2025 MG IM5 price and specs
The MG IM5 liftback and IM6 SUV are borrowed from IM Motors, parent company SAIC Motor's premium brand, and slot between more mainstream EVs like the MG 4 hatchback and MG S5 EV small SUV, and the Chinese brand's flagship Cyberster sports car
These new EVs wear an MG Motor badge on their tailgate, but feature IM's logo throughout.
Though it's larger, the IM5 is arguably MG's rival for the Tesla Model 3.
The base IM5 Premium RWD uses a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery and a 400V electrical architecture, resulting in slower charging speeds than the others which use a nickel manganese cobalt (NCM) battery and an 800V electrical architecture.
MG quotes 20 minutes to charge the IM5 Premium RWD from 30 to 80 per cent using a DC fast-charger, against 15.2 minutes for the Platinum and Performance variants.
All IM5s feature vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality, with a maximum output of 6.6kW.
MG doesn't quote total system power and torque outputs for the flagship Performance AWD, which is the only variant with two electric motors.
It's also the only variant with air suspension and Continuously Controlled Damping. All IM5s feature double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension, as well as four-wheel steering.
All IM5s ride on staggered wheels, and feature four-piston front brake calipers with ventilated discs at all four wheels.
The IM5 has a drag coefficient of 0.226Cd in base Premium RWD trim, and 0.237 in the others.
MG's IM models are covered by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, though if you don't service within MG's network this drops down to a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty (or five years/160,000km if the vehicle is being used for commercial purposes).
The battery warranty is eight years, 160,000km no matter how you use it. The air suspension and four-wheel steering systems are backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
There's a capped-price servicing program that spans five years/100,000km, with servicing required every 12 months or 20,000km.
The IM5 has yet to be tested by ANCAP or Euro NCAP.
Standard safety equipment across the range includes:
Its suite of active safety and driver assist technology is powered by 12 ultrasonic sensors, nine high-definition cameras, three millimetre-wave radar, one positioning unit and one inertial measurement unit.
There are three variants in the MG IM5 lineup.
The Premium RWD comes standard with the following equipment:
The Platinum RWD adds:
Air suspension is optional on the Platinum.
The Performance AWD adds:
A Highland Grey interior is standard, with a Dover Beige interior available on all IM5 models for an extra $990.
Athena White is the standard exterior finish, with the following costing an extra $1000:
MORE: Explore the MG IM5 showroom
Content originally sourced from: CarExpert.com.au
MG has added a pair of premium electric vehicles (EVs) to local showrooms.
The MG IM5 liftback and IM6 SUV are borrowed from IM Motors, parent company SAIC Motor's premium brand, and slot between more mainstream EVs like the MG 4 hatchback and MG S5 EV small SUV, and the Chinese brand's flagship Cyberster sports car
These new EVs wear an MG Motor badge on their tailgate, but feature IM's logo throughout.
Though it's larger, the IM5 is arguably MG's rival for the Tesla Model 3.
The base IM5 Premium RWD uses a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery and a 400V electrical architecture, resulting in slower charging speeds than the others which use a nickel manganese cobalt (NCM) battery and an 800V electrical architecture.
MG quotes 20 minutes to charge the IM5 Premium RWD from 30 to 80 per cent using a DC fast-charger, against 15.2 minutes for the Platinum and Performance variants.
All IM5s feature vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality, with a maximum output of 6.6kW.
MG doesn't quote total system power and torque outputs for the flagship Performance AWD, which is the only variant with two electric motors.
It's also the only variant with air suspension and Continuously Controlled Damping. All IM5s feature double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension, as well as four-wheel steering.
All IM5s ride on staggered wheels, and feature four-piston front brake calipers with ventilated discs at all four wheels.
The IM5 has a drag coefficient of 0.226Cd in base Premium RWD trim, and 0.237 in the others.
MG's IM models are covered by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, though if you don't service within MG's network this drops down to a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty (or five years/160,000km if the vehicle is being used for commercial purposes).
