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S5 Excite

BEV ยท SUV ยท FWD

Starting Price (before ORC)

$40,490

AUD โ€” add on-road costs for your state

WLTP Range

340 km

Battery

49 kWh

DC Charging

88 kW

0โ€“100 km/h

8.3s

Drive

FWD

Seats

5

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Our Verdict

The MG S5 Excite brings MG's value approach to the compact electric SUV segment โ€” a well-specified crossover body with competitive range, DC fast charging, and MG's seven-year unlimited warranty at an accessible price. It targets buyers who want SUV practicality and want to stay within MG's pricing structure rather than stepping to Korean or Japanese alternatives. The seven-year warranty at this price remains MG's strongest competitive credential.

What we like

  • โœ“ Seven-year unlimited-km warranty
  • โœ“ Compact SUV proportions for urban versatility
  • โœ“ Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto
  • โœ“ Competitive specification for the price
  • โœ“ Value-oriented positioning

What could be better

  • โœ— Interior quality functional rather than premium
  • โœ— MG brand resale less established than Korean competitors
  • โœ— Specification details subject to confirmation at time of reading
  • โœ— Dealer network coverage varies

Overview

The MG S5 Excite is MGโ€™s compact electric SUV, positioning the brand in the segment occupied by the Hyundai Kona Electric and the smaller end of the BYD Atto range. The Excite trim is the entry-level specification, offering MGโ€™s core value proposition: competitive specification at a price below mainstream alternatives, backed by the seven-year unlimited-kilometre warranty that is MGโ€™s strongest differentiator.

The S5โ€™s compact crossover body suits Australian urban environments โ€” easy parking, good visibility, and practical proportions for daily use. Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across MGโ€™s range.

As a newer model, buyers should confirm current pricing and full specifications with MG Australia at the time of purchase.

Verdict

The MG S5 Excite is for buyers who want a compact EV SUV from a value-oriented brand with a genuinely strong warranty. Seven years unlimited kilometres at this price is a commitment no comparable brand matches. Interior quality and resale value are the trade-offs against Korean and European alternatives.

Full Specifications

Price
$40,490
Type
BEV
Body
SUV
Drive
FWD
Seats
5
WLTP Range
340 km
Battery
49 kWh
DC Charge Speed
88 kW
Connector
Type 2 / CCS
0โ€“100 km/h
8.3s
Top Speed
170 km/h
Towing
None
V2L
No
V2H
No
Warranty
7 yr

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