Specification
- Years on sale
- 2020 onwards
- Body type
- Estate
- Battery options
- Standard and Long Range batteries.
- Range guidance
- Varies by battery – check the official figure for the specific car.
- Charging speeds
- Rapid charging via CCS. Home charging via Type 2.
- Battery warranty
- MG's 7-year/80,000-mile warranty, which transfers to the next owner if the MG service schedule has been followed.
What to check
- Check the MG service history to keep the 7-year warranty valid.
- Confirm the battery – Standard or Long Range.
- Ask about previous use. Some have worked as taxis.
- Get a battery health report.
Pros
- Rare electric estate
- Great value
- Long 7-year warranty
- Practical
Cons
- Basic interior
- Some ex-taxis
Is a used MG5 EV a good buy?
The MG5 is one of the UK's few electric estate cars – practical, affordable and backed by MG's 7-year warranty.
Protect the warranty
MG requires servicing to its schedule, so check the history carefully.
See also our MG4 and MG ZS EV guides, and read: How to check the battery health of a used electric car.
Frequently asked questions
Last updated 16 October 2026