The battery warranty is eight years, 160,000km no matter how you use it. The air suspension and four-wheel steering systems are backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
There's a capped-price servicing program that spans five years/100,000km, with servicing required every 12 months or 20,000km.
The IM5 has yet to be tested by ANCAP or Euro NCAP.
Standard safety equipment across the range includes:
Its suite of active safety and driver assist technology is powered by 12 ultrasonic sensors, nine high-definition cameras, three millimetre-wave radar, one positioning unit and one inertial measurement unit.
There are three variants in the MG IM5 lineup.
The Premium RWD comes standard with the following equipment:
The Platinum RWD adds:
Air suspension is optional on the Platinum.
The Performance AWD adds:
A Highland Grey interior is standard, with a Dover Beige interior available on all IM5 models for an extra $990.
Athena White is the standard exterior finish, with the following costing an extra $1000:
MORE: Explore the MG IM5 showroom
Content originally sourced from: CarExpert.com.au
MG has added a pair of premium electric vehicles (EVs) to local showrooms.
The MG IM5 liftback and IM6 SUV are borrowed from IM Motors, parent company SAIC Motor's premium brand, and slot between more mainstream EVs like the MG 4 hatchback and MG S5 EV small SUV, and the Chinese brand's flagship Cyberster sports car
These new EVs wear an MG Motor badge on their tailgate, but feature IM's logo throughout.
Though it's larger, the IM5 is arguably MG's rival for the Tesla Model 3.
The base IM5 Premium RWD uses a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery and a 400V electrical architecture, resulting in slower charging speeds than the others which use a nickel manganese cobalt (NCM) battery and an 800V electrical architecture.
MG quotes 20 minutes to charge the IM5 Premium RWD from 30 to 80 per cent using a DC fast-charger, against 15.2 minutes for the Platinum and Performance variants.
All IM5s feature vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality, with a maximum output of 6.6kW.
MG doesn't quote total system power and torque outputs for the flagship Performance AWD, which is the only variant with two electric motors.
It's also the only variant with air suspension and Continuously Controlled Damping. All IM5s feature double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension, as well as four-wheel steering.
All IM5s ride on staggered wheels, and feature four-piston front brake calipers with ventilated discs at all four wheels.
The IM5 has a drag coefficient of 0.226Cd in base Premium RWD trim, and 0.237 in the others.
MG's IM models are covered by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, though if you don't service within MG's network this drops down to a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty (or five years/160,000km if the vehicle is being used for commercial purposes).
The battery warranty is eight years, 160,000km no matter how you use it. The air suspension and four-wheel steering systems are backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
There's a capped-price servicing program that spans five years/100,000km, with servicing required every 12 months or 20,000km.
The IM5 has yet to be tested by ANCAP or Euro NCAP.
Standard safety equipment across the range includes:
Its suite of active safety and driver assist technology is powered by 12 ultrasonic sensors, nine high-definition cameras, three millimetre-wave radar, one positioning unit and one inertial measurement unit.
There are three variants in the MG IM5 lineup.
The Premium RWD comes standard with the following equipment:
The Platinum RWD adds:
Air suspension is optional on the Platinum.
The Performance AWD adds:
A Highland Grey interior is standard, with a Dover Beige interior available on all IM5 models for an extra $990.
Athena White is the standard exterior finish, with the following costing an extra $1000:
MORE: Explore the MG IM5 showroom
Content originally sourced from: CarExpert.com.au
MG has added a pair of premium electric vehicles (EVs) to local showrooms.
The MG IM5 liftback and IM6 SUV are borrowed from IM Motors, parent company SAIC Motor's premium brand, and slot between more mainstream EVs like the MG 4 hatchback and MG S5 EV small SUV, and the Chinese brand's flagship Cyberster sports car
These new EVs wear an MG Motor badge on their tailgate, but feature IM's logo throughout.
Though it's larger, the IM5 is arguably MG's rival for the Tesla Model 3.
The base IM5 Premium RWD uses a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery and a 400V electrical architecture, resulting in slower charging speeds than the others which use a nickel manganese cobalt (NCM) battery and an 800V electrical architecture.
