MG S6 EV Review 2025

It was only a few years ago that MG's cars were relatively unknown in their modern, Chinese-owned guise, yet the revamped brand's sales now outstrip many long-established rivals' tallies. It hopes to build on this trend further still with its MG S6 EV electric family SUV. Find out if it's got another hit on its hands with our full MG S6 EV review.

MG's electric car line-up is already one of the most comprehensive, ranging from the popular MG 4 EV through to the two-seater MG Cyberster roadster at the top of the range.

As you might have guessed from its name, the MG S6 EV slots in above the MG S5 EV, bridging the gap to the larger, plusher MG IM6.

Its styling is closely related to the MG S5 EV but proportionally its bigger and features a Cyberster-inspired split grille, although you need to be an MG nerd to pick up on that. Elsewhere are numerous silver-coloured exterior trim elements as well as a full-length rear light bar.

Yet cover up the MG S6 EV's badges and it could be any number of new SUVs that have recently launched — more originality wouldn’t go amiss.

So, if you’re looking at an MG S6 EV, what else should you be considering as your next battery-powered SUV? There’s the newly released Citroen e-C5 Aircross as well as the older but recently facelifted Skoda Enyaq for starters.

Others to consider include the Enyaq's unlikely cousin, the Ford Explorer plus the excellent Renault Scenic E-Tech. Orders have also now opened for the Kia EV5 — given the strength in depth of Kia's other electric cars, this could be another strong option.

Who's it aimed at? Normally we would suggest that the MG's cars are aimed predominantly at those who prioritise practicality and aggressive pricing over upmarket options, but with a starting price of just under £38,000 the S6 EV isn't really a budget choice, especially as it misses out on the Electric Car Grant (ECG) discount that some rivals benefit from.

The good news is that you do get a lot of car for your money with the MG S6 EV. Its interior is rather swish, with lots of soft-touch materials and physical controls for various functions — no jabbing the touchscreen to make the cabin warmer or colder, here.

There’s ample space for up to five, although there's no seven-seat option in line with its direct rivals, plus its boot has more than enough space for most people's needs.

MG S6 EV: Range and charging times

The MG S6 EV comes with a 74.3kWh usable capacity battery across the range. Rear-wheel drive Long Range models have an official driving range of up to 329 miles, while the all-wheel drive Dual Motor choice sees the figure drop to 301 miles.

As with all electric cars, these figures are unlikely to be achievable in real-world conditions, while temperature extremes and lots of higher speed motorway journeys will likely see them drop further.

The DC rapid charging rate is a modest 144kW, which sees a 10-80% top-up take 38 minutes — that's ten minutes longer stuck at a services than the equivalent Skoda Enyaq, with the Citroen e-C5 Aircross taking 30 minutes. 

Charging at home is much more straightforward and when plugged into a home wallbox charger, the MG S6 EV will easily charge overnight. At an AC rate of 7kW a 10-100% recharge takes 12 hours.

The MG S6 EV has a much more refined ride quality than earlier MG cars, with the handling sensibly dialled in for everyday driving. Whether in town, on winding country roads or along dual-carriageways, the MG takes it all in its stride. 

While it's not designed to be chucked into corners, its ultra-thin battery's position beneath the floor promotes a low centre of gravity. It can be good fun on a flowing stretch of road and it's refined cruising at 70mph on the motorway, though there is a little wind noise. It's also comfy and copes well with rough and uneven surfaces.

At slower speeds the steering is well-weighted, making it a breeze to navigate around town. The Long Range models powered by a single motor at the back have a handy 11.1-metre turning circle, though it's not quite as impressive on the Dual Motor at 12.4 metres.

Parking sensors and a rear-view camera are included, though its resolution looks underwhelming. Trophy models also get a 360-degree camera system to make judging spaces that bit easier.

There's a choice between two all-electric drive systems for the MG S6 EV, with the wheels connected to the motor via a single-speed transmission that's used in the same way as an automatic. The top speed of all models is electronically restricted to 124mph.

Models labelled Long Range — rather than Single Motor — have one drive unit mounted under the boot floor, propelling the rear wheels. Outputs are quoted at 244PS and 258Nm of torque, which sees standstill to 62mph reached in a not too shabby 7.3 seconds, bettering the entry-level Skoda Enyaq by half a second.

The Dual Motor has a second drive unit fitted to the front, providing all-wheel drive traction, which is useful considering it produces 361PS and 398Nm. Here the 0-62mph benchmark is achieved in 5.1 seconds.

Performance of the Long Range models should more than enough for most buyers, unless you want some bragging rights at the school gates. It picks up speed with ease without shoving you in the back and there's plenty of torque when you need to overtake or join a motorway. 

We already know that the MG S6 EV will be safe thanks to its maximum five-star score from the independent Euro NCAP organisation, with particularly high ratings for adult and child occupant protection.

Standard features include front, side and driver's knee airbags, driver awareness monitoring, lane-keeping assistance, speed limit recognition with intelligent speed assist and a multi-collision automatic braking system.

Lots of driver assist functions can result in annoying bongs and alerts while driving, which is where the MG Pilot Custom function comes in. It allows you to deselect which aids you don't want and save your preferred settings. By law they have to be active when you start the car, but two touches on the screen brings back stored settings.

The MG S6 EV is equipped with the latest integrated braking booster system, which promises to completely halt Long Range models from 62mph in 36 metres. 

Towing is possible with the MG S6 EV, although all versions have the same 1500kg maximum braked trailer capacity.

