The New MGS6 Is the First MG I’ve Actually Liked

If you’ve read my earlier reviews of MG cars, you’ll know I’ve never been a huge fan. So, I was surprised to receive an invitation to the European launch of the all-new MGS6 – an electric SUV sitting between the MGS5 EV and the luxury MG IM models.

The new MG MGS6 EV is basically a bigger version of the MGS5. Although I haven’t driven that, the 6 feels more refined than other models I’ve tested in the past. In fact, this might be the first MG motor I’ve liked. Still, is it good enough to steal customers from popular electric cars, like the Tesla Model Y and Škoda Elroq? Maybe.

2026 MG MGS6 First Impressions

MGS6 Key Features

• Integrated LED lights
• Distinctive front splitter
• 19-inch alloy wheels
• 3D LED rear light bar
• Sporty rear spoiler

Admittedly, the exterior isn’t revolutionary. It looks like its smaller sibling, with seven colours and a few added bits to help tell them apart. The new angular daytime running lights sit higher, and the Cyberster-inspired split front grille houses active shutters to help battery cooling.

It does get a lot as standard, though. Even the baseline MGS6 EV SE Long Range gets roof rails, rear privacy glass, 19-inch aerodynamic alloy wheels, LED lights and a rear spoiler. The most notable features are found inside the cabin, which we’ll discuss later.

How Does The MG MGS6 Drive?

This is where things get interesting. As I mentioned, I’ve never been a fan of MGs, partly because of the nasty build quality, but mostly because of the sluggish automatic transmissions. Obviously with an electric car there are no gears, so does this fix my biggest gripe? In a word, yes.

It’s quiet and smooth, you barely feel anything underneath you. Some might say that’s boring, but it’s exactly what I’d want in a family SUV designed for pottering around town. That said, it’s not shy about venturing further afield.

MGS6 Performance Specifications

Model	Long Range	Dual Motor
Battery Size	77 kWh	77 kWh
Motors	Single	Dual
Horsepower	241 BHP	358 BHP
Drivetrain	Rear-wheel drive	All-wheel drive
Transmission	Single-speed automatic	Single-speed automatic
Range	329 miles	301 miles
0-62 MPH	7.3 seconds	5.1 seconds
Top Speed	124 MPH	124 MPH

Every MGS6 comes with a reasonable 77kWh battery. The only difference is whether it is rear-wheel or all-wheel drive (AWD). Upgrading to the AWD model adds a 119Kw motor to the front axle, bringing more power with it. That extra power does sacrifice range, but the benefit of having more grip is worth it.

With five drive modes available, the whole personality of the car changes at the touch of a button. There’s little difference between Normal and Comfort modes, other than some softening of the steering and suspension, but Sport mode unleashes the full 361 PS. Despite being a huge SUV, it doesn’t feel heavy when accelerating, and the suspension setup is tight when you want it to be and equally forgiving over bumps.  

Efficiency

So, the drive is impressive, but there’s room for improvement when it comes to range and charging. Don’t get me wrong, over 300 miles of range from a single charge is more than enough for most drivers, and the actual range is pretty close to the WLTP range. Though, there are more affordable electric cars with long range.

Efficiency As Tested:

2.5 mi/kWh

The MGS6 takes 38 minutes to charge from 10-80% due to a limited peak charging speed of 144 kW. That said, there are various levels of regenerative braking, from none to one-pedal driving, which do a great job of recovering some energy to give you a few more miles over a long distance.

Interior Design And Comfort

As I mentioned earlier, MG has stepped-up the interior for the S6. The cabin is spacious compared to other EVs, easily seating five adults, and there’s generous storage space in the 674-litre boot and 124-litre frunk. Initially it seems in-line with every other car on the road – a big touchscreen in the centre, a digital driver display behind the wheel, and some buttons scattered around. But it was the quality and level of technology that surprised me.

SE trims get black cloth upholstery with dual zone climate control, heated front seats and heated steering wheel, an 8-speaker audio system, sat nav, reversing camera and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. On top of that, you can add ventilated front seats and heated rear seats, leather and suede style upholstery, electric-adjustable front seats, ambient lighting, a panoramic roof, 360-degree cameras, and a powered tailgate in the Trophy guise. In addition, for the first time ever in an MG, Trophy trims get a head-up display. Mine seemed blurry, but it might be a one-off (or my eyes!)

Technology And Ease Of Use

The HUD projects important driving information onto your windscreen so you can quickly glance at it without taking your eyes off the road, and the large 12.8-inch infotainment screen is faster and easier to use than before. It comes with built-in satellite navigation as standard, as well as online apps like YouTube, Spotify, and TikTok.

However, you can connect wirelessly via Apple CarPlay/Android and use the air-cooled wireless charging cradle to keep your phone battery topped up without it overheating. Another cool smartphone feature for the MGS6 is iSmart connectivity. By simply connecting your car to the MG iSmart app, you access remote features such as lock/unlock, pre-set climate controls, and even find your parked car on a map.  

Is It Safe?

Already, the MGS6 has achieved a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating. This is due to 81% of the body being constructed from high strength steel, 7 airbags around the cabin, ISOFIX seats, and MG Pilot: a suite of advanced driver assistance systems, including:

• Active emergency braking
• Lane-keep assist
• Driver monitoring system
• Adaptive cruise control
• Blind spot detection

The driver monitoring system can be slightly intrusive, not helped by the constant bongs from the ADAS. Thankfully, MG Pilot Custom has a quick menu setting to customise the alerts, i.e. switch the annoying ones off.

How Much Does An MGS6 Cost?

Prices for the MGS6 start from £37,995 – a very reasonable price for a fully-electric SUV with this much standard equipment and over 300 miles of range. Each step-up costs a further £3,000, up to the range-topping Trophy Dual Motor at £43,995.

Engine/Trim	SE Long Range	Trophy Long Range	Trophy Dual Motor
Price (MSRP)	£37,995	£40,995	£43,995

Should You Buy The New MGS6 EV?

Honestly, I never thought I’d say this: yes, I recommend this MG. The Chinese car manufacturer has been gradually improving since the launch of the MG4 EV, but there have still been a few niggles that made me hesitate. Now, the MGS6 is more than capable of taking on Europeans like the Skoda Elroq and Volkswagen ID4.

While I enjoyed the stability and control of the Dual Motor version, it’s not essential for most people. There’s plenty of power in the rear-wheel drive models and they’re still well-behaved on the road. The SE Long range is excellent value-for-money for a large EV of this class, but, if you can stretch to it, I’d recommend the Trophy Long Range for the extra comfort and convenience features.

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