MG quotes 20 minutes to charge the IM5 Premium RWD from 30 to 80 per cent using a DC fast-charger, against 15.2 minutes for the Platinum and Performance variants.
All IM5s feature vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality, with a maximum output of 6.6kW.
MG doesn't quote total system power and torque outputs for the flagship Performance AWD, which is the only variant with two electric motors.
It's also the only variant with air suspension and Continuously Controlled Damping. All IM5s feature double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension, as well as four-wheel steering.
All IM5s ride on staggered wheels, and feature four-piston front brake calipers with ventilated discs at all four wheels.
The IM5 has a drag coefficient of 0.226Cd in base Premium RWD trim, and 0.237 in the others.
MG's IM models are covered by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, though if you don't service within MG's network this drops down to a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty (or five years/160,000km if the vehicle is being used for commercial purposes).
The battery warranty is eight years, 160,000km no matter how you use it. The air suspension and four-wheel steering systems are backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
There's a capped-price servicing program that spans five years/100,000km, with servicing required every 12 months or 20,000km.
The IM5 has yet to be tested by ANCAP or Euro NCAP.
Standard safety equipment across the range includes:
Its suite of active safety and driver assist technology is powered by 12 ultrasonic sensors, nine high-definition cameras, three millimetre-wave radar, one positioning unit and one inertial measurement unit.
There are three variants in the MG IM5 lineup.
The Premium RWD comes standard with the following equipment:
The Platinum RWD adds:
Air suspension is optional on the Platinum.
The Performance AWD adds:
A Highland Grey interior is standard, with a Dover Beige interior available on all IM5 models for an extra $990.
Athena White is the standard exterior finish, with the following costing an extra $1000:
MORE: Explore the MG IM5 showroom
Content originally sourced from: CarExpert.com.au
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Prices start at $40,490 drive-away for the entry-level Excite with the smaller battery, and top out at $47,990 drive-away for the flagship Essence with the long range battery we're testing here. The Geely EX5 is also offered in two model grades – Complete and Inspire – but both share the same powertrain and battery, and do not include statutory charges and dealership fees in their advertised prices. Therefore, while the range-topping EX5 Inspire looks more affordable on paper than the S5 EV Essence 62, it will cost fractionally more to land in your driveway. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. Both models come equipped with a generous list of standard equipment. The extensive list of features on both vehicles includes: However, the Geely trumps the MG with a few extras, such as full synthetic leather upholstery (the S5 EV has a combo of fake leather and cloth-trimmed seats, which admittedly looks and feels just as nice), larger 19-inch alloy wheels, massaging front seats with ventilation, a bigger 15.4-inch infotainment display and a more powerful 1000W 12-speaker audio system. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. Both the MG S5 EV and Geely EX5 have scored the maximum five-star ANCAP rating under the latest – and strictest – protocols. Seven airbags are standard in both vehicles, providing coverage for all occupants and including a centre airbag between the front seats. They are also fitted with a comprehensive suite of advanced driver assistance aids, including: CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. There's not much separating these two in terms of overall dimensions. The Geely EX5 is slightly longer, wider and taller and has more space between the front and rear axles, but we're talking centimetres of difference here. Both are built on dedicated electric vehicle platforms, which frees up space inside the cabin where there's more than enough room to seat five in relative comfort. However, the MG makes better use of its cargo capacity, despite having an electric motor on the rear axle, offering more boot space when the second row is in use. The Geely does have more room for large items when the back seat is folded flat, plus a handy extra section under the floor. As far as form and function are concerned, the S5 EV and EX5 tread a very similar path with stylish cockpits that mix the latest in digital technology with quality materials and conveniences. The MG is a little more traditional in its design, as the digital instrument cluster is situated under a cowl within a floating two-piece dashtop that wraps into the door cards, whereas the EX5 has an asymmetric centre console and an exposed tablet-style instrument display behind its oddly squared-off, two-spoke steering wheel. Both feature some interesting material choices, like the fake woodgrain panel on the console of the EX5 with flowing lines etched into surface, and the felt panels throughout the