MG 5, Price, Specs & Review
Compare every MG 5 variant sold new in Australia. Single variant, from $30,990 RRP. Side-by-side specs, ANCAP safety, fuel economy, towing capacity, warranty and running costs, pricing sourced from the MG Australian website and updated weekly. This page also covers 2 previous-generation variants, kept for used-buyer research. Their prices are what those cars cost when new, not current offers.
Data checked: specs 6 Nov 2026, price 24 Jun 2026
MG 5
From $30,990 RRP
$32,990 drive-away (VIC), advertised
1 / 2MG 5
Sedan · 1.5L Turbo
Data checked: specs 7 Aug 2026, price 24 Jun 2026
Recalls: None open on our record for this car. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
drive-away (VIC), manufacturer advertised
RRP, before on-road costs
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Variants
Cost to own, est.
from $191/wk in VIC
Excludes servicing and insurance: No data for this car.
Made up of, per week
- Repayment estimate$129 (≈$561/mo)
- Fuel$36
- Rego + CTP$18
- ServicingNo data
- Tyres$8
- InsuranceNo data
Assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. 15,000 km a year at $1.95/L ULP 91 (the site default price). VIC rego + CTP. Estimate only, not a quote or an offer of credit.
$32,990 drive away (VIC, manufacturer advertised)RRP $30,990 excl. on-roads.
Repayment estimate≈$129/wk(≈$561/mo)
$5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. No balloon. An estimate, not financial advice, a quote or an offer of credit.
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Quick answers about the MG 5
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Some specifications for the MG 5 are still being completed: 0-100km/h, ground clearance, turning circle and braked towing. We only publish a figure once we have it from the manufacturer, so these stay blank rather than being estimated. They'll appear as they're confirmed.
CarSorted Score
Excellent
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Estimated running cost & resale value5-year modelled estimates
True Cost of Ownership (5 Years)
$5,622
per year to run
$59,099
total 5yr cost
$0.76
per kilometre
Where the 5-year total goes
About $5,622/year to run, or $28,110 over 5 years including fuel, insurance, servicing, tyres and registration.
* Estimates based on your parameters. Fuel: each car's official consumption figure at 15,600 km a year and $1.95/L petrol. Servicing uses each manufacturer's capped-price schedule where we have it, and tyres scale with your weekly km. A guide only, not a quote.
Depreciation Analysis
48%
retained after 5 years
$14,875
estimated 5yr value
-$16,115
total depreciation
Depreciation estimates are modelled from typical retention curves for each vehicle type, not from recorded resale data for this specific car. Actual resale values may vary significantly based on condition, mileage, service history, market conditions, and other factors. This is not financial advice.
Tyres: 215/50 R17 front, as fitted
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Warranty, servicing & roadside
10 yr
250k km
Yes
every 15,000km / 12mo
7 yr
max, renewed at each dealer service
Good to know
- Warranty transfers to the next owner (helps resale)
- Free roadside continues only while you service on time at a dealer
Terms sourced from the manufacturer (official page), last checked 15 Oct 2026.
Warranty, servicing and roadside terms are as published by the manufacturer and can change or have conditions. Confirm current terms with the manufacturer or a dealer before purchase.
Servicing
Interval
15,000 km
whichever comes first
First service due
12 months / 10,000 km
whichever comes first
Capped-price servicing
Yes
Scheduled cost, years 1-3
$899
Scheduled cost, years 1-5
$1,663
Scheduled costs from MG's capped-price page, checked 8 Oct 2026.
Servicing and your warranty
The base warranty doesn’t need MG servicing; the service-activated Extended Warranty (years 8 to 10) does
Terms read 28 October 2026See MG’s terms
“There is no need for the Vehicle to be serviced at an authorised MG Motor dealer in order to benefit from the standard Warranty or the Commercial Use Warranty. ... In order to be eligible to benefit from the Extended Warranty(as set out in the Warranty Period section above), the Vehicle must be exclusively serviced at an authorised MG Motor dealer, and each service must occur within 30 days and 2,000 kms of the scheduled interval.”
What the ACCC says
“Consumers can choose an independent repairer to service and repair their vehicle knowing it's mandatory for car manufacturers to make service and repair information available.” and “Voluntary warranties cannot replace, change or take away the automatic rights consumers have.” ACCC, new and second-hand cars
On warranties, the ACCC says: “The terms and conditions of a warranty may require the consumer to do certain things in order to keep the warranty.” ACCC, warranties
Consumer-law note current as of 29 October 2026. Quoted from the ACCC's own pages. For this car's warranty, the manufacturer's booklet and terms are the authority.
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Safety
View ANCAP ReportRecalls on the federal register
None open on our recordNone open on our record for this car. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au before relying on this list; a recall covers the builds the notice lists, not every car of a model.
