MGS6 EV review: Setting a new standard

November 26, 2025 Matt Allan

The MGS6 is the brand’s fourth new EV of 2025 and might just be its best model so far

Earlier this year MG celebrated selling its 100,00th EV sale in the UK.

That’s pretty good for a brand that only launched its first electric vehicle in 2019 and, until now, has only ever had a couple of EV models on sale at any one time.

In fact, for much of 2025 it only had one mainstream model available – the MG4 – plus the super-niche Cyberster. But in recent months that has changed with the arrival of the MGS5, the IM5 and IM6 and now the MGS6 EV.

The MGS6 is intended as a bridge between the smaller MG5 and the more expensive tech-driven IM cars. It’s a C/D-segment SUV positioned against the likes of the Skoda Enyaq, Renault Scenic and Volkswagen ID.4 as well as newcomers such as the Changan Deepal S07 and Leapmotor C10.

Like those other Chinese models, the MGS6 is hoping to score points for value, with a starting price of under £38,000. But to beat the best in class it needs to have more than a low price in its favour.

Design, interior and technology

It doesn’t get off to the best start with its looks. MG can do wild design — just look at the Cyberster or the Cyber X concept – but the S6 is yet another generic C-SUV shape with a smooth front, slim LED headlights and not much else to differentiate it from anything else. I reckon you could lose it in a car park very easily, especially if you opt for one of the less vibrant colours.

The interior design isn’t exactly groundbreaking either. It’s a very familiar arrangement with a high-set centre console, big touchscreen sitting proud of the dashboard and some digital instruments. But it is a major leap forward for MG.

For a start, material quality is far better than it has been. A couple of touchpoints still don’t match the best in class but most elements have a density and robustness that’s new for the brand. Even the drive selector, which looks familiar from the MG5 estate, feels more solid.

The faux leather and suede-effect finish on the comfortable seats also looks and feels good. You won’t believe it’s come from Bridge of Weir, but nor will you think it’s come from a discount fabric shop.

And at long last MG has an infotainment system that won’t drive you insane. The 12.8-inch touchscreen is clear and responsive with a relatively logical layout. It feels lightyears ahead of previous attempts. There’s still too many menus and submenus – any European brand does it better – but it’s far from the worst example. Sensibly, MG has also included physical controls for the air conditioning and media, tucked just below the screen. There’s even a quick customisable method to silence the nannying ADAS.

At 4.7m long the MGS6 is just smaller than a Deepal S07 and slightly bigger than an Enyaq or ID.4, but with a 2.83m wheelbase it offers astonishing space. Even with the seat set for a 6’ 5” driver there’s space for a similar sized passenger behind them, with kneeroom and headroom to spare. A family of five will fit just fine.

Boot space is quoted at 674 litres, but that’s to the ceiling. I didn’t break out the measuring tape but it seems average for the class in the regular to-seatback stakes. There’s also a 124-litre frunk – more than big enough for charging cables or a couple of bags of shopping.

Battery, motor and performance

The MGS6 is the third car based on the Modular Scalable Platform that also underpins the MG4 and MG5S. However, as MG’s flagship mainstream car it gets a battery and motor upgrade over its stablemates.

All versions of the MGS6 use a 77kWh battery which, in Long Range guise offers up to 329 miles of range – that’s plenty for day-to-day use, but something like a Skoda or Ford will offer more. They will also outstrip it on charging, which in the MG is capped at 144kW and takes 38 minutes to deliver a 10-80% charge.

The Long Range model uses a 241bhp rear-mounted motor to deliver a respectable 0-62mph time of 7.3 seconds. If that’s not quick enough there’s a Dual Motor model with a ridiculous 358bhp, 398lb ft and a 0-62mph time of 5.1 seconds, but reduced range of 301 miles.

MG says this is the “performance-focused” version of the MGS6. It’s certainly quick off the mark, with enough grunt to overwhelm the Bridgestone tyres on a slightly greasy road. But it’s no Macan-like handling machine.

That being said, it is impressively set up and feels calibrated for UK roads in a way that no other Chinese brand can match. The ride feels taut but in a controlled way, not a harsh or jittery way. Most of the time on most surfaces it’s pretty comfortable and settled, with good body control delivered by that tightly wound suspension. The single-motor model perhaps feels a little lighter and softer sprung. It’s not quite as planted but also not quite as hard over things like potholes and drain covers.

Both versions deliver some feel to the steering as well – another area where it’s closer to European rivals than the flaky Chinese competition. It’s not quite as sharp as the MG4 but pleasingly responsive and well weighted for this type of car.

In reality, very few people are likely to opt for the dual motor model but that’s fine. The single-motor still delivers enough oomph for daily motoring, although the braking regeneration is a little unpredictable.

Price and specification

MG started as a budget brand and even as quality improves it’s hanging on to that selling point.

The MGS6 starts at £37,995 for the SE Long Range, rising to £40,995 for the better-equipped Trophy Long Range, and topping out at £43,995 for the Trophy Dual Motor.

SE models get 19-inch alloy wheels, full LED lighting with auto-dipping headlights, rear parking sensors and camera, heated front seats and steering wheel, two-zone climate control, adaptive cruise control and wireless Android and Apple mirroring via the 12.8-central screen.

Trophy spec upgrades the wheels to 20-inchers and adds a powered tailgate, heated rear and cooled front seats with faux-leather upholstery, a panoramic roof and 11-speaker stereo. It also brings a 360-degree camera, front parking sensors, a head-up display, connected services including TikTok, Spotify and YouTube, and wireless phone charging. What more do you need?

Verdict

The MGS6 EV might just be the best electric MG to date and is a credible contender in this expanding segment.

It represents a big step forward in perceived quality and blends a hugely spacious interior with high equipment levels. It’s also more pleasant to drive than most Chinese-derived cars in the segment.

There are issues – the range and charging speeds are overshadowed by European rivals and the user interface still has some frustrating quirks. But 300 miles is enough for most users and the low entry price represents solid value even against tough budget-focused Chinese rivals.