MG MGS6 Essence RWD specs and price
Available 2026 - CurrentFBT exempt
The MG MGS6 Essence RWD is a rear-drive medium SUV priced from $49,990 RRP, with a 77kWh NMC battery and 530km of WLTP range (an estimated 498km in mixed real-world driving).
Price$49,990RRP before on-road costs
- 530 km
- Range (WLTP)
- 77 kWh
- Battery
- 144 kW
- DC Fast Charge
- 7.3 s
- 0–100 km/h
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Key Specs
- Price: The MG MGS6 Essence RWD costs $49,990 RRP before on-road costs in Australia.
- Range: 530km WLTP, or an estimated 498km in mixed real-world driving.
- Battery: 77kWh NMC (74.3kWh usable).
- Charging: Up to 144kW DC (10-80% in 38 minutes) and 11kW AC (0-100% in 7 hrs 30 mins).
- 0-100 km/h: 7.3 seconds.
- Ground clearance: 190mm.
- Towing: 1,500kg braked, 750kg unbraked.
- Weight: 1,908kg kerb weight.
- Boot space: 581L, or 1,690L with the seats folded; 86L frunk.
- V2L / V2H / V2G: Supports V2L at 3.3kW; V2H no; V2G no.
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About the MGS6
The MG MGS6 EV Essence RWD is the entry powertrain of MG's mid-size electric SUV, using a single 180kW rear motor and a 77kWh NMC battery for a strong 530km WLTP range and a 7.3-second 0-100km/h sprint. Standard equipment includes 20-inch alloys, a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated vegan-leather seats, a head-up display and MG's full Pilot driver-assistance suite. It's designed for buyers wanting genuine long-range capability and generous standard equipment at a price that undercuts key mid-size SUV rivals.
Battery and Charging
How EV charging works| Battery size (capacity) | 77 kWh |
|---|---|
| Battery size (useable) | 74.3 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC |
| Charge port type (AC / DC) | Type 2 / CCS |
| Charge port location | Left Side - Rear |
| Charge power (max) – AC | 11 kW |
| Charge time (0-100%) – AC | 7 hrs 30 mins |
| Fast charge power (max) – DC | 144 kW |
| Fast charge power (avg) – DC | 82 kW |
| Fast charge time (10-80%) – DC | 38 minutes |
Cost to fully charge at home: about $25 (74.3kWh 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) | 530 km | 140 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Combined)* | 498 km | 149 Wh/km |
| Real-world (City)* | 545 km | 136 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Highway)* | 413 km | 180 Wh/km |
Running cost: about $4.92 per 100km charging at home (estimated combined consumption at 33c/kWh)
*Estimated
A full charge costs about $25 on a standard tariff. Compare EV plans to cut it.
Performance
7.3 s
Acceleration (0-100 km/hr)
200 km/h
Top speed
180 kW
Power
350 Nm
Torque
Rear
Drive type
BEV
Fuel
Body and Chassis
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4708mm x 1912mm x 1664mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,835 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1,908 kg |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Boot Capacity (std/max) | 581 L / 1,690 L |
|---|---|
| Frunk Capacity | 86 L |
| Towing capacity (unbraked/braked) | 750 kg / 1,500 kg |
| EV Dedicated Platform | Yes |
| Platform | SAIC MSP |
| Segment | Medium SUV |
Compare MGS6 variants
| Variant | Price | Range (WLTP) | Battery | 0–100 km/h | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essence RWDThis page | $49,990 | 530 km | 77 kWh | 7.3 s | Rear |
| Essence AWD | $56,990 | 485 km | 77 kWh | 5.1 s | AWD |
Warranty and Servicing
Car warranty
10 years / 250,000 km
Battery warranty
10 years / 250,000 km
Regular service intervals
12 months / 25,000 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
$49,990 RRP before on-road costs.
An estimated 498km in mixed real-world driving, against 530km on the WLTP test.
About 7 hrs 30 mins from empty on an 11kW home wallbox, or about 38 minutes from 10-80% on a DC fast charger.
About $25 for a full charge at home at 33c/kWh (74.3kWh battery, estimated). Charging cost calculator
Yes. At $49,990 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 MGS6 Essence AWD is priced at $56,990, $7,000 more. It has 485km WLTP range vs 530km, 0-100 in 5.1s vs 7.3s. Compare all MGS6 variants
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