The MGS6 EV mid-size electric SUV has been revealed after it was unexpectedly seen during Euro NCAP safety testing. Already on sale in the UK, the MGS6 EV sits above the existing MGS5 EV small electric SUV, but follows the same styling theme and adds more space, features, performance and battery cells for extra range. The MGS6 is expected to arrive in Australia during 2026.

On the outside, MG’s latest design language continues to evolve, with this relatively upright model taking inspiration from the Cyberster for some exterior elements. These include an aggressive lower bumper on the front end, here matched to a split headlight design with thin upper units housing the daytime running lights and indicators, and main headlamps housed below. At the rear is a slim light bar and yet more Cyberster-inspired design at the base of the bumper.

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Under the skin, the MGS6 is based on the same ‘MSP’ platform as the MG4, which is a bespoke EV architecture that integrates a 77kWh NMC battery under the cabin floor. In the UK, all variants use this battery pack, which then powers either a single-motor or dual-motor powertrain for up to 530km of range (WLTP).

As for power, the entry-level variants share a single, rear-mounted motor that produces 180kW of power and 350Nm of torque. It’ll sprint to 100km/h in 7.3 seconds and tops out at 200km/h. There is also a dual motor powertrain available in the UK, making 266kW of power and 530Nm of torque for a 0-100km/h time of 5.1 seconds and hitting the same 200km/h top end – the dual motor’s range is reduced to 485km, however, thanks to its extra weight.

Charging is a little underwhelming, though, with a peak 144kW DC rate. This means the 10-80 per cent fast charge takes 38 minutes, which is well behind the class average.

All MGS6 EVs feature a large, family-friendly body, five seats and plenty of cargo space. Measuring 4708mm long, the MGS6 EV is around 5cm shorter than a Skoda Kodiaq, but is strictly a five seater. According to MG UK, it has a huge 674-litre boot, which expands to 1910 litres with the rear seats folded – plus, there’s a 124-litre front boot as well.

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The cabin itself is brand new, and features a dual-screen set-up like the MGS5 EV. All models include a 10.25-inch driver’s display, with a 12.8-inch touchscreen mounted above the centre console. This houses all the usual elements, such as inbuilt sat-nav and the car’s main controls, but MG has listened to customer feedback and still offers a row of physical controls for functions such as adjusting the volume and fan speed.

Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard, as is a wireless phone charger mounted on the centre console, and all models have access to MG’s ‘iSmart’ app to control the car’s functions such as charging timing, climate pre-conditioning and location.

According to MG, this spacious all-electric newcomer has been designed to move families and their stuff with ease, while offering lots of standard equipment at a reasonable price. How much does it cost? In the UK, the entry-level SE Long Range variant will cost from just under £38,000 (A$77,000), but we don’t yet know how that will correspond to Australian pricing. Given that MG is famous for value, we expect the MGS6 EV to be well priced.

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UK models are all well equipped, with the entry level SE featuring 19-inch alloy wheels, grey cloth upholstery, heated front seats and steering wheel and the full suite of the MG Pilot active safety kit. But upgrade to the Trophy model and you’ll find equipment such as a panoramic sunroof, head-up display, heated and ventilated seats, 11-speaker stereo and 20-inch wheels. We expect Australian models to be fairly similar in terms of features, though likely called Excite as the entry model and Essence at the top.

As has been previously revealed, the MGS6 EV has already received a full five-star Euro NCAP rating, as well as strong scores for adult and child-occupant protection. It scored 92 per cent and 85 per cent respectively in the two categories, as well as 84 per cent for vulnerable road users and 78 per cent in the safety assist test.