Step inside the MG S6 EV's cabin and you're greeted with a contemporary, driver-focused cockpit with a squared-off steering wheel, a large infotainment touchscreen and a digital instrument display.

At 4708mm long, the MG S6 EV is 50mm up on the Skoda Enyaq, the result being a large, practical cabin. Up front you sit moderately high up on the comfy, heated seats, while there's good all-round visibility.

There's plenty of storage, too, with two large cup holders and a generous cubby in the centre console, with further space underneath. We also like the position of the wireless smartphone charging pad next to the drive selector, rather than being tucked out of the way. 

There may be a touchscreen dominating the dash but MG is thankfully swimming against the tide of putting every control onto it. Instead there are dedicated physical buttons to adjust elements such as the climate control temperature and audi volume — bliss. 

Those sitting in the back won't be moaning about lack of space either. There's loads of legroom even if you're stuck behind taller people in front, while the flat floor means whoever's in the middle won't have to straddle a raised tunnel. 

You can choose between grey or beige interior finishes, with the latter making the interior feel more airy. This is amplified if you choose the Trophy specification thanks to its panoramic glass roof.

The MG S6 EV has a boot capacity of 674 litres, a generous volume compared with the Skoda Enyaq's 585 litres, yet while it looks as though the MG comes out on top, the Devil's in the detail. MG quotes the boot capacity measured up to the roofline, not the height of the luggage cover as Skoda does.

Fold the MG's rear seats over and the overall capacity expands to 1910 litres.

It's a functional shape, though there's no concealed floor to store charging cables and the like. That said, there is a handy frunk under the bonnet with a capacity of 124 litres in Long Range models and 102 litres with the Dual Motor.

Any preconceptions about material and build quality are quickly done away with once you get inside the MG S6 EV. It's very good, with key touch points incorporating pleasant-feeling finishes, while the centre console has a properly squidgy-soft texture. 

SE specification models have fabric seat upholstery, while Trophy-grade models benefit from a faux suede and leather alternative that lifts the quality feel further. While some harder, scratchy plastics can be found further down the cabin, they don't dull the impression of the MG S6 EV being well turned-out. 

Complementing this are the weighty controls and buttons, including the rotary drive selector. Nothing feels cheap or lightweight.

As with its smaller sibling, the MG S6 EV comes with a landscape-orientated, 12.8-inch multimedia touchscreen positioned in the middle of the dash. 

The resolution and clarity are very good and it's intuitive to use, enabling drivers to quickly get up and running, aided by some quick-access, virtual shortcut buttons. There's also wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.

Supplementing it is a 10.25-inch driver's digital display showing key information from speed to remaining range. Trophy models also get a handy head-up display (HUD) that projects driving data onto the inside of the windscreen. 

Trophy versions also get an upgraded audio system with 11 speakers compared with the eight found in SE models.

Prices for the MG S6 EV start at £37,995 for the rear-wheel drive SE Long Range. There's a £3k grade walk-up to the more desirable Trophy Long Range at £40,995. If you fancy the faster MG S6 EV Trophy Dual Motor then prepare to spend a further £3000 bringing its cost up to £43,995. 

How does those prices compare with rivals? The entry-level Skoda Enyaq comes in at £37,510, although that includes the Electric Car Grant (ECG) discount and its driving range is 60 miles down on the MG.

Elsewhere you'll find the Ford Explorer is pricier, starting at £39,285, while both the Renault Scenic E-Tech (£35,495) and Volkswagen ID.4 (£36,995) cost less, thanks in part to the ECG, though you have to compromise on range with the VW.

Then there's the Citroen e-C5 Aircross. Starting at £32,565 once the ECG has been factored-in, it's very aggressively priced. Even in top-of-the-range Max trim it's cheaper than the most affordable MG S6 EV. 

Charging costs will vary depending on whether you use public chargers or top up the battery at home. The former will be pricey, the latter much less so, especially if you have a dedicated EV tariff from your supplier. Some EV tariffs let you charge at home for as little as 7p/kWh but public rapid charging can cost north of 80p/kWh.

With its 77kWh battery, the MG 6S EV should see a full recharge cost around £19.25 at 25p/kWh, though it's unlikely to be quite that much as it's rare that you will charge-up from 0%. 

When it comes to maintenance, EV servicing tends to cost less than petrol or diesel cars because there are fewer moving parts. MG offers a seven-year warranty with the S6 EV, while labour costs are very competitive across its network of over 150 dealers. 

First-year Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) will be included in the cost of the car, but after that you pay the standard rate of £195 a year.

While the SE Long Range model costs under £40,000, both Trophy versions nudge over that are hit by the Expensive Car Supplement. This is currently charged at £425 between years two and six of first registration.

The MG S6 EV is available in two trim levels — SE and Trophy. Only the latter is available with the Dual Motor set-up.

The MG S6 EV SE comes with the following as standard:

• 19-inch alloy wheels with aero wheel covers
• Heated front seats
• Heated steering wheel
• Black cloth upholstery
• 10.25-inch driver's display screen
• 12.8-inch multimedia touchscreen
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity
• Integrated navigation
• Eight-speaker audio system
• Dual-zone climate control
• MG Pilot including Custom Function

Move up to the MG S6 EV Trophy and you also get:

• 20-inch alloy wheels with aero wheel covers
• Panoramic glass roof
• Electrically operated tailgate
• 360-degree parking camera system
• Heated and ventilated electrically adjustable front seats
• Heated rear seats
• Faux leather and suede upholstery
• Head-up display
• 11-speaker audio system
• Ambient interior lighting