S5 EV. Personally, I think the MG's material choices, lighter colours and the mixed fabric/leather seat trim creates a warmer, more tactile environment than the EX5, especially with its standard 'Geeluxe' Midnight (black) upholstery. The flagship Inspire variant does have the option of an alternative Cloud (white) colour palette, which would brighten things up but might not be as easy to keep clean for small families. No matter which colour you choose, there is a neat party trick in the form of a retractable leg rest for the passenger seat, which makes long journeys even more comfortable or creates a nice place to relax when replenishing the battery at a public charging station. And the massage function is among the best in the business. Both cars have plenty of convenient small-item storage spaces throughout the cabin, both allow lots of light in via a panoramic glass roof, and both offer a commanding view of the road ahead from the driver's seat. The Geely's larger infotainment screen is just that… larger, but it's no better for it as houses all the major vehicle system controls. It's not too hard to find your way through the myriad menus, although it must be noted that smartphone mirroring as as yet unavailable. Apple CarPlay is due to be added through an over-the-air software update before the end of September and wireless Android Auto won't be added until early next year. It's all there now in the MG, which also houses physical buttons for the climate control and audio volume in a panel below the screen for easy access. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. The biggest difference between these two cars is the driven axle, with MG mounting the S5 EV's electric motor at the back to power its rear wheels, while the Geely has its motor under the bonnet to drive the EX5's front wheels. Otherwise, they both use roughly the same powertrain configuration to arrive at the same destination. The MG is slower to 100km/h and has a less powerful motor (125kW/250Nm versus 160kW/320Nm), but a slightly larger battery (62kWh versus 60.2kWh) that can replenished more quickly via a DC fast-charger and provides a longer claimed driving range (425km versus 410km). CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. MG sets the benchmark for long-term ownership in Australia with a 10-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty for all of its vehicles including the S5 EV (for private buyers who service within the MG dealer network), including free roadside assistance. Geely isn't that far behind with seven years of coverage for the vehicle, and an eight-year guarantee for the battery and traction motor. It also offers free roadside assistance for the duration of the warranty period, but only if the vehicle is maintained according its prescribed service schedule each year or every 20,000km, whichever occurs first. While the MG has longer, 25,000km service intervals, its capped-price scheme is only offered for the first five years of ownership, and costs more on average than the Geely. The EX5 has a seven-year capped-price servicing scheme as standard, but buyers can also choose to pre-purchase maintenance plans for the first three, five or seven years at a discounted rate, offering potential savings of up to $410. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. There's a lot to like about both of these mid-size electric SUVs, and not much to separate them. Both deliver enough range and performance to tempt urban families away from a petrol-powered runabout, as well as a lot of kit within their spacious and classy cabins, plus the latest in safety systems, for affordable price tags. Ultimately, the MG is the nicer car to drive thanks to its well-sorted dynamic character. Plus, it looks more interesting on the outside, has more tactile touches to its interior, and brings greater peace of mind with its longer warranty. MORE: Check out the MG S5 EV showroom MORE: Check out the Geely EX5 showroom Content originally sourced from: With more than 60 nameplates in the mid-size SUV segment alone, it's hard to know where to look for the right family car. Which makes it equally as difficult for any of these soft-roaders to stand out, especially for newer brands like MG and Geely, except when it comes to fully electric alternatives. Only a quarter of the sprawling mid-size SUV category is offered with a zero-emissions powertrain – and most of them are from luxury brands, putting them out of reach for average Aussie families. So, if you are on a budget and considering the transition to electric motoring, the shortlist isn't very long and includes these two: the MG S5 EV and Geely EX5. Both are tempting enough to potentially quit fossil fuels thanks to decent driving range and performance; both cost around the same as – or even less than – a petrol-powered equivalent; and both come stacked with standard equipment and safety features. So, let's compare the MG S5 EV and Geely EX5 to see which one stands tallest. First of all, the MG offers double the choice of Geely, with the availability of two battery sizes. The S5 EV is available in two model grades – Excite and Essence – each with the option of either a 49kWh or 62kWh battery. Prices start at $40,490 drive-away for the entry-level Excite with the smaller battery, and top out at $47,990 drive-away for the flagship Essence with the long range battery we're testing here. The Geely EX5 is also offered in two model grades – Complete and Inspire – but both share the same powertrain and battery, and do not include statutory charges and dealership fees in their advertised prices. Therefore, while the range-topping EX5 Inspire looks more affordable on paper than the S5 EV Essence 62, it will cost fractionally more to land in your driveway. