MG S6 EV review: Is MG's largest EV its best yet?

Join us as we put the MG S6 EV through its paces and find out if bigger really does mean better

MG's line-up is growing fast, and the MG S6 EV is its biggest model yet, on the Modular Scalable Platform (MSP).

And it's a stonking good EV. Bridging the gap between MG's core models and the plusher IM range, it's not the bargain MG were once known and loved for — but it's still competitively priced, and you get a lot of car for your money.

The range tops out at 329 miles (WLTP Comb) across the lineup, though the Trophy Dual Motor we drove comes in at 301 miles (WLTP Comb) — still more than enough for most drivers' weekly needs.

With a 4.7-metre body, there's serious space on offer inside, with room to stretch out front and back without compromise.

But with rivals like the SKODA Enyaq, Renault Scenic E-Tech, and Citroën e-C5 Aircross, it's got a lot to live up to.

So does MG's biggest EV yet deliver where it counts? We drove it to find out.

What we drove:

Model: MG S6 EV Trophy Dual Motor

Body style: SUV

Power: Electric (357bhp)

Range: 301 miles (WLTP Comb)

Acceleration: 0-62mph in 5.1 seconds

Colour: Stratford Gold

Specifications correct at the time of publication

Big, bold, and unmistakably MG

At 4.7 metres, there's no denying this is a big car. And you feel every inch of it on the road.

It's closely related to the S5 in styling but scaled up, with low-hanging headlights and a full-width rear light bar giving it a distinctive presence. The active grille shutters are a nice touch too. They close automatically to maximise efficiency without making a fuss about it.

Trophy spec comes on 20-inch alloys that fill the arches well, and our Gold finish turned heads wherever we went. A bold colour choice, but it suits a car of this size.

The door handles are a weak point though; they feel cheap and out of place on a car at this price point, and let down an otherwise solid exterior package.

Cover up the badge and it could be any number of Chinese SUVs on the road today. But wear it with the MG badge and it gains a commanding presence.

It's not the most original design, but it's well-executed and wears its size confidently.

Big car, bigger interior

Step inside and the MG S6 makes a great first impression.

Soft-touch materials throughout mean nothing feels cheap or nasty, and there are physical buttons for climate control and audio volume — a welcome relief from the screen-heavy interiors you find in so many cars now.

The screen it does have is 12.8 inches, bright, clear, and intuitive. Connecting via wireless Apple CarPlay was a breeze. There's also a 10.25-inch driver's display, and Trophy trim adds a head-up display too.

Tucked into the centre console beneath the screens sits a cooled wireless charging pad, which is a nice touch at this price point.

Space is genuinely not a worry in this car. Legroom is generous front and back, the seats are actually comfortable, and the boot comes in at a whopping 674 litres. There's also a 124-litre frunk up front for cables and extras.

Between the two, you're well covered.

One gripe: The headrests are quite wide, which creates a noticeable obstruction when checking your blind spot. The reversing camera also feels a little outdated: It’s got laggy and underwhelming resolution for a car at this price.

Some harder plastics lower down in the cabin hint at cost-saving, but it's a minor point and doesn't dull the overall impression.

Smooth, planted, and surprisingly capable

There's one word for the MG S6's drive: Smooth.

The dual motor all-wheel drive setup produces 357bhp and gets from 0-62mph in just 5.1 seconds, though it doesn't quite feel that quick in the seat. This is a car that delivers its performance quietly and without fuss, which suits its character perfectly.

It's surprisingly planted through corners too, which we appreciated for a car of this size. Ride quality is good, soaking up bumps with ease and staying comfortable on longer journeys.

On the motorway it's genuinely impressive — refined, hushed, and relaxed at speed. Regenerative braking works well in the background, with adjustable levels that do the job without drama.

Steering is well-weighted but not particularly communicative. This is a cruiser, not a driver's car, and Sport mode adds a welcome injection of urgency without feeling forced.

One annoyance was the driver fatigue alert being very sensitive.

This driver kept yawning — as drivers do — and every single time, off it went.

Yawn, alert.

Yawn, alert.

By the third or fourth time it had become less of a safety feature and more of a heckler. It can be turned off if it becomes too much, and on this drive, it did.

Plenty of range, decent charging

The Trophy Dual Motor offers 301 miles of range (WLTP Comb). And if that's not quite enough, the Long Range variants push that figure up to 329 miles.

Under the skin, MG's Integrated Braking System (IBS) and Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) work together to claw back energy and maximise every mile. It's intelligent engineering that earns its keep in everyday driving.

When it does come to charging, the MG S6 supports rapid charging at up to 150kW, taking the battery from 10-80% in around 38 minutes.

It's not class-leading, but it's more than respectable.

And on a standard 7kW home wallbox, a full charge is easily achievable overnight.

What's good, and what's not

The MG S6 is a good, spacious EV, but it still has its flaws.

What's good:

• 301 miles of range (WLTP Comb)
• Genuinely premium interior feel
• Physical buttons for climate control and audio volume
• Massive 674-litre boot plus 124-litre frunk
• Loads of legroom front and back — flat floor means the middle rear seat is usable

What's not:

• Driver fatigue alert is oversensitive
• Wide headrests create a noticeable blind spot
• Not the most original design — could be mistaken for several other Chinese SUVs
• Pricier than MG's traditional value-led reputation suggests

What's the verdict?

Overall Rating: 6/10

The MG S6 EV is a genuinely impressive package — and in many ways, a surprise.

The interior feels premium, the drive is smooth and refined, and the range is solid enough for most drivers' weekly needs.

For a car at this price point, it over-delivers in the right places.

But it's not without its frustrations.

The oversensitive fatigue alert, dated reversing camera, and wide headrests are niggles that shouldn't exist on a car at this price. The door handles feel like an afterthought, and the design, while competent, lacks the originality to truly stand out.

MG has moved away from its budget roots with the S6, and that's not necessarily a bad thing. But at £43,995 for the Trophy Dual Motor, it needs to be near-faultless — and it isn't quite there yet.

What it is, though, is a big, capable, comfortable EV that surprises in the right places.

And for the right driver, that's more than enough.

Top five reasons to consider the MG S6:

1. Genuinely premium interior feel with soft-touch materials and physical controls throughout
2. Massive 674-litre boot plus a 124-litre frunk
3. Smooth, refined drive that belies its size
4. Loads of legroom front and back with a flat floor
5. 0-62mph in 5.1 seconds from a dual motor all-wheel drive setup

Would we recommend leasing a MG S6?

Absolutely — especially if you're after a spacious, refined electric SUV that delivers more than its price tag might suggest.

The interior genuinely impresses, the drive is smooth and composed, and with 301 miles of range (WLTP Comb) and a 674-litre boot, it's a practical, capable package that's hard to fault on the big stuff.

Yes, there are a few niggles.

The fatigue alert is oversensitive, the reversing camera feels dated, and the door handles let the exterior down.

But none of these are deal-breakers. And none of them change the fact that this is a lot of car for the money.

For the driver who wants premium feel, serious space, and a smooth, effortless drive, the MG S6 EV makes a compelling case.