Roewe i5

2021 facelift

The i5 received a facelift for the 2021 model year as China adopted the Youth, Dynamic and Quality design philosophy featuring redesigned front and rear end designs, redesigned side profile, new alloys and interior trims. The updated model is powered by a selection of SAIC's Bluecore 1.5-litre turbo engine and 1.5-litre engine, with the 1.5-litre turbo engine developing 169 hp and 250 Nm and the 1.5-litre engine developing 120 hp and 150 Nm.[4]

i5 GT

A sportier trim was unveiled during the 2021 Chengdu Auto Show called the Roewe i5 GT. The i5 GT features the same powertrain as the base i5 saloon and features redesigned front and rear bumpers with larger grilles.[5]

2023 facelift

The Roewe i5 received a second facelift, which was launched in June 2023. This is an extensive facelift which features new front and rear end designs, side fenders, and a new interior.[6]

2021 facelift

The Ei5 received a facelift for the 2021 model year in China featuring redesigned front and rear end designs, the updated Roewe badge, new alloys, a new interior with new trim pieces and a new infotainment system. The updated model is powered by a 135 kW electric motor and has an NEDC range of 501 km.[14] The battery capacity is 61 kWh. Like the pre-facelift model, it is sold in Europe as the MG5.[15] It is offered in two battery versions: Standard Range and Long Range. The Standard Range variant has a battery with a net capacity of 50.3 kWh (gross capacity 52.4 kWh). The Long Range battery has a net capacity of 57.7 kWh (gross capacity 61.1 kWh) with a maximum charging capacity of 87 kW with DC and 11 kW with AC from a domestic 230V socket. The stated ranges are 320 km and 400 km, respectively. The performance of both versions is a top speed of 185 km/h and acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in approximately 8.3 seconds.

Asia

Philippines

The MG5 Sedan was launched in the Philippines on 13 September 2019, with three trim levels: Core, Style, and Alpha, it is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine paired to either a 5-speed manual or a CVT.[16] The facelift model was launched in the Philippines on 9 April 2026, in the sole Prestige trim powered by the 1.5-litre petrol engine, and the pre-facelift MG5 continued to be sold alongside the facelift model.[17]

Singapore

The MG5 EV was launched in Singapore on 4 September 2021, with two trim levels: Excite (50.3kWh) and Exclusive (61.1kWh).[18]

Thailand

The EP was launched in Thailand on 26 November 2020 in a sole variant powered by a 50.3kWh battery.[19][20] The facelifted model was launched in Thailand on 20 March 2023 as the ES, in a sole variant powered by the 51 kWh battery pack, and the pre-facelift EP continued to be sold alongside the facelift model.[21]

Vietnam

The MG5 Sedan was launched in Vietnam on 25 September 2023, with three variants: 1.5 M/T, 1.5 CVT STD and 1.5 CVT DELUX. All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine.[22]

Europe

The MG5 EV or MG5 SW EV made its European debut starting in UK in September 2020.[23] The facelift model debuted in Europe in March 2022.[24]

Mexico

The MG5 Sedan was introduced alongside the ZS and HS in Mexico on 21 October 2020, marking the return of MG Motors in Mexico after 15 years. At launch, three trim levels are available: Style, Excite and Exclusive. All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine paired to either a 5-speed manual or CVT.[25] The facelift model was launched in Mexico on 5 November 2024, with the same trim levels from the pre-facelift model, except for the Exclusive trim replaced with the Elegance trim.[26]

Middle East

The MG5 saloon was launched in the GCC countries on 29 July 2019. It is powered by the 1.5-litre petrol engine, and it is available in three trims; STD, COM and LUX.[27]

The facelift model was introduced alongside the RX9 on 29 October 2024.[28]