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. Both models come equipped with a generous list of standard equipment. The extensive list of features on both vehicles includes: However, the Geely trumps the MG with a few extras, such as full synthetic leather upholstery (the S5 EV has a combo of fake leather and cloth-trimmed seats, which admittedly looks and feels just as nice), larger 19-inch alloy wheels, massaging front seats with ventilation, a bigger 15.4-inch infotainment display and a more powerful 1000W 12-speaker audio system. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. Both the MG S5 EV and Geely EX5 have scored the maximum five-star ANCAP rating under the latest – and strictest – protocols. Seven airbags are standard in both vehicles, providing coverage for all occupants and including a centre airbag between the front seats. They are also fitted with a comprehensive suite of advanced driver assistance aids, including: CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. There's not much separating these two in terms of overall dimensions. The Geely EX5 is slightly longer, wider and taller and has more space between the front and rear axles, but we're talking centimetres of difference here. Both are built on dedicated electric vehicle platforms, which frees up space inside the cabin where there's more than enough room to seat five in relative comfort. However, the MG makes better use of its cargo capacity, despite having an electric motor on the rear axle, offering more boot space when the second row is in use. The Geely does have more room for large items when the back seat is folded flat, plus a handy extra section under the floor. As far as form and function are concerned, the S5 EV and EX5 tread a very similar path with stylish cockpits that mix the latest in digital technology with quality materials and conveniences. The MG is a little more traditional in its design, as the digital instrument cluster is situated under a cowl within a floating two-piece dashtop that wraps into the door cards, whereas the EX5 has an asymmetric centre console and an exposed tablet-style instrument display behind its oddly squared-off, two-spoke steering wheel. Both feature some interesting material choices, like the fake woodgrain panel on the console of the EX5 with flowing lines etched into surface, and the felt panels throughout the S5 EV. Personally, I think the MG's material choices, lighter colours and the mixed fabric/leather seat trim creates a warmer, more tactile environment than the EX5, especially with its standard 'Geeluxe' Midnight (black) upholstery. The flagship Inspire variant does have the option of an alternative Cloud (white) colour palette, which would brighten things up but might not be as easy to keep clean for small families. No matter which colour you choose, there is a neat party trick in the form of a retractable leg rest for the passenger seat, which makes long journeys even more comfortable or creates a nice place to relax when replenishing the battery at a public charging station. And the massage function is among the best in the business. Both cars have plenty of convenient small-item storage spaces throughout the cabin, both allow lots of light in via a panoramic glass roof, and both offer a commanding view of the road ahead from the driver's seat. The Geely's larger infotainment screen is just that… larger, but it's no better for it as houses all the major vehicle system controls. It's not too hard to find your way through the myriad menus, although it must be noted that smartphone mirroring as as yet unavailable. Apple CarPlay is due to be added through an over-the-air software update before the end of September and wireless Android Auto won't be added until early next year. It's all there now in the MG, which also houses physical buttons for the climate control and audio volume in a panel below the screen for easy access. