I've been driving electric cars for over 10 years and have owned multiple MGs, including the MG5 and MG4. After spending a week and covering almost 650 miles in the new MG IM5 Long Range, here's my honest owner-focused review.
The MG IM5 is a huge step forward for MG, offering premium build quality, impressive efficiency, advanced technology, excellent comfort and a surprisingly refined driving experience. But is it really the almost perfect EV?
In this video I cover:
✅ Real-world efficiency and range
✅ Long Range vs Performance models
✅ 402hp performance and driving impressions
✅ 400kW ultra-fast charging
✅ Home charging costs (only around £8 on Octopus Go!)
✅ Gemini AI voice assistant
✅ 20-speaker audio system
✅ Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
✅ Self-parking technology
✅ Advanced driver assistance features
✅ 9.8m turning circle
✅ Practicality and boot space test
✅ Family friendliness and rear passenger space
✅ Night driving and LED headlights
✅ Ambient lighting impressions
Despite the generous 457-litre boot, I couldn't fit my full-size adult bike inside, which was a surprise considering my smaller MG4 can manage it. I also discuss some of my criticisms including the screen reflections, limited regenerative braking settings, lack of glovebox storage and the missing automatic high-beam assist.
Overall, the MG IM5 feels far more premium than any MG I've driven before and shows just how far the brand has come.
💡 Save £50 on your energy bill with Octopus Energy:
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What do you think of the MG IM5? Could this be your next EV?
#MGIM5 #MGiM5Review #ElectricVehicle #EVReview #MGElectric #MGMotor #ElectricCar
I've been driving electric cars for over 10 years and have owned multiple MGs, including the MG5 and MG4. After spending a week and covering almost 650 miles in the new MG IM5 Long Range, here's my honest owner-focused review.
The MG IM5 is a huge step forward for MG, offering premium build quality, impressive efficiency, advanced technology, excellent comfort and a surprisingly refined driving experience. But is it really the almost perfect EV?
In this video I cover:
✅ Real-world efficiency and range
✅ Long Range vs Performance models
✅ 402hp performance and driving impressions
✅ 400kW ultra-fast charging
✅ Home charging costs (only around £8 on Octopus Go!)
✅ Gemini AI voice assistant
✅ 20-speaker audio system
✅ Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
✅ Self-parking technology
✅ Advanced driver assistance features
✅ 9.8m turning circle
✅ Practicality and boot space test
✅ Family friendliness and rear passenger space
✅ Night driving and LED headlights
✅ Ambient lighting impressions
Despite the generous 457-litre boot, I couldn't fit my full-size adult bike inside, which was a surprise considering my smaller MG4 can manage it. I also discuss some of my criticisms including the screen reflections, limited regenerative braking settings, lack of glovebox storage and the missing automatic high-beam assist.
Overall, the MG IM5 feels far more premium than any MG I've driven before and shows just how far the brand has come.
💡 Save £50 on your energy bill with Octopus Energy:
https://share.octopus.energy/bold-pan...
What do you think of the MG IM5? Could this be your next EV?
#MGIM5 #MGiM5Review #ElectricVehicle #EVReview #MGElectric #MGMotor #ElectricCar