MGS5 EV

Overview

MGS5 EV

manufacturer	SAIC Motor
model code	ES34‡R1R‡
aka	MG ES5 (China)
production	2024–present
assembly	China: Ningde, Fujian Thailand: Laem Chabang (SAIC-CP) Malaysia: Malacca (EPMB) Indonesia: Cikarang (SGMW Motor Indonesia)
class	Compact crossover SUV (C)
body style	5-door SUV
layout	Rear-motor, rear-wheel-drive
platform	Modular Scalable Platform‡R2R‡ / Nebula
related	MG 4X MG4 EV (EH32) MGS6 EV SAIC H5
motor	Permanent magnet synchronous
powerout	100 kW (Nepal, Singapore) 125 kW 180 kW
battery	49.1 kWh CATL-SAIC LFP (China, Malaysia, Europe, Australia) 50 kWh CATL-SAIC LFP (Thailand) 62.2 kWh CATL-SAIC LFP (China, Thailand) 64 kWh CATL-SAIC NMC lithium-ion (Long range)
range	425 – (CLTC) 440 – (NEDC)
wheelbase	2730 mm
length	4476 mm
width	1849 mm
height	1621 mm
weight	1685 –
predecessor	MG ZS EV / EZS
sp	uk

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]

History

The model was initially registered to Chinese authorities as the MG S5, but it was renamed to ES5 shortly before its introduction.[4][5] It made its official debut in China on 15 October 2024 and later started sales in China on 6 November 2024.[6][7]

Markets

Asia

China

In China, the model is marketed as the MG ES5. It is 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]

Indonesia

The MGS5 EV was launched in Indonesia on 5 February 2026 at the 33rd Indonesia International Motor Show, with three variants: Ignite (49 kWh), Magnify (49 kWh) and Magnify Max (62 kWh). It is locally-assembled at SGMW's Cikarang plant.[9][10]

Malaysia

The MGS5 EV was launched in Malaysia on 20 May 2025, with three variants: Com 49 kWh, Com 62 kWh and Lux 62 kWh.[11] Local CKD assembly commenced on 10 March 2026 at contract manufacturer EPMB's assembly plant in Malacca.[12][13]

Singapore

The MGS5 EV was launched in Singapore on 10 April 2025 with a sole Luxury (62 kWh) variant.[14]

Thailand

The MGS5 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.[15] The D+ trim replaced the D trim in August 2025.[16]

In January 2026, the Thailand market MGS5 EV receive several changes. The X and V trim levels was replaced with X+ and V+ trim levels respectively. Both variants receive larger 15.6-inch screen, with redesigned center console and column-mounted shifter. The V+ trim received a 62.2 kWh LFP battery to replace the previous 64 kWh NMC battery.[17]

China

In China, the model is marketed as the MG ES5. It is 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]

Indonesia

Malaysia

Singapore

The MGS5 EV was launched in Singapore on 10 April 2025 with a sole Luxury (62 kWh) variant.[14]

Thailand

Europe

The MGS5 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).[18]

Oceania

Australia

The MGS5 EV was launched in Australia on 30 April 2025 with two trim levels: Excite and Essence. It is available with 49 kWh and 62 kWh powertrain options.[19]

Australia

The MGS5 EV was launched in Australia on 30 April 2025 with two trim levels: Excite and Essence. It is available with 49 kWh and 62 kWh powertrain options.[19]

MGS5 EV

History

Design

Specifications

Markets

Asia

China

Indonesia

Malaysia

Singapore

Thailand

China

Indonesia

Malaysia

Singapore

Thailand

Europe

Oceania

Australia

Australia

Safety

ANCAP

ASEAN NCAP

Euro NCAP

Sales

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