Head-to-head
MG MGS5 EV vs MG ES5
Two suvs priced within TBA of each other. Here's where each pulls ahead on range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
MG MGS5 EV
MG's replacement for the older ZS EV — a small SUV with 64 kWh battery, 420 km WLTP range and 110 kW DC charging. The MGS5 lifts MG's small SUV game considerably.
- From
- $40,490
- Range
- 420 km
- Battery
- 64 kWh
Option B · SUV
MG ES5
MG's compact electric SUV — confirmed for Australian launch 2026, slotting between the MGS5 EV and MG4 hatch in the lineup.
- From
- $40,490
- Range
- 425 km
- Battery
- 64 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the MG MGS5 EV and MG ES5, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
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DC charging · advantage MG ES5
The MG ES5 accepts 20 kW more DC peak charging (130 vs 110 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the MG MGS5 EV wins
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.5s vs 7.6s)
Where the MG ES5 wins
- ▸ 5 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (130 kW vs 110 kW)
MG MGS5 EV
What we like
- ✓ 7-year vehicle warranty (extendable)
- ✓ Strong DC charging peak for the segment
- ✓ Genuine improvement over old ZS EV
What we don't
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ AC charging at 7 kW only (single-phase)
- ✕ Cabin materials clearly cost-engineered
MG ES5
What we like
- ✓ MG's long warranty backing
- ✓ Strong DC charging peak for the segment
- ✓ Competitive pricing target
What we don't
- ✕ Pricing not yet confirmed
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP rated
- ✕ Crowded small SUV segment
Frequently asked: MG MGS5 EV vs MG ES5
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The MG ES5 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 425 km, 5 km further than the MG MGS5 EV's 420 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 ES5 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 130 kW versus 110 kW for the MG MGS5 EV. 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 one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
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.