MG5 2023
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MG5 2023

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The 2023 MG Motor MG5. Practical electric estate/wagon with long range and family-friendly practicality.

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BouncyToucan203
· Aug 29, 2024
2/5

Quality control issues from day one

Factory fit-and-finish issues right off the lot — a door seal that whistles at speed, dashboard rattle took three dealer visits to fix. Disappointing for this price. Should have been right first time.

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RedTapir800
· Oct 19, 2024
4/5

Impressed after 12 months

I was sceptical when ordering — felt like I was playing it safe. A year in, I'm genuinely impressed. More refined than expected, comfortable over long distances, nothing unexpected has gone wrong.

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SneakyArmadillo3
· Dec 29, 2024
4/5

Solid choice — does most things very well

Hits the sweet spot for me. Refined on the motorway, economical for commuting, practical for family duties. Only gripe is the infotainment system slow to connect to phone on start-up. Build quality noticeably better than my previous car.

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SneakyTapir195
· Jan 06, 2025
4/5

Impressed after 12 months

I was sceptical when ordering — felt like I was playing it safe. A year in, I'm genuinely impressed. More refined than expected, comfortable over long distances, nothing unexpected has gone wrong.

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BlueGecko372
· Jan 09, 2025
4/5

Great daily driver, small gripes

Eight months in — efficiency, comfort, and how it handles city traffic are all impressive. My gripes are that rear legroom is tight for taller adults and the auto hesitates occasionally. Minor issues in an otherwise excellent package.

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CalmOkapi139
· Dec 11, 2024
4/5

Excellent value for the spec

Mid-spec was the sweet spot. Heated seats, wireless CarPlay, blind-spot monitoring all standard. Build quality feels honest and durable. Nothing showy or fragile. Exactly what I needed.

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BouncyLemur595
· Feb 21, 2025
5/5

EV convert — never going back

The 2023 MG Motor MG5 converted me to electric. Charging at home overnight means I never visit a petrol station. The instant torque makes every journey enjoyable, and the running cost savings are remarkable.

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SwiftLemur25
· Mar 26, 2025
5/5

Chinese engineering has arrived

I was sceptical about a Chinese brand, but the 2023 MG Motor MG5 genuinely surprised me. The fit and finish is excellent, the tech is class-leading, and the value for money is extraordinary. European rivals should be worried.

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CalmBlobfish908
· Mar 20, 2025
5/5

Absolutely love it — couldn't be happier

Picked up my 2023 MG Motor MG5 and have zero complaints. Build quality is exceptional, the technology is genuinely impressive, and it puts a smile on my face every commute. Real-world range exceeds what I expected. Highly recommend.

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CalmPlatypus757
· Mar 20, 2025
3/5

Good but expected more

Competent, reliable, comfortable. But 'competent' isn't what you want when spending this much. A few hard plastic panels at this price point, engine note is unpleasant when pushed. Test the competition before committing.

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