SAIC Motor, the parent company of MG Motor has officially launched its new compact SUV MG ES5 as the successor to the MG ZS EV. This new SUV is offered in three range variants: 425 km, 515 km, and 525 km. It competes in the budget premium car segment and is launching in Nepal too. Therefore, here we are going to discuss the detailed specifications, features, and other information including the possible MG ES5 EV price in Nepal.
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MG ES5 EV Overview
Design
The MG ES5 EV sports a sleeker design than its predecessor, the MG ZS EV. Its dimensions in length, width, and height measure 4476 x 1849 x 1621 mm, respectively making it a longer (by 162 mm) and slim vehicle than the ZS EV. This translates to higher wheels of 2730 mm compared to ZS’s 2581 mm. It is said to weigh between 1685 kg and 1740 kg.
The front headlights have become sharper and more slender than ever featured in the car’s close-face design. The grilles are split in the mid-bottom as we saw on the ZS EV. Other features include silver roof racks, regular door handles, Y-shaped tail-lights as on the MG4, spoiler design to improve performance, etc.
The cockpit features a flat-bottom steering wheel, a central touchscreen, and an instrument panel. The exact details regarding them haven’t been made available so we need to wait for official information on them. Anyway, the central console has a hollow design and provides two cupholders. It also has a wireless charging support for mobile phones. Likewise, the seats are made of leather material providing a sense of sophistication and posh build quality.
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Performance
MG ES5 is powered by a single motor at the rear axle which produces a maximum power of 125 kW (168 hp) and 250 Nm of maximum torque. MG says that the car can reach 0 to 100 kmph in 8 seconds and its top speed is stated to be 170 kmh.
The car is built on SAIC’s Nebula-pure architecture as on MG4 and boasts a five-link rear suspension system which provides more control and comfortable riding.
ES5 is likely to come with advanced driving assistance and safety technologies. The ZS EV featured ADAS so this new iteration may come with a higher level of the system too. We need official details for the confirmation though.
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Battery
There are two lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery options offered in this car- 49.1 kWh and 62.2 kWh manufactured by SAIC-CATL. In terms of range, the car can provide a claimed CLTC average of 425 km, 515 km, and 525 km on a full charge which tends to surpass that offered by ZS EV. MG claims that ES5 has the world’s thinnest battery pack at 110 mm.
Specifications
- Dimension: 4476 x 1849 x 1621 mm
- Kerb Weight: 1685 kg – 1740 kg
- Wheelbase: 2730 mm
- Max Power: 168 hp (125 kW motor)
- Max Torque: 250 Nm
- Drive Type: FWD
- Top Speed: 170 Kmph
- Battery Capacity: 49.1 kWh and 62.2 kWh
- Range: 425 km, 515 km, and 525 km
- Suspension Setup: Five-link rear suspension system
- MG ES5 EV Price in Nepal: Rs 35 – 55 lakh (Expected)
Note: More specification details will be updated after official information comes through.
MG ES5 EV price in Nepal and availability
The price for MG ES5 in Nepal should be around Rs 45 lakh to Rs 60 lakh as its starting price is estimated to be between 100000 – 150000 yuan in China. It should hit the market sometime in 2025.
| MG ES5 variants | Price in Nepal (Expected) |
| 49.1 kWh | Rs 45 lakh |
| 62.2 kWh | Rs 60 lakh |
Our Initial Verdict
MG is embarking on a new evolution with its new compact SUV ES5. The car competes with the likes of Omoda EV 5, BYD Atto 3, etc. Thanks to its price and specification combination, it could be a strong contender in the Nepali auto market in the SUV segment.
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