The last time we talked about MG, it was about the very cool Cyberster, now officially available. Since then? A steady stream of hatchbacks and SUVs. No sedans—electric or otherwise.
That changed at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, where the British marque pulled the covers off two sharp-looking EVs: the MG IM5 and IM6. Not going to lie—I stopped paying attention after the Cyberster. Nothing eyebrow-raising. Until now.
Both the MG IM5 and IM6 represent a new chapter for the brand. The IM in the name stands for “Intelligence in Motion,” and these two EVs are clearly gunning for tech-forward premium territory. The MG IM5 is a sleek executive sedan, while the IM6 is its SUV sibling—and both are packing serious specs. IMO, the IM6 looks suspiciously like the Tesla Model Y, which is more sedan than SUV.
The IM5 Long Range variant boasts up to 441 miles (710 kilometers) on a single charge, courtesy of a 100 kWh battery. It also features an 800V architecture that enables lightning-fast charging—from 10% to 80% in just 17 minutes. Performance-wise, the IM5 does 0–62 mph (0-100 km/h) in a mere 3.2 seconds, while the IM6 follows closely at 3.5 seconds.
Inside, you’ll find a tech-laden, premium cabin featuring a massive 26.3-inch ultra-HD infotainment display supported by a 10.5-inch touchscreen. The 20-speaker bespoke audio system even includes ceiling-mounted Sky Speakers. There’s also four-mode One Touch Park Assist, a panoramic roof, bi-directional rear-wheel steering, and something called “Rainy Night Mode.”
Prices in the UK start at £39,450 (~US$53,016) for the IM5 Standard 75 kWh, rising to £48,495 (~US$65,171) for the 100 kWh Performance version. As for the IM6 SUV, it starts at £47,995 (~US$64,499) and tops out at £52,995 (~US$71,212) for the exclusive Launch Edition.
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