MG electric cars: Every model explained

For all MG’s cars have been hugely improved over a short period of time, the less expensive end of its electric model line-up has been ripe for causing confusion since spring 2026. How so? Well, not only was the razor-edge style MG 4 EV given a mid-life update, it was joined by this MG 4 EV Urban with a much more rounded appearance.

While the 4 element of its name indicates it’s of a similar size to the existing MG 4 EV, the Urban part hints that it’s smaller. Yet, it isn’t. Stats fans will doubtless be keen to know the 4 EV Urban is 108mm longer, 6mm wider, 156mm taller and sits on a 45mm longer wheelbase. Those stretched dimensions result in a boot that’s up to 189 litres more commodious at frankly enormous 577 litres.

Yet, despite those swollen measurements, the MG 4 EV Urban starts at £23,495, some £6,500 less expensive. So, what’s going on? Smaller batteries and lower power outputs, mainly. Urban is referring to driving ranges which are better suited to city-dwelling motorists, with official figures spanning 201 to 258 miles on the Combined cycle – the higher figure is 22 miles shy of the MG 4 EV Long Range’s potential.

Plus, when you’re driving around town 149PS to 160PS is way more than ample for snicking into gaps in traffic. Which is best? We still think the smaller, pricier model’s a better all-rounder.

Before the MG 4 EV arrived, the brand was mostly known for selling decent electric SUVs at sensible prices. But this car proved that MG could build a genuinely excellent electric hatchback – one that didn't just compete on value, but on merit.

It’s rear-wheel drive, giving it a more balanced feel through corners and an impressively tight turning circle around town. Don't mistake that for being sports car-like, though – despite many of them being painted bright orange, the MG 4 EV isn’t fun to drive in the dynamic sense. That said, the 435PS MG 4 EV XPower hits 62mph from a standstill in 3.8 seconds, which at least makes it a laugh at the traffic lights.

Ultimately, we'd opt for the MG 4 EV Extended Range – its 338-mile claimed range gives you more flexibility and the masses of equipment that comes with Premium grade helps justify its £33k price.

Think of the MG S5 EV as the SUV version of the MG 4 EV and you'll immediately understand its appeal. It replaced the ageing MG ZS EV with something that's bigger, cleverer and much more polished, while keeping the aggressive pricing that made MG famous.

Like the 4 EV, the S5 EV is based on MG's dedicated electric platform, so you get rear-wheel drive, a roomy cabin and a surprisingly enjoyable driving experience. It doesn't feel remotely sporty, but nor does it lurch around corners like some budget SUVs do – including the ZS EV.

Official range claims extend to up to 298 miles, while a generous equipment list means you'll struggle to find an option box worth ticking. It's also noticeably better built than earlier MGs, proving the company has listened to criticism rather than simply undercutting everyone on price. Standard stuff includes heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera, wireless Apple CarPlay and vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability for powering electrical devices from the battery.

At first glance, the MG S6 EV appears to be little more than an S5 EV that was accidentally built with the machinery set at 105%. Yet, despite how similar the two look both inside and out, there are no shared body panels or major interior mouldings. Strong family genes, then, but not twins.

One key area of difference is how far the S6 EV will travel on a single charge, with all versions officially capable of a 301-mile minimum – that’s a number even the rangiest S5 EV can’t touch.

As well as providing passengers with significantly more interior space for stretching out in, the S6 EV also feels like the plushness has been dialled-up several notches – not up to MG IM6 levels, but a sensible mid-way point between it and the S5 EV.

Despite being that bit fancier, practicality is still very much a strength in the MG S6 EV’s arsenal. Stick with the rear-wheel drive Long Range – something we’d recommend doing anyway – and you’ll benefit from a colossal 674-litre boot with the rear seats still in use, plus a further 124 litres below the bonnet.

Priced from a smidgen under £38k, the MG S6 EV isn’t cheap, but it remains good value – unsurprisingly, its price tag is also mid-way between the S5 EV and the IM6.

The MG IM5 is arguably the firm's biggest surprise in years. Forget everything you think you know about the brand, because this isn't a budget electric saloon. It's a genuine rival for the Tesla Model 3, BMW i4 and Hyundai Ioniq 6 that's packed with technology that wouldn't look out of place in a Mercedes costing twice as much.

It's also absurdly quick. The flagship IM5 100 Performance version has 751PS and launches from 0-62mph in just 3.2 seconds, making it one of the quickest production cars on sale today. Sensible money goes on lower powered versions, though, which manage up to 441 miles of offcial range from a single charge.

It’s easy to dismiss the IM5 as a Tesla rip-off, but there’s no denying the engineering. It has tricks like four-wheel steering for a tight turning circle and sharper handling, plus self-parking. Some of the touchscreen menus are overcomplicated, but if you're still dismissing MG as a budget brand, the IM5 will make you think again.

Stretch the IM5 upwards into a Tesla Model Y-style SUV and you've basically got the MG IM6. It shares the same platform, the same technology and the same outrageous performance, but wraps it all in a body style that buyers can't seem to get enough of.

Once again, there's a mad Performance version. It's a little slower than the IM5, owing to the extra height and weight, but 0-62mph in 3.5 seconds still qualifies as bonkers. It also feels like one of the strongest alternatives to the Tesla Model Y on the market - and there are a fair few these days.

Highly refined at motorway speeds, it's helped by excellent sound insulation and, on the range-topping Launch Edition, adaptive air suspension. The cabin is a proper step forward for MG too. Properly premium. It won't be the cheapest electric SUV you'll look at, but it's remarkable value. Prices start from £47,995, which is exceptional for this much car - especially considering how generously equipped every version is.

The MG Cyberster is proof that the brand hasn't forgotten its roots. Before family SUVs and sensible hatchbacks, the company built lightweight sports cars that were bought almost entirely for fun. This is the electric interpretation of that idea, albeit with much more horsepower.

It's impossible to ignore. The Cyberster's electric scissor-action doors guarantee attention wherever you park, while the dramatic styling looks more concept car than production reality. Thankfully, it has the performance to match. The dual-motor Cyberster GT version produces 510PS, reaches 62mph from nothing in 3.2 seconds and feels every bit as rapid as those numbers suggest.

The compromises are exactly what you'd expect. The boot is tiny, visibility isn't brilliant and it's hardly the last word in practicality. But that’s basically the whole point – nobody buys a two-seat electric roadster because it's sensible. Albeit, this isn't quite the sports car the styling promises. A Porsche 718 Boxster is infinitely more fun to turn corners in, though.