MG5 (automobile)

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MG5
2020 SAIC MG 5 (front).jpg
2020 MG5
Overview
Manufacturer SAIC Motor
Also calledMG GT
Production2012–present
Body and chassis
Class Small family car (C)
Layout Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Chronology
Predecessor Rover 25
MG ZR
MG GT (for second generation)

The MG5 is a series of compact cars that has been produced by SAIC Motor under the MG marque since 2012. The first generation MG5 was launched on 28 March 2012 in China, and shares the same automotive platform as the Roewe 350 saloon car. [1]

Contents

In China, the first generation hatchback was sold as the MG5, while the sedan was sold as the MG GT. The first-generation MG GT was also sold as the MG5 in several markets.

The second-generation model is marketed as the MG5 in China and Thailand, and either the MG5 GT or MG GT elsewhere. For most markets outside China and Thailand, the MG5 nameplate is used for a different model, which is the export version of the Roewe i5. Its battery electric version, the Roewe Ei5 is exported to Europe as the MG5 EV.

First generation (AP12; 2012)

First generation
MG 5 01 China 2012-07-15.JPG
Overview
Model code AP12
Also called MG GT (sedan)
Production2012–2018
AssemblyChina: Pukou, Nanjing
Thailand: Laem Chabang (SAIC-CP, sedan)
Designer Anthony Williams-Kenny, Steve Harper
Body and chassis
Body style 5-door hatchback
4-door sedan (MG GT)
Related Roewe 350
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission 5-speed manual
4-speed automatic
6-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,650 mm (104.3 in)
Length4,363 mm (171.8 in)
Width1,800 mm (70.9 in)
Height1,492 mm (58.7 in)
Chronology
Predecessor Rover 25
MG ZR
Successor Roewe i5/MG 5

The first generation MG5 debuted in concept car form at the 2011 Shanghai Auto Show as the MG Concept 5. [2]

Outside of China, this first generation was exported to various emerging markets such as Egypt, Chile and Algeria.

Technical details

Rear view MG 5 02 China 2012-07-15.JPG
Rear view

The production MG5 is powered by a 1.5 litre petrol four cylinder "VTi-Tech" engine, producing 80 kW (109 PS; 107 bhp) and 135 N⋅m (100 lb⋅ft). There is a choice of five speed manual or four speed automatic transmissions.

A 1.5 litre turbo "Hyperboost" version was launched in November 2013, [3] producing 95 kW (129 PS; 127 bhp) and 210 N⋅m (155 lb⋅ft) mated to a six speed automatic transmission with a claimed top speed of 200 km/h (124 mph). [4] All models are equipped with 16 inch wheels, fitted with 205/55 tyres.

Second generation (2020)

Second generation
2020 MG5 300 TGI (front).jpg
2020 MG5 300 TGI (China)
Overview
Model code AP32
Also called MG GT [5]
Production2020–present
Assembly
Designer Jiping Luan
Body and chassis
Body style 4-door sedan
Platform PATAC K platform [7]
Related Roewe i5
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,680 mm (105.5 in)
Length
  • 4,675 mm (184.1 in)
  • 4,695 mm (184.8 in) (Scorpio Edition)
Width1,842 mm (72.5 in)
Height
  • 1,473–1,480 mm (58.0–58.3 in)
Kerb weight
  • 1,205–1,330 kg (2,657–2,932 lb)

Overview

Rear view 2020 MG5 300 TGI (rear).jpg
Rear view

The second generation MG5 debuted in September 2020 right before the 2020 Beijing Auto Show. [8]

According to SAIC, the second generation MG5 features the third generation MG family design language, including a front fascia similar to the 2020 MG HS facelift, with engine options include a 1.5 litre turbo petrol four cylinder engine developed by SAIC, producing 173 PS (127 kW; 171 bhp) and a 1.5 litre petrol four cylinder engine producing 120 PS (88 kW; 118 bhp). [9]

In China, the MG5 comes in two trims, 180DVVT and 300TGI. [10] Combined fuel consumption for the MG 5 is rated at 5.6 litres per 100 kilometres and 5.7 litres per kilometres depending on trim level (42 US MPG and 41.2 US MPG respectively).

Facelift

The facelifted MG5 was unveiled on 14 August 2024. Changes includes the front fascia design updated with new headlights and the placement of the MG badge above the grille, an the rear fascia design updated with redesigned taillights and rear bumper design, and the interior was updated with a new digital cockpit and fewer buttons in the centre console. [11]

Powertrain

Specs [12]
ModelDisplacementPowerTorqueTransmission0–100 km/h
(0–62 mph)
(Official)		Top speed
1.5 L1,490 cc (91 cu in) I488 kW (120 PS; 118 hp) at 6,000 rpm [13]
95 kW (129 PS; 127 hp) at 6,000 rpm [14] 		150 N⋅m (111 lb⋅ft; 15.3 kg⋅m) at 4,500 rpm [13]
158 N⋅m (117 lb⋅ft; 16.1 kg⋅m) at 4,500 rpm [14] 		5-speed manual185 km/h (115 mph)
CVT10.5s
1.5 L Turbo1,490 cc (91 cu in) turbo I4173 PS (127 kW; 171 hp) at 5,600 rpm250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft; 25.5 kg⋅m) at 3,000–4,000 rpm7-speed DCT8.5s215 km/h (134 mph)
181 PS (133 kW; 179 hp) at 5,600 rpm285 N⋅m (210 lb⋅ft; 29.1 kg⋅m) at 1,500–4,000 rpm200 km/h (124 mph)

