In a low-key sort of way, the MG S5 has snuck in and become MG’s best all-round model yet - since the brand was reinvented by its Chinese owners. Based on the same basic structure as the MG4 hatchback, the S5 looks suitably sleek and neat, and inside it has a very high-quality cabin with - hurrah! - some actual, physical buttons. Space is decent too, and it’s nice to drive. Best of all is that the slightly mild on-paper range figures turn out to be hugely useable in the real world, and it’s excellent value for money.

MG S5 EV Tech Specs

Model featured	MG S5 EV
Official WLTP range between charges	340-480km
Battery details (usable capacity)	lithium-iron phosphate 47kWh, lithium-ion 62kWh
Electric motor details	125/170kW single-motor rear-wheel drive
Fastest recharging rate	7kW on AC, 139kW on DC
Energy consumption	15.5-16.0kWh/100km
Maximum power output	170-231hp
Maximum torque output	250-350Nm
0-100km/h	6.3-8.9 seconds
Towing capability	2,400kg
Kerb weight	2,725kg