In China, the first generation hatchback was sold as the MG 5, while the sedan was sold as the MG GT. The first-generation MG GT was also sold as the MG 5 in several markets.
The second-generation model is marketed as the MG 5 in China and Thailand, and either the MG 5 GT or MG GT elsewhere. For most markets outside China and Thailand, the MG 5 nameplate is used for a different model, which is the export version of the Roewe i5. Its battery electric version, the Roewe Ei5 is exported to Europe as the MG 5 EV.
Outside of China, this first generation was exported to various emerging markets such as Egypt, Chile and Algeria.
Technical details
Rear view
The production MG 5 is powered by a 1.5 litre petrol four cylinder "VTi-Tech" engine, producing 80 kW (109 PS; 107 bhp) and 135 N⋅m (100 lb⋅ft). There is a choice of five speed manual or four speed automatic transmissions.
A 1.5 litre turbo "Hyperboost" version was launched in November 2013,[3] producing 95 kW (129 PS; 127 bhp) and 210 N⋅m (155 lb⋅ft) mated to a six speed automatic transmission with a claimed top speed of 200 km/h (124 mph).[4] All models are equipped with 16 inch wheels, fitted with 205/55 tyres.
The second generation MG 5 debuted in September 2020 right before the 2020 Beijing Auto Show.[8]
According to SAIC, the second generation MG 5 features the third generation MG family design language, including a front fascia similar to the 2020 MG HS facelift, with engine options include a 1.5 litre turbo petrol four cylinder engine developed by SAIC, producing 173 PS (127 kW; 171 bhp) and a 1.5 litre petrol four cylinder engine producing 120 PS (88 kW; 118 bhp).[9]
In China, the MG 5 comes in two trims, 180DVVT and 300TGI.[10] Combined fuel consumption for the MG 5 is rated at 5.6 litres per 100 kilometres and 5.7 litres per kilometres depending on trim level (42 US MPG and 41.2 US MPG respectively).
Facelift
The facelifted MG5 was unveiled on 14 August 2024.[11]
88 kW (120 PS; 118 hp) at 6,000 rpm[13] 95 kW (129 PS; 127 hp) at 6,000 rpm[14]
150 N⋅m (111 lb⋅ft; 15.3 kg⋅m) at 4,500 rpm[13] 158 N⋅m (117 lb⋅ft; 16.1 kg⋅m) at 4,500 rpm[14]
5-speed manual
185 km/h (115 mph)
CVT
10.5s
1.5 L Turbo
1,490 cc (91 cu in) turbo I4
173 PS (127 kW; 171 hp) at 5,600 rpm
250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft; 25.5 kg⋅m) at 3,000–4,000 rpm
7-speed DCT
8.5s
215 km/h (134 mph)
181 PS (133 kW; 179 hp) at 5,600 rpm
285 N⋅m (210 lb⋅ft; 29.1 kg⋅m) at 1,500–4,000 rpm
200 km/h (124 mph)
Safety
ANCAP
ANCAP (aligned with Euro NCAP) rated the Australasian-market MG 5 zero stars in 2023 due to the lack of seatbelt pre-tensioners and its autonomous emergency braking being limited only to car-to-car and vulnerable road user.[15] It is one of three vehicles that ever receive such score from the Australasian safety programme. ANCAP has accused MG of "a lack of design effort to prevent rear-seat occupant injury in frontal impact and side impact scenarios".[16] In response, MG announced a $4 million worth of investment to introduce safety changes to the MG 5 to improve its crash-test performance for occupants by adding new collision avoidance features, which will be launched sometime in 2024 for the Australian market.[17]
Test
Score
%
ANCAP safety rating:
Adult occupant protection:
15.09 out of 40
37%
Child occupant protection:
28.81 out of 49
58%
Vulnerable road user protection:
26.78 out of 63
42%
Safety assist:
2.48 out of 18
13%
MG 5 Scorpio (2022)
The MG 5 received a performance variant called the MG 5 Scorpio for the 2022 model year with the front fascia completely redesigned and an additional performance-inspired body kit and additional colour options. The MG 5 Scorpio is powered by the same 1.5-litre turbo engine that powers the regular MG 5 but tuned up to 181 hp (135 kW; 184 PS), 8 hp (6 kW; 8 PS) more than the standard model. The top speed is 200 km/h (124 mph) which is the same as the standard MG 5. Gearbox remains to be the same 7-speed DCT.[18][19]
In comparison to the regular MG 5, the Scorpio Edition is 20 millimetres longer, 7 millimetres higher, and has the same width and wheelbase. The Scorpio Edition is 125 kilograms heavier than its regular counterpart. Combined fuel consumption is rated at 6.1 litres per 100 kilometres (38.5 US MPG).
