The MGS5 EV or MG ES5 in China is a battery electric compact crossover SUV (C-segment) produced by the Chinese automotive manufacturer SAIC Motor 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.[3]
Overview
The model was initially registered to Chinese authorities as the MG S5, but it was renamed to ES5 shortly before its introduction.[4][5]
The ES5 made its official debut in China on 15 October 2024 and later started sales in China on 6 November 2024.[6][7][8]
The exterior of the ES5 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.[6]
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.[8] The ES5 is powered by a rear-mounted 125 kW (168 hp; 170 PS) motor. It is based on SAIC’s Nebula battery electric architecture, with MacPherson struts for the front and a five-link independent suspension for the rear. The ES5 has a centre of gravity 530 mm (53 cm) and a 50-50 weight distribution between the front and rear axles.[8]
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.[8]
Thailand
The S5 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.[9]
Europe
The S5 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).[10]
References
- ^ Akhtar, Riz (2024-10-13). "MG S5, MG's next electric SUV, spotted testing in Australia". The Driven. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ "2025 MG S5: ZS EV replacement spied in Australia". CarExpert. 2024-09-05. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ "New MGS5 EV teased as the ZS EV successor's official reveal edges closer". Auto Express. Retrieved 2025-03-04.
- ^ "2025 MG S5 electric SUV shown ahead of official reveal: Will it replace the ZS EV?". Drive. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ Crooks, Alastair (2024-10-15). "New MG ZS EV shown off in Chinese ES5 guise". Auto Express. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ a b Chen, Dong Yi (2024-10-15). "SAIC's MG ES5 all-electric SUV debuts in China with 525 km range". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ "定位紧凑型家用纯电SUV 上汽名爵MG ES5首发亮相" [Positioned as a compact family-use pure electric SUV, SAIC MG ES5 debuts]. www.sohu.com. 2024-10-15. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ a b c d Bobylev, Denis (2024-11-06). "MG ES5 electric SUV enters China for 13,950 USD with subsidies". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 2025-03-25.
- ^ "ราคาอย่างเป็นทางการ MG S5 EV : 719,900 - 899,900 บาท | 170-245 แรงม้า แบต 50-64kWh วิ่งไกลสุด 550 km. (NEDC)". HeadLight Magazine (in Thai). 2025-03-25. Retrieved 2025-03-25.
- ^ Krivevski, Blagojce (2025-03-25). "MG unveils all-new MGS5 EV electric SUV". Electric Cars Report. Retrieved 2025-03-27.
External links
- Official website (United Kingdom)
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