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. The biggest difference between these two cars is the driven axle, with MG mounting the S5 EV's electric motor at the back to power its rear wheels, while the Geely has its motor under the bonnet to drive the EX5's front wheels. Otherwise, they both use roughly the same powertrain configuration to arrive at the same destination. The MG is slower to 100km/h and has a less powerful motor (125kW/250Nm versus 160kW/320Nm), but a slightly larger battery (62kWh versus 60.2kWh) that can replenished more quickly via a DC fast-charger and provides a longer claimed driving range (425km versus 410km). CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. MG sets the benchmark for long-term ownership in Australia with a 10-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty for all of its vehicles including the S5 EV (for private buyers who service within the MG dealer network), including free roadside assistance. Geely isn't that far behind with seven years of coverage for the vehicle, and an eight-year guarantee for the battery and traction motor. It also offers free roadside assistance for the duration of the warranty period, but only if the vehicle is maintained according its prescribed service schedule each year or every 20,000km, whichever occurs first. While the MG has longer, 25,000km service intervals, its capped-price scheme is only offered for the first five years of ownership, and costs more on average than the Geely. The EX5 has a seven-year capped-price servicing scheme as standard, but buyers can also choose to pre-purchase maintenance plans for the first three, five or seven years at a discounted rate, offering potential savings of up to $410. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. There's a lot to like about both of these mid-size electric SUVs, and not much to separate them. Both deliver enough range and performance to tempt urban families away from a petrol-powered runabout, as well as a lot of kit within their spacious and classy cabins, plus the latest in safety systems, for affordable price tags. Ultimately, the MG is the nicer car to drive thanks to its well-sorted dynamic character. Plus, it looks more interesting on the outside, has more tactile touches to its interior, and brings greater peace of mind with its longer warranty. MORE: Check out the MG S5 EV showroom MORE: Check out the Geely EX5 showroom Content originally sourced from: With more than 60 nameplates in the mid-size SUV segment alone, it's hard to know where to look for the right family car. Which makes it equally as difficult for any of these soft-roaders to stand out, especially for newer brands like MG and Geely, except when it comes to fully electric alternatives. Only a quarter of the sprawling mid-size SUV category is offered with a zero-emissions powertrain – and most of them are from luxury brands, putting them out of reach for average Aussie families. So, if you are on a budget and considering the transition to electric motoring, the shortlist isn't very long and includes these two: the MG S5 EV and Geely EX5. Both are tempting enough to potentially quit fossil fuels thanks to decent driving range and performance; both cost around the same as – or even less than – a petrol-powered equivalent; and both come stacked with standard equipment and safety features. So, let's compare the MG S5 EV and Geely EX5 to see which one stands tallest. First of all, the MG offers double the choice of Geely, with the availability of two battery sizes. The S5 EV is available in two model grades – Excite and Essence – each with the option of either a 49kWh or 62kWh battery. Prices start at $40,490 drive-away for the entry-level Excite with the smaller battery, and top out at $47,990 drive-away for the flagship Essence with the long range battery we're testing here. The Geely EX5 is also offered in two model grades – Complete and Inspire – but both share the same powertrain and battery, and do not include statutory charges and dealership fees in their advertised prices. Therefore, while the range-topping EX5 Inspire looks more affordable on paper than the S5 EV Essence 62, it will cost fractionally more to land in your driveway. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. Both models come equipped with a generous list of standard equipment. The extensive list of features on both vehicles includes: However, the Geely trumps the MG with a few extras, such as full synthetic leather upholstery (the S5 EV has a combo of fake leather and cloth-trimmed seats, which admittedly looks and feels just as nice), larger 19-inch alloy wheels, massaging front seats with ventilation, a bigger 15.4-inch infotainment display and a more powerful 1000W 12-speaker audio system. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. Both the MG S5 EV and Geely EX5 have scored the maximum five-star ANCAP rating under the latest – and strictest – protocols. Seven airbags are standard in both vehicles, providing coverage for all occupants and including a centre airbag between the front seats. They are also fitted with a comprehensive suite of advanced driver assistance aids, including: CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. There's not much separating these two in terms of overall dimensions. The Geely EX5 is slightly longer, wider and taller and has more space between the front and rear axles, but we're talking centimetres of difference here. Both are built on dedicated electric vehicle platforms, which frees up space inside the cabin where there's more than enough room to seat five in relative comfort. However, the MG makes better use of its cargo capacity, despite having an electric motor on the rear axle, offering more boot space when the second row is in use. The Geely does have more room for large items when the back seat is folded flat, plus a handy extra section under the floor. As far as form and function are concerned, the