What does the MG MG5 offer for 99 euros per month?

The MG5 aims to combine electric performance, practicality, and reasonable pricing. Here’s what you need to know about this Chinese model.

The Sino-British manufacturer MG offers a social leasing deal at 99 euros per month on two 100% electric models: the compact sedan MG4 and the family wagon MG5. This model has been available in France since March 2022. Unlike the MG ZS EV, it has not yet received a facelift.

Dimensions and Design

The MG5 measures 4.6 meters in length, 1.82 meters in width, and 1.52 meters in height. This vehicle is therefore comparable to a Peugeot 308 SW or Renault Mégane Estate in terms of size. Regarding trunk volume, MG claims 479 liters with the rear seats up, and 1,367 liters when folded down.

The lines of the MG5 are well-balanced but lack some flair in the eyes of certain critics. The dashboard also has a fairly traditional design. It features a 10.25-inch touchscreen. An additional 7-inch screen behind the steering wheel replaces the traditional analog gauges. It is standard across the entire range.

Motor and Battery

Standard Range or Extended Range: two versions are available in the MG5 lineup. The first features a 50.3 kWh battery powering a 130 kW motor with 260 Nm of torque. The Extended Range model has a larger 61.1 kWh battery. Torque remains at 280 Nm, but the motor power drops to 115 kW, without significantly affecting performance. Whichever version is chosen, this Chinese electric wagon accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds and reaches a top speed of 185 km/h.

Range and Charging of the MG5

With the 50.3 kWh battery, the MG5 can theoretically travel 320 km on a single charge. The larger battery extends the range to 400 km (WLTP mixed cycle in both cases). For wall box charging, the vehicle is equipped with an onboard charger of 11 kW.

On a fast charger, the standard-range MG5 can handle up to 70 kW. The Extended Range model performs slightly better here, with a maximum charging power of 87 kW. In both cases, a charge from 0 to 80% can be completed in about thirty minutes on compatible stations (such as Ionity or Electra chargers).