MG 5 Scorpio
MG 5 Scorpio (rear)
Markets
Thailand
The MG 5 was launched in July 2021 in Thailand, in four trim levels: C, D, D+, and X; powered by the 1.5-litre SAIC 15S4C engine.[20] In March 2024, the Pro model was introduced in Thailand which comes in D and X trim levels, alongside the 100th Anniversary Special Edition.[21]
Middle East
The MG 5 was launched in the Middle Eastern markets in October 2021 as the MG GT. It is offered in three trim levels; STD, COM and LUX. It is available in three variants with two engine options; a 1.5-litre petrol engine paired with 8-speed CVT transmission and a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with 7-speed DCT transmission.[22]
Mexico
The MG 5 was launched in Mexico in March 2022 as the MG GT, with three trim levels: Style, Excite, and Alpha. All variants are powered by a 1.5 litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with 7-speed DCT.[23]
Vietnam
The MG 5 was launched in Vietnam on 3 March 2022, with two trim levels: Std+, Com+ and Lux+.[24][25] All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre SAIC 15S4C engine and comes only with a CVT.
Indonesia
The MG 5 was launched in Indonesia at the 29th Indonesia International Motor Show on 31 March 2022.[26] Imported from Thailand, three trim levels are available: Activate, Ignite, and Magnify. All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre SAIC 15S4C engine and comes only with a CVT.[27]
Philippines
The MG 5 was launched in the Philippines in February 2023 as the MG GT, with two trim levels: Magnify and Sport. All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with 7-speed DCT.[28][29]
Australia
The MG 5 was launched in Australia in June 2023. Imported from China, two trim levels known as Vibe and Essence are offered with the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine and CVT transmission option available as standard on the Vibe trim and the 1.5-litre turbo and 7 speed dual clutch transmission on the Essence trim.[30]
The Chinese-imported MG 5 was one of only two vehicles introduced to Australia in 2023 to get the lowest possible Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP, aligned with Euro NCAP) safety rating of Zero stars in its Australasian market configuration. [31]
Brunei
The MG 5 sedan was launched in Brunei in August 2023. Imported from China, it is offered in Deluxe variant, with two engine options in one variant are in 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine paired with CVT, and 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with 7-speed DCT.[32]
Bangladesh
The MG 5 sedan was launched in Bangladesh in October 2023. It is available in two variants with two engine options: a 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine paired with a CVT, and 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with 7-speed DCT.[33]
Malaysia
The MG 5 sedan was launched in Malaysia on 3 October 2024. Imported from Thailand, it is available in a sole variant powered by a 1.5-litre SAIC 15S4C engine paired with a CVT.[34]
Since 2019, the MG 5 nameplate is also used for a rebadged Roewe i5 for markets outside China due to the absence of the Roewe brand outside China.[43] In markets outside Europe, the MG 5 nameplate is used for the petrol-powered Roewe i5 saloon, while the original MG 5 is marketed as the MG GT or MG 5 GT.
In Europe, electric Roewe Ei5 estate was introduced in 2020 as the MG 5 EV or MG 5 SW EV.[44][45][46] The MG 5 EV was marketed as the first ever electric estate car in the UK market and was launched alongside the plug-in hybrid version of the HS crossover.[47][48]
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