-to-use technology round out the package. Just don't forget that there's no frunk, so the cable needs to go in the trunk.
Time for an Upgrade?
It's clear that the MG S5 EV is not without its imperfections. Comfortable ride, good economy, well designed tech - but the seats are too soft, the driver display is hard to read in bright light, and the brakes could use some work. But fret not, MG regularly updates its models every six months to iron out these kinks and improve the overall experience.
MG S5 EV - Technical Specifications
- Five-seater, five-door compact SUV
- Length: 4.48 meters, Width: 1.85 meters (with exterior mirrors: n/a), Height: 1.62 meters, Wheelbase: 2.73 meters, Trunk volume: 453-1441 liters
Standard Range
- Electric motor with 125 kW/170 PS, Torque: 250 Nm, 0-100 km/h: 8.0 s, Vmax: 170 km/h, Consumption: 16.6 kWh/100 km, Battery size: 47 kWh, Range: 340 km (WLTP), Charging power: 7.2 kW (AC)/120 kW (DC), Charging time AC: 10-80% in approx. 5 hours; DC: 10-80% in 24 minutes
- Price: from €37,990 (Comfort)
Long Range
- Electric motor with 170 kW/231 PS, Torque: 350 Nm, 0-100 km/h: 6.3 s, Vmax: 190 km/h, Consumption: 15.5 kWh/100 km, Battery size: 62 kWh, Range: 480 km (WLTP), Charging power: 11 kW (AC)/139 kW (DC), Charging time AC: 10-80% in approx. 4 hours; DC: 10-80% in 28 minutes
- Price: from €42,990 (Comfort)
Sources: ntv.de, Hanno Boblenz, sp-x
- MG Models
- Chinese Automakers
- The MG S5 EV not only offers an affordable electric vehicle option, but it also excels in delivering a comfortable ride, exemplary technology, and ample space for both passengers and cargo, making it a viable choice for those seeking a blend of lifestyle and efficiency.
- As part of their continuous commitment to innovation, MG, a prominent manufacturer of motor vehicles, has been at the forefront of electric-vehicle technology, with their success evident in their significant car sales, especially in the German market.
- The S5 EV, while housing advanced gadgets and technology, could benefit from minor improvements in areas such as seat comfort and driver display readability, but MG's prompt updates ensure these aspects are continuously refined for an enhanced user experience.
