MG MGS5 Excite 49 specs and price
Available 2025 - CurrentFBT exempt
The MG MGS5 Excite 49 is a rear-drive small SUV priced from $40,990 RRP, with a 49kWh LFP battery and 340km of WLTP range (an estimated 319km in mixed real-world driving).
Price$40,990RRP before on-road costs
- 340 km
- Range (WLTP)
- 49 kWh
- Battery
- 120 kW
- DC Fast Charge
- 8 s
- 0–100 km/h
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Key Specs
- Price: The MG MGS5 Excite 49 costs $40,990 RRP before on-road costs in Australia.
- Range: 340km WLTP, or an estimated 319km in mixed real-world driving.
- Battery: 49kWh LFP (47.1kWh usable).
- Charging: Up to 120kW DC (10-80% in 27 minutes) and 6.6kW AC (0-100% in 8 hrs 12 mins).
- 0-100 km/h: 8 seconds.
- Ground clearance: 164mm.
- Towing: 750kg braked, 750kg unbraked.
- Weight: 1,635kg kerb weight.
- Boot space: 453L, or 1,441L with the seats folded.
- V2L / V2H / V2G: Supports V2L at 3.3kW; V2H no; V2G no.
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About the MGS5
The MG MGS5 Excite 49 is a practical electric wagon that serves as the entry-level model with a smaller battery pack. It is designed for budget-conscious buyers who need the extra cargo space of a wagon for urban and suburban life, offering essential features and efficient operation.
Battery and Charging
How EV charging works| Battery size (capacity) | 49 kWh |
|---|---|
| Battery size (useable) | 47.1 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP |
| Charge port type (AC / DC) | Type 2 / CCS |
| Charge port location | Left Side - Rear |
| Charge power (max) – AC | 6.6 kW |
| Charge time (0-100%) – AC | 8 hrs 12 mins |
| Fast charge power (max) – DC | 120 kW |
| Fast charge power (avg) – DC | 73 kW |
| Fast charge time (10-80%) – DC | 27 minutes |
Cost to fully charge at home: about $16 (47.1kWh at 33c/kWh, estimated)
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Bidirectional Charging (V2X)
| Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) | No |
|---|---|
| Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) | No |
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | Yes |
| Max Power Output (V2L) | 3.3 kW |
Range and Efficiency
| Test | Range | Consumption |
|---|---|---|
| WLTP (Combined) | 340 km | 139 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Combined)* | 319 km | 148 Wh/km |
| Real-world (City)* | 350 km | 135 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Highway)* | 265 km | 178 Wh/km |
Running cost: about $4.88 per 100km charging at home (estimated combined consumption at 33c/kWh)
*Estimated
A full charge costs about $16 on a standard tariff. Compare EV plans to cut it.
Performance
8 s
Acceleration (0-100 km/hr)
170 km/h
Top speed
125 kW
Power
250 Nm
Torque
Rear
Drive type
BEV
Fuel
Body and Chassis
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4476mm x 1849mm x 1621mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 164 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1,635 kg |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Turning Circle | 10.5 m |
|---|---|
| Boot Capacity (std/max) | 453 L / 1,441 L |
| Towing capacity (unbraked/braked) | 750 kg / 750 kg |
| EV Dedicated Platform | No |
| Segment | Small SUV |
Compare MGS5 variants
| Variant | Price | Range (WLTP) | Battery | 0–100 km/h | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excite 49This page | $40,990 | 340 km | 49 kWh | 8 s | Rear |
| Essence 49 | $42,990 | 330 km | 49 kWh | 8.2 s | Rear |
| Excite 62 | $44,990 | 430 km | 62 kWh | 8.2 s | Rear |
| Essence 62 | $47,990 | 425 km | 62 kWh | 8.6 s | Rear |
Warranty and Servicing
Car warranty
10 years / 250,000 km
Battery warranty
10 years / 250,000 km
Regular service intervals
12 months / 20,000 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
$40,990 RRP before on-road costs.
An estimated 319km in mixed real-world driving, against 340km on the WLTP test.
About 8 hrs 12 mins from empty on a 6.6kW home wallbox, or about 27 minutes from 10-80% on a DC fast charger.
About $16 for a full charge at home at 33c/kWh (47.1kWh battery, estimated). Charging cost calculator
Yes. At $40,990 it is under the $91,387 LCT threshold for fuel-efficient cars, so it qualifies for the FBT exemption on a novated lease. See your weekly cost
The MG MGS5 Essence 49 is priced at $42,990, $2,000 more. It has 330km WLTP range vs 340km, 0-100 in 8.2s vs 8s. Compare all MGS5 variants
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