S5 EV and EX5 tread a very similar path with stylish cockpits that mix the latest in digital technology with quality materials and conveniences. The MG is a little more traditional in its design, as the digital instrument cluster is situated under a cowl within a floating two-piece dashtop that wraps into the door cards, whereas the EX5 has an asymmetric centre console and an exposed tablet-style instrument display behind its oddly squared-off, two-spoke steering wheel. Both feature some interesting material choices, like the fake woodgrain panel on the console of the EX5 with flowing lines etched into surface, and the felt panels throughout the S5 EV. Personally, I think the MG's material choices, lighter colours and the mixed fabric/leather seat trim creates a warmer, more tactile environment than the EX5, especially with its standard 'Geeluxe' Midnight (black) upholstery. The flagship Inspire variant does have the option of an alternative Cloud (white) colour palette, which would brighten things up but might not be as easy to keep clean for small families. No matter which colour you choose, there is a neat party trick in the form of a retractable leg rest for the passenger seat, which makes long journeys even more comfortable or creates a nice place to relax when replenishing the battery at a public charging station. And the massage function is among the best in the business. Both cars have plenty of convenient small-item storage spaces throughout the cabin, both allow lots of light in via a panoramic glass roof, and both offer a commanding view of the road ahead from the driver's seat. The Geely's larger infotainment screen is just that… larger, but it's no better for it as houses all the major vehicle system controls. It's not too hard to find your way through the myriad menus, although it must be noted that smartphone mirroring as as yet unavailable. Apple CarPlay is due to be added through an over-the-air software update before the end of September and wireless Android Auto won't be added until early next year. It's all there now in the MG, which also houses physical buttons for the climate control and audio volume in a panel below the screen for easy access. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. The biggest difference between these two cars is the driven axle, with MG mounting the S5 EV's electric motor at the back to power its rear wheels, while the Geely has its motor under the bonnet to drive the EX5's front wheels. Otherwise, they both use roughly the same powertrain configuration to arrive at the same destination. The MG is slower to 100km/h and has a less powerful motor (125kW/250Nm versus 160kW/320Nm), but a slightly larger battery (62kWh versus 60.2kWh) that can replenished more quickly via a DC fast-charger and provides a longer claimed driving range (425km versus 410km). CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. MG sets the benchmark for long-term ownership in Australia with a 10-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty for all of its vehicles including the S5 EV (for private buyers who service within the MG dealer network), including free roadside assistance. Geely isn't that far behind with seven years of coverage for the vehicle, and an eight-year guarantee for the battery and traction motor. It also offers free roadside assistance for the duration of the warranty period, but only if the vehicle is maintained according its prescribed service schedule each year or every 20,000km, whichever occurs first. While the MG has longer, 25,000km service intervals, its capped-price scheme is only offered for the first five years of ownership, and costs more on average than the Geely. The EX5 has a seven-year capped-price servicing scheme as standard, but buyers can also choose to pre-purchase maintenance plans for the first three, five or seven years at a discounted rate, offering potential savings of up to $410. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG S5 EV. Click here to get a great deal. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Geely EX5. Click here to get a great deal. There's a lot to like about both of these mid-size electric SUVs, and not much to separate them. Both deliver enough range and performance to tempt urban families away from a petrol-powered runabout, as well as a lot of kit within their spacious and classy cabins, plus the latest in safety systems, for affordable price tags. Ultimately, the MG is the nicer car to drive thanks to its well-sorted dynamic character. Plus, it looks more interesting on the outside, has more tactile touches to its interior, and brings greater peace of mind with its longer warranty. MORE: Check out the MG S5 EV showroom MORE: Check out the Geely EX5 showroom Content originally sourced from:
Canberra Times
5 days ago
- Canberra Times
2025 MG S5 EV Essence vs Geely EX5 Inspire: Spec battle
The biggest difference between these two cars is the driven axle, with MG mounting the S5 EV's electric motor at the back to power its rear wheels, while the Geely has its motor under the bonnet to drive the EX5's front wheels. Otherwise, they both use roughly the same powertrain configuration to arrive at the same destination.
