MG S6 EV vs Jeep Avenger

The MG S6 EV starts from $49,990 before on-road costs, while the Jeep Avenger opens at $49,990. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $54,989 and $54,989 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

The MG S6 EV holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 3 stars for the Jeep Avenger. Adult occupant protection scored 92% for the MG S6 EV and 79% for the Jeep Avenger.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The MG S6 EV packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the Jeep Avenger.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the MG S6 EV and 6 in the Jeep Avenger. The MG S6 EV adds a 360-degree camera that the Jeep Avenger misses.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The MG S6 EV features a 12.8-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Jeep Avenger gets a 10.3-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The MG S6 EV stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, heated front seats, ventilated seats, power tailgate, V2L and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Jeep Avenger. The Jeep Avenger counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the MG S6 EV gets vegan leather upholstery while the Jeep Avenger offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the MG S6 EV and 1-zone in the Jeep Avenger.

The MG S6 EV uses a Electric Motor producing 180kW and 350Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.3 seconds.

The Jeep Avenger responds with a Permanent Magnet Assisted Synchronous Reluctance Motor making 115kW and 260Nm, paired to a single-speed driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.

The MG S6 EV has the clear power advantage at 180kW vs 115kW. In the real-world sprint, the MG S6 EV is 1.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 77kWh (MG S6 EV) vs 54kWh (Jeep Avenger), giving WLTP ranges of 530km and 396km. DC fast charging peaks at 144kW (MG S6 EV) vs 100kW (Jeep Avenger).

The MG S6 EV measures 4,708mm long on a 2,835mm wheelbase, 624mm longer than the Jeep Avenger at 4,084mm (2,557mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the MG S6 EV generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 581L in the MG S6 EV and 355L in the Jeep Avenger, giving the MG S6 EV a 226L advantage.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 10 years / 250,000km (MG S6 EV) vs 5 years / 100,000km (Jeep Avenger). The MG S6 EV has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Jeep Avenger).