MG S6 review

If you’re a fast talker, you might need to pace yourself when telling people about the MG S6, otherwise they’ll think it’s named after the county northeast of London. 

And that might give them the wrong impression, because not only is the S6 made in China, it’s certainly unlike any of those old Fords that used to come out of Dagenham. This is a thoroughly modern electric SUV. 

In MG’s line-up, it sits between the smaller MG S5 and the bigger MG IM6. It rivals the Kia EV6 and Skoda Enyaq, even though it undercuts them both on price. So, is the S6 a bit of a bargain? Read on to find out.

How fast is it and which motor is best?

There are two versions of the MG S6 available and both are pretty quick. The S6 Single Motor has 241bhp and a 0-62mph time of 7.3sec, meaning it has all the oomph most people could ever need. Plus, if you’re playing top trumps, it's quicker than the entry-level Skoda Enyaq (7.8sec). 

It’s rear-wheel drive, unlike the S6 Dual Motor which gets four-wheel drive. The Dual Motor also has more power (357bhp), allowing for a 0-62mph time of 5.1sec. It feels just as punchy as the figures suggest; for perspective, the top-spec Skoda Enyaq vRS does the same sprint three-tenths slower. 

Is it agile and is the ride comfortable?

Aided by its rear-wheel-drive setup, the S6 feels well balanced in the corners, and you can place the nose accurately thanks in part to precise steering. Mind you, it's not quite as sharp as the Kia EV6, which has more grip and tighter body control. The Enyaq is even better in these regards. 

It’s a similar story when it comes to the ride. It’s comfortable, impressively so, being soft and cushy without being too wallowy. The Enyaq is even smoother, however, exhibiting a little less side-to-side sway over patchy surfaces. 

So to summarise, yes, the S6 is agile and comfortable – just not quite to a class-leading level. 

Is it quiet and how easy is it to drive smoothly?

The S6 is quiet in terms of wind noise, and there’s only a minor amount of tyre roar to note – the Dual Motor is a little louder. 

And it is indeed easy to drive smoothly. Sure, the brake pedal is slightly spongey, but it’s progressive and predictable enough to mean you won’t come to any jerky stops. Plus, there’s a raft of regenerative braking settings to choose from, including barely any and full one-pedal driving. 

What’s the range and efficiency like, and how quickly can it charge?

The official range of the S6 Single Motor is 329 miles and the Dual Motor version 301 miles. Those figures are just about competitive. For reference, the Enyaq does between 268 and 359 miles (depending on the version). The EV6 can go further: between 339 and 361 miles. 

At its maximum charging speed of 144kW, the S6 can go from 10-80% charge in as little as 38 minutes – and that goes for both versions. That’s a bit disappointing, seeing as the Enyaq and EV6 can charge at 258kW. 

“I found the Dual Motor a bit more planted on the road, and I actually found it slightly comfier.” – Oliver Young, Reviewer

What does the interior look like and is it well made?

The MG S6’s interior will be familiar to you if you’ve ever sat in the smaller MG S5. It’s quite a grown-up-looking space, especially if you opt for the beige interior. If you’re after something more funky or futuristic, perhaps you’ll prefer the Peugeot e-3008. 

Build quality feels solid, and the material quality really isn’t too far off pricier rivals. There are plenty of soft-touch materials and between the S6, EV6 and Enyaq it’s a closer call than you might think. 

Is the driving position comfortable and is it easy to see out?

The driving position is indeed comfortable, with plenty of adjustment in the driver’s seat and steering wheel. What’s more, visibility is good thanks to big windows and relatively thin pillars. And because it lacks a coupé-esque sloping roofline, it’s easier to see out the back of than the Tesla Model Y or e-3008. 

Nonetheless, it’s good to know every S6 comes with rear parking sensors and a reversing camera. 

Is the dashboard and infotainment system easy to use?

The infotainment system’s menus are easy to make sense of, and the S6’s 12.8in touchscreen is crisp and responsive. It’s a good setup, even if the Google-enhanced system in the Renault Scenic is that bit more impressive. 

Controls for features like the heated seats are permanently displayed on the screen, but even better are the physical climate controls. They’re easy to use, much more so than the more fiddly, touchscreen-based controls you get in the Skoda Enyaq. 

“I thought the physical controls would feel flimsy, but they feel solid.” – Oliver Young, Reviewer

How much space does it have for people?

A lot. If you’re a family of six-footers, then you’ll all be able to sit inside the MG S6 with a few inches of room to spare each. There’s a generous amount of space in the front and back. 

Plus, you don’t have to dread sitting in the rear middle seat. The floor is completely flat and the interior is wide enough to mean you won’t feel too squished between passengers.

There’s no seven-seat S6, unfortunately, but then again very few rivals (except for the Peugeot e-5008) give you that option. 

How much room does it have for luggage?

In the interior, there are plenty of handy cubby spaces to put your bits (or bobs, if you’d prefer). The door bins are a good size and there’s a large storage tray under the centre console. 

At 493 litres, the S6’s boot doesn’t quite match the Skoda Enyaq’s 585 litres, but there’s still plenty of space for the average family’s worth of weekly shopping. There’s also a handy front boot (or frunk), which brings an extra 124 litres or storage in Single Motor guise or 102 litres as a Dual Motor. Considering the Enyaq lacks a frunk of any kind, we’d say the pair are almost on a par. 

There’s not much to talk about in terms of clever practical features. The boot lacks any underfloor storage, and the rear seats fold in the conventional 60/40 split. It’s worth noting that folding the rear seats down creates a lip in the floor. 

 “Our test car had a panoramic sunroof, but it didn’t cut into my head room.” – Oliver Young, Reviewer

How much does it cost and what equipment do you get?

The MG S6 is competitively priced, undercutting the Kia EV6 and Skoda Enyaq. We’d stick to the entry-level version, though, which is the Single Motor in SE trim. It has everything most people could want or need in terms of range, performance and kit.

The SE gets features like heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, wireless phone charger, head-up display, privacy glass, dual-zone climate control, keyless entry and an eight-speaker sound system. And all that while avoiding the luxury car tax, since it is the sole S6 trim which sits below a £40k list price. 

Range-topping Trophy trim then adds heated rear outer seats, a powered tailgate, panoramic sunroof and an 11-speaker sound system. It’s worth noting that you can only get the Dual Motor as a Trophy. 

Is it reliable, and how long is the warranty?

We’ll have to wait and see how reliable the S6 is, but MG’s reliability record is a bad indicator. The brand ranked last out of 30 manufacturers featured in our 2025 What Car? Reliability Survey. 

At least the S6 comes with a seven-year/80,000-mile warranty. Few brands can match that, although Kia’s equivalent cover extends to 100,000 miles.

How safe is it, and is it easy to steal?

Very safe. The MG S6 was awarded five out of five stars by safety experts Euro NCAP. It scored 92% for adult occupant protection and 84% for child occupant protection.

There are also plenty of active safety aids, including blind-spot detection and rear cross traffic alert. What’s more, you can configure the safety settings and, within two taps of the touchscreen, you can activate that configuration. This is handy if, say, the lane-keep assist is proving more of a hindrance than a help. Every S6 also comes with an alarm and immobiliser. 

“Aside from potential reliability issues, I find very little to complain about here.” – Oliver Young, Reviewer

Buy it if...

- You want a comfortable ride
- You appreciate lots of standard kit
- You need lots of interior and boot space

Don’t buy it if…

- You need to charge super quickly
- You want an EV that has super sharp handling
- You want a seven seater (it’s five-seat only)

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