Safety

ANCAP

ANCAP (aligned with Euro NCAP) rated the Australasian-market MG 5 zero stars in 2023 due to the lack of seatbelt pre-tensioners and its autonomous emergency braking being limited only to car-to-car and vulnerable road user. [15] It is one of three vehicles that ever receive such score from the Australasian safety programme. ANCAP has accused MG of "a lack of design effort to prevent rear-seat occupant injury in frontal impact and side impact scenarios". [16] In response, MG announced a $4 million worth of investment to introduce safety changes to the MG 5 to improve its crash-test performance for occupants by adding new collision avoidance features, which will be launched sometime in 2024 for the Australian market. [17]

TestScore%
ANCAP safety rating:Star empty.svgStar empty.svgStar empty.svgStar empty.svgStar empty.svg
Adult occupant protection:15.09 out of 4037%
Child occupant protection:28.81 out of 4958%
Vulnerable road user protection:26.78 out of 6342%
Safety assist:2.48 out of 1813%

MG5 Scorpio (2022)

The MG5 received a performance variant called the MG5 Scorpio for the 2022 model year with the front fascia completely redesigned and an additional performance-inspired body kit and additional colour options. The MG5 Scorpio is powered by the same 1.5-litre turbo engine that powers the regular MG5 but tuned up to 181 hp (135 kW; 184 PS), 8 hp (6 kW; 8 PS) more than the standard model. The top speed is 200 km/h (124 mph) which is the same as the standard MG 5. Gearbox remains to be the same 7-speed DCT. [18] [19]

In comparison to the regular MG5, the Scorpio Edition is 20 millimetres longer, 7 millimetres higher, and has the same width and wheelbase. The Scorpio Edition is 125 kilograms heavier than its regular counterpart. Combined fuel consumption is rated at 6.1 litres per 100 kilometres (38.5 US MPG).

Markets

Australia

The MG5 was launched in Australia in June 2023. Imported from China, two trim levels known as Vibe and Essence are offered with the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine paired with a CVT transmission on the Vibe trim and the 1.5-litre turbo paired with a 7-speed dual clutch transmission on the Essence trim. [20]

The Chinese-imported MG5 was one of only two vehicles introduced to Australia in 2023 to get the lowest possible Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP, aligned with Euro NCAP) safety rating of Zero stars in its Australasian market configuration. [21]

The Vibe trim was discontinued in June 2025, therefore leaving the Essence using the 1.5-litre turbo paired with a 7-speed dual clutch transmission as the sole MG5 variant in Australia. [22]

Bangladesh

The MG5 sedan was launched in Bangladesh in October 2023. It is available in two variants with two engine options: a 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine paired with a CVT, and 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with 7-speed DCT. [23]

Mexico

The MG5 was launched in Mexico in March 2022 as the MG GT, with three trim levels: Style, Excite, and Alpha. All variants are powered by a 1.5 litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with 7-speed DCT. [24]

Middle East

The MG5 was launched in the Middle Eastern markets in October 2021 as the MG GT. It is offered in three trim levels; STD, COM and LUX. It is available in three variants with two engine options; a 1.5-litre petrol engine paired with 8-speed CVT transmission and a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with 7-speed DCT transmission. [25]

Southeast Asia

Brunei

The MG5 sedan was launched in Brunei in August 2023. Imported from China, it is offered in Deluxe variant, with two engine options in one variant are in 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine paired with CVT, and 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with 7-speed DCT. [26]

Indonesia

The MG5 was launched in Indonesia at the 29th Indonesia International Motor Show on 31 March 2022. [27] Imported from Thailand, three trim levels are available: Activate, Ignite, and Magnify. All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre SAIC 15S4C engine and comes only with a CVT. [28]

Malaysia

The MG5 sedan was launched in Malaysia on 3 October 2024. Imported from Thailand, it is available in a sole variant powered by a 1.5-litre SAIC 15S4C engine paired with a CVT. [29]

Philippines

The MG5 was launched in the Philippines in February 2023 as the MG GT, with two trim levels: Magnify and Sport. All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with 7-speed DCT. [30] [31]

Thailand

The MG5 was launched in July 2021 in Thailand, in four trim levels: C, D, D+, and X; powered by the 1.5-litre SAIC 15S4C engine. [32] In March 2024, the Pro model was introduced in Thailand which comes in D and X trim levels, alongside the 100th Anniversary Special Edition. [33]

Vietnam

The MG5 was launched in Vietnam on 3 March 2022, with three trim levels: Std+, Com+ and Lux+. All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre SAIC 15S4C engine and comes only with a CVT. [34] [35]

Sales

YearChinaThailandMexico
20212,032 [36]
202274,612 [37] 11,121 [38] [39] 7,658 [40]
202346,156 [41] 6,419 [42] 6,749 [43]
202447,233 [44] 3,149 [45] 3,055 [46]

Other versions

Since 2019, the MG5 nameplate is also used for a rebadged Roewe i5 for markets outside China due to the absence of the Roewe brand outside China. [47] In markets outside Europe, the MG5 nameplate is used for the petrol-powered Roewe i5 saloon, while the original MG5 is marketed as the MG GT or MG5 GT.

In Europe, electric Roewe Ei5 estate was introduced in 2020 as the MG5 EV or MG5 SW EV. [48] [49] [50] The MG 5 EV was marketed as the first ever electric estate car in the UK market and was launched alongside the plug-in hybrid version of the HS crossover. [51] [52]

References

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  13. 1 2 15S4C
  14. 1 2 15FCD
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