Safety Features
29 confirmed · 32 no dataMG 5 by model year
2025 MG 5 · MG5 (2023-)
1 variant · from $30,9902023 MG 5 · MG5 (2023-)
2 variantsFull Specifications
Engine & Drivetrain8 itemsEngine Size 1.5L · Cylinders 4 · Engine Layout Inline
Dimensions & Weights9 itemsLength 4,675 mm · Width 1,842 mm · Height 1,480 mm
Towing & Load1 item
Fuel & Economy6 itemsCombined 6.4 L/100km · City 8.9 L/100km · Highway 5 L/100km
Engineering Detail5 itemsEngine Code NF1 · Front Track 1,559 mm · Rear Track 1,563 mm
Technology & Connectivity11 itemsTouchscreen Size 10" · Apple CarPlay · Android Auto
16 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Driver Assistance & Safety11 itemsAutonomous Emergency Braking · AEB (High Speed) · AEB (Low Speed)
22 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Cameras & Parking3 itemsReversing Camera · 360-Degree Camera · Rear Parking Sensors
5 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Audio System2 itemsSpeakers 6 speakers · Bluetooth Audio
3 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Comfort & Convenience15 itemsClimate Zones 1-zone · Seat Material Synthetic Leather · Front Power Windows
32 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Wheels, Tyres & Brakes7 itemsWheel Size 17" · Wheel Material Alloy · Tyre Setup Square setup
3 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Lighting & Visibility5 itemsLED Headlights · LED Daytime Running Lights · Automatic Headlights
14 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Suspension & Steering3 itemsFront Suspension MacPherson strut · Rear Suspension Torsion beam · Steering Tilt
6 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Warranty & Servicing4 itemsNew Vehicle Warranty 10 years / 250k km · Roadside Assistance 7 years · Service Interval 15,000 km / 12 months
Price tracker
Standing price
$30,990 RRP before on-road costs
We check the manufacturer's published price regularly and record every change here.
RRP before on-road costs, as published by the manufacturer.
Overview
The 2025 MG 5 Essence is a five-seat petrol sedan with front-wheel drive and an automatic, making 119kW and 250Nm. It's priced from $30,990 RRP, which is the recommended price before on-road costs like rego and stamp duty get added. Fuel use is listed at 6.4L/100km combined and the boot holds 401 litres with the seats up. The safety score is worth knowing up front, as it carries a 3-star ANCAP rating from 2025, and we don't have a braked towing figure on record yet. It suits someone after a straightforward petrol sedan with a long warranty who's happy to weigh that safety rating.
Quick Insights
How this car rates on what Australian buyers care about most
Economy & Emissions
Combined
6.4 L/100km
Cost per 100km
~$12.48
City
8.9 L/100km
Highway
5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions
149 g/km
Minimum RON
RON 91
Fuel Tank
50L
Est. Range
~781 km
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Real-world fuel use, measured by the AAA
Tested: this grade, 2024 model year, on the road 11-13 May 2026.
Fuel use
Manufacturer's claim (ADR 81/02)
6.4 L/100km
Measured on the road (AAA)
6.8 L/100km
Measured figure: 6% above the claim
Measured by part of the route
Urban
7.9 L/100km
Rural
6.3 L/100km
Motorway
6.1 L/100km
The manufacturer's figure comes from the standard lab test, the same for every car, and it stays this car's official figure. The AAA figure is one vehicle measured on public roads; your result depends on how and where you drive.
Range in the real world
How far a tank really takes you once speed, load and towing are counted, not just the lab figureTowing and load
The 4WD and load hardware this variant lists, the rig calculator, the load plans and the cost to towCost to tow
The real fuel/energy cost once you hitch up. Pick a trailer and trip.
⚠ Not every limit could be checked: the manufacturer publishes no GCM or towing capacity for this vehicle, so this verdict rests only on the limits that are published.
Estimate only: consumption rises as range falls; real use varies with terrain, wind and load.
Child seats and anchors
5 seats
| Row | ISOFIX | Top tether |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd row | 2 | 3 |
ISOFIX lower anchors clip a compatible child seat straight to the car's frame.
Top tether straps stop a forward-facing seat pitching in a crash. Australian law requires a tether on every forward-facing child seat.
Dimensions and capacity
Length
4,675 mm
Width
1842 mm
Height
1480 mm
Wheelbase
2680 mm
Kerb Weight
1318 kg
GVM
1,757 kg
Payload
439 kg
Boot (seats up)
401L
AU Licence
Car licence (C class) ✓
Built for quietness
- Acoustic glassNo data
- Active noise cancellationNo data
- 17-inch wheels
Indicators from the manufacturer's equipment list and the car's own specification. CarSorted has not measured this car's cabin noise.
