MG S6 EV vs Volkswagen Tayron

The MG S6 EV starts from $49,990 before on-road costs, while the Volkswagen Tayron opens at $48,290. That makes the Volkswagen Tayron the more affordable entry point by $1,700.

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 $53,119 respectively.

The MG S6 EV qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Volkswagen Tayron, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the MG S6 EV and Volkswagen Tayron hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 92% for the MG S6 EV and 87% for the Volkswagen Tayron.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 7 of 10 key ADAS systems on the MG S6 EV, against 6 on the Volkswagen Tayron.

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 9 in the Volkswagen Tayron.

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 Volkswagen Tayron gets a 12.9-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The MG S6 EV stands out with head-up display, heated front seats, ventilated seats, V2L and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Volkswagen Tayron. 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 Volkswagen Tayron offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the MG S6 EV and 3-zone in the Volkswagen Tayron.

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 Volkswagen Tayron responds with a Petrol making 110kW and 250Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels.

The MG S6 EV has the clear power advantage at 180kW vs 110kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The MG S6 EV measures 4,708mm long on a 2,835mm wheelbase, 84mm shorter than the Volkswagen Tayron at 4,792mm (2,790mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the MG S6 EV generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 581L in the MG S6 EV and 345L in the Volkswagen Tayron, giving the MG S6 EV a 236L advantage. The Volkswagen Tayron seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Volkswagen Tayron leads with a 1,800kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

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 / 999,999km (Volkswagen Tayron). The MG S6 EV has longer coverage.