MG Launches the MG5 EV

MG has announced the launch of the MG5 EV.

Available in two trim levels, the Excite and the Exclusive, the MG5 EV can reach 60mph in just over eight seconds and, MG say, has a range of 214 miles in normal day-to-day use rising to 276 miles for urban use only.

Specification includes a DAB, air conditioning, rain-sensing wipers and push-button starter with safety systems such as

The vehicle also includes a number of active and passive safety systems such as front, side and curtain airbags and Hill Start Assist.

Prices start from £24,495 after the Plug-In Car Grant (currently £3,000) for the Excite and from £26,995 (after the Plug-in Car Grant) for the Exclusive. Business purchasers will benefit from 0% Benefit-in-Kind tax during the 2020-21 tax year, or 1% in 2021-22 and all customers will enjoy the same 7 year/80,000-mile fully transferable warranty as the MG ZS EV.

At the time of writing we're still awaiting rates for this new vehicle but if you'd like to read about the car in a little more detail please visit our dedicated MG5 EV page.