2025 MG S5: Australian details revealed for ZS EV replacement

The next building block in MG‘s growing model lineup has been put in place today at the Melbourne motor show.

The Chinese brand has revealed Australian details for its S5 electric SUV ahead of its arrival in local showrooms within the next month or so as a replacement for the ZS EV.

It has yet to announce final pricing information for the electric crossover, but confirmed that customers can now officially register their interest through the local dealer network.

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The S5 EV will be offered in two model grades – Excite and Essence – and with the choice of either a 49kWh or 64kWh battery pack that deliver between 410km and 515km (NEDC) of driving range.

The smaller capacity battery has a maximum DC charging rate of 120kW while the larger can handle up to 150kW. MG claims both can be replenished on a fast charger from 30 to 80 per cent in approximately 19 minutes.

All variants will feature a single electric motor driving the rear wheels that produces 125kW of power and 250Nm of torque, and are covered by MG’s benchmark 10-year/250,000km warranty.

The five-seater S5 EV is based on the same mechanical platform as the popular MG 4 hatchback, but is significantly larger in almost all dimensions.

All model variants will feature an extensive list of standard equipment including:

• 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
• 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• Wireless smartphone mirroring
• DAB+ digital radio
• Satellite navigation
• iSmart connected app services
• Climate control with rear air vents
• Mobile Bluetooth key
• Keyless entry
• AC charging cable
• Vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality

Essence models add:

• Rain-sensing wipers
• Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Panoramic sunroof
• Power tailgate
• Six-speaker sound system
• Wireless phone charger
• Voice control
• Synthetic leather/fabric trim
• Heated front seats
• Power-adjustable driver’s seat
• Rear centre console
• 18-inch alloy wheels

The MG S5 will also come with a comprehensive suite of advanced driver aids across both models that MG is confident will match the MG 4’s five-star ANCAP rating, and includes:

• Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
• Adaptive cruise control
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Driver monitoring system
• Lane-keep Assist
• Intelligent speed limit assist
• Rear cross-traffic assist
• Safe exit warning
• 7 airbags
• Reversing camera
• Rear parking sensors

Essence models also get a surround-view camera.

The MG S5 EV will be offered in Australia in seven exterior colours. The Essence models can also be had with the choice of either a black or white interior trim.

“We have been very excited about bringing the MG S5 EV to Australia for some time,” said MG Motor Australia CEO Peter Ciao.

“Australian families love SUVs, and the MG S5 EV will be a dynamic, electric vehicle that will provide best-in-class value for motorists. It is beautifully designed and has leading technology as standard throughout the range.

“This is the first new model we are introducing to Australia this year, with several more to follow. It is one of the vehicles that will be important to supporting the continued growth of MG in Australia.

“We are committed to delivering leading value in every segment we enter. Australian families will know that MG delivers this, no matter their life stage.”