Specifications
Year
2025
Body Style
Sedan
Fuel Type
Petrol
Powertrain
ICE
Transmission
Automatic
Drive Type
FWD
Seats
5
ANCAP Rating
3/5 (2025)
Tyre & Sidewall Comparison
MG 5 Essence
108mm wall
215/50 R17
215mm wide · 17" rim · 647mm OD
50-profile · Balanced profile
Drawn at a shared scale across the compared cars and across both ends of a staggered car, so a bigger tyre is genuinely bigger. Sidewall view shows wall height (profile); tread view shows width. Price band is an indicative fitted cost, budget brand (low) to premium brand (high), for four of the one size or for two fronts plus two rears where the car is staggered, unless a verified set price is on file. Actual prices vary by brand, retailer and fitting.
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Factory size (this car)
215/50R17
Geometry from nominal sizes. Ride height is the axle centre, not guard clearance. VSB14 class: passenger car (+15mm / -26mm); check your placard and a certifier before fitting.
Performance
How quick is it?
No manufacturer 0-100 time is held for this car, so it isn't ranked.
Technology & Connectivity
5 confirmed · 15 no dataAudio System
Speakers
6
Body Type
Sedan
Traditional 4-door body with separate boot. Low centre of gravity provides excellent handling and fuel efficiency.
5
Seats
401L
Boot
Best For
- Commuting
- Highway driving
- Fuel economy
- Smooth ride
Considerations
- Limited cargo space vs SUV
- Lower ride height
- Less ground clearance
Fuel & Powertrain
Fuel Type
Petrol
What the car runs on
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Propulsion technology
Petrol
Petrol engine. Standard internal combustion engine running on unleaded fuel.
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$30,990 when new
NewSedanFrom $30,000 RRP
Pricing disclaimer: Displayed prices are based on the manufacturer's recommended retail price (MRRP) and estimated drive-away price, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes based on a Melbourne, VIC location. Prices may vary between states and territories. Additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers. Always confirm final pricing with your local authorised dealer.
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Official Data Sources:
The AAA's Real-World Testing Program drives each car it tests over a roughly 93 km route of public roads around Geelong and measures its fuel or energy use (and an EV's range), printed beside the lab figure.
Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may contain errors. Always verify with your dealer before purchase.
MG 5: price, running costs, warranty, safety and size by grade
Every figure below is read off MG’s Australian documents for the 1 grade on this page, and each one says which grades it covers. Running costs are estimates and carry their assumptions; anything we do not hold says so.
Price band of each powertrain
| Powertrain | Grades | Price band |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1 | $30,990RRP |
Petrol: Essence
Fuel or energy a year, estimated
- Petrol: about $1,950 a yearEstimate: 15,600 km a year, $1.95/L petrol
Fuel or energy only. Servicing, rego, insurance and tyres are not in these figures, and your driving and prices will differ.
Warranty and servicing
- New-car warranty
- 10yr / 250,000 km
- Up to 10yr / 250,000 km if every scheduled service is done in the MG dealer network
- Service interval
- 15,000 km
- Capped-price servicing
- Published for 1 of 1 grades.
ANCAP, by exact grade
- 3/5 (2025)
A rating belongs to the exact variant ANCAP tested and is never carried across to a grade or a build year it does not cover. A rating older than six years is marked expired because ANCAP’s own test has moved on.
Safety recalls on the MG 5
None of the recall notices we have verified is matched to the grade listed here. That is a statement about our register, not a clearance: check a specific car by VIN on the government’s Product Safety Australia recalls register before you buy.
Size, capacity and weights across the grades
| Figure | Across the grades | Grades holding it |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,675 mm | 1 of 1 |
| Width | 1,842 mm | 1 of 1 |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1 of 1 |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm | 1 of 1 |
| Kerb weight | 1,318 kg | 1 of 1 |
| Boot space | 401 L | 1 of 1 |
| Fuel tank | 50 L | 1 of 1 |
Not yet on file for any grade on this page: ground clearance. Those read “No data” until we read them off a source document, rather than a guessed figure.
MG 5 specifications and price
Specifications, price and details for the MG 5 on sale in Australia.
MG 5 specifications and price
Specifications, price and details for the MG 5 on sale in Australia.
Essence2025$30,990119kW / 250Nm6.4L/100kmFWD5
MG 5 Essence
- Power
- 119kW
- Torque
- 250Nm
- Fuel use
- 6.4L/100km
- Gearbox
- Automatic
- Drive
- FWD
- Seats
- 5
- ANCAP
- 3-star (2025)
The 2025 MG 5 Essence is a five-seat petrol sedan with front-wheel drive and an automatic, making 119kW and 250Nm. It's priced from $30,990 RRP, which is the recommended price before on-road costs like rego and stamp duty get added. Fuel use is listed at 6.4L/100km combined and the boot holds 401 litres with the seats up. The safety score is worth knowing up front, as it carries a 3-star ANCAP rating from 2025, and we don't have a braked towing figure on record yet. It suits someone after a straightforward petrol sedan with a long warranty who's happy to weigh that safety rating.
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