Used MG MG5 for sale near Basildon

CarGurus expert rating: 4 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: 4.8 out of 5
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 38.7%
Overall CarGurus rating:* 4.3 out of 5
Available Listings: Around 100
Average Price: Around £11,000

MG MG5 (2020-2025) Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
One of the most affordable EVs on the market	Lots of body lean when cornering
Spacious and practical	Slow charging speeds for early models
Very low running costs	Unfashionable shape and styling

Quick Summary

The MG MG5 (2020-2025) is the UK's only affordable all-electric estate car, offering no-nonsense value and family-friendly practicality. Similar in size to a Volkswagen Golf Estate yet significantly cheaper than rivals like the Citroën e-C4 and Volkswagen ID.3, it carved out a niche as a spacious and affordable alternative. The final version used a 61.1kWh battery and 154bhp electric motor delivering an official range of 249 miles and real-world figures around 220 miles. A major facelift in 2022 brought sharper styling, a revised cabin and updated infotainment, whilst maintaining its core formula of simplicity, practicality and value for money.

The MG5's biggest strength is its practicality. With 479 litres of boot space (or 1,367 litres with rear seats folded), it easily trumps similarly priced electric hatchbacks. The cabin is basic but spacious, with generous room for adults and two Isofix points for child seats. Running costs are impressively low, with DC rapid charging supporting 10-80% top-ups in around 35 minutes. The seven-year/80,000-mile warranty, transferable to future owners, provides valuable peace of mind. Whilst the MG5 drives unassumingly with noticeable body roll when cornering, its fuss-free simplicity and respectable range make it an appealing option for families seeking a sensibly priced EV with more space than most small electric SUVs.

Best for: Budget-conscious families seeking practical electric transport, those needing estate-car space with zero tailpipe emissions, and buyers prioritising value and low running costs over premium styling.

Not ideal for: Those seeking engaging driving dynamics, premium cabin quality, or fashionable design, and early model buyers concerned about slower charging speeds.


Comparison vs Key Rivals



The Verdict

You should buy the MG5 if: You're seeking a practical, affordable electric estate car with low running costs, generous boot space, and excellent value for families or commuters.

Consider alternatives if: You prioritise engaging driving dynamics, premium cabin quality, fashionable styling, or require the fastest charging speeds available.

Competitive Position: The MG MG5 (2020-2025) stands out as the best-value electric estate car on the used market by a comfortable margin. Whilst the Kia Niro offers slightly higher user ratings and the Volkswagen ID.3 provides a more conventional hatchback alternative, neither matches the MG5's combination of practicality, affordability and low running costs. The MG5's spacious interior, impressive boot capacity and seven-year transferable warranty make it an exceptionally sensible choice for budget-conscious buyers. Though it lacks the premium feel of rivals and exhibits noticeable body roll when cornering, its fuss-free simplicity, respectable range and genuine practicality ensure it remains an appealing option for families prioritising value and usable space over style and performance.

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*The Overall CarGurus rating: that informs these recommendations is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 2026, CarGurus expert reviews, and CarGurus user reviews.