Head-to-head
MG IM6 vs Hyundai Elexio
Just $1,000 separates the MG IM6 and Hyundai Elexio on starting price, but the MG IM6 goes 124 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.
Option A · SUV
MG IM6
MG IM6 — SUV companion to the IM5 sedan. Same battery options, same chassis architecture, but in a taller body. 670 km WLTP range puts it ahead of most rivals at the price.
- From
- $60,990
- Range
- 670 km
- Battery
- 75 kWh
Option B · SUV
Hyundai Elexio
Hyundai's new electric mid-size SUV — slots between the Kona Electric and Ioniq 5 in the Australian range. The 88.1 kWh LFP battery delivers a strong 546 km WLTP range.
- From
- $59,990
- Range
- 546 km
- Battery
- 88.1 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the MG IM6 and Hyundai Elexio, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage MG IM6
The MG IM6 goes 124 km further on a charge (670 vs 546 km WLTP).
- 2
Power · advantage MG IM6
The MG IM6 puts down 90 kW more (250 vs 160 kW).
- 3
Battery · advantage Hyundai Elexio
The Hyundai Elexio carries a 13.1 kWh larger battery (88.1 vs 75 kWh).
- 4
0–100 km/h · advantage MG IM6
The MG IM6 is 3.6 s quicker to 100 km/h (4.9 s vs 8.5 s).
- 5
Price · advantage Hyundai Elexio
The Hyundai Elexio undercuts the MG IM6 by $1,000 (2%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the MG IM6 wins
- ▸ 124 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (4.9s vs 8.5s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (153 kW vs 150 kW)
Where the Hyundai Elexio wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,000
MG IM6
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 670 km WLTP range
- ✓ 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ Practical SUV body with 520 L boot
What we don't
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ MG dealer experience varies on premium tier
- ✕ Software inherited from China market
Hyundai Elexio
What we like
- ✓ Strong 546 km WLTP range from 88.1 kWh battery
- ✓ LFP chemistry (charges to 100% safely)
- ✓ Hyundai dealer network covers Australia comprehensively
What we don't
- ✕ Newer model — long-term reliability unproven
- ✕ 10 kW AC charging is single-phase only
- ✕ ANCAP rating pending
Frequently asked: MG IM6 vs Hyundai Elexio
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the MG IM6 or the Hyundai Elexio?
- The Hyundai Elexio is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $59,990 versus $60,990 for the MG IM6, a $1,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The MG IM6 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 670 km, 124 km further than the Hyundai Elexio's 546 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The MG IM6 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 153 kW versus 150 kW for the Hyundai Elexio. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The MG IM6 does 0–100 km/h in 4.9 seconds — 3.6 s quicker than the Hyundai Elexio's 8.5 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
MG IM6
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (124 km further per charge)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: tesla model y cross-shoppers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.