MG 5 Prestige

Upon entering the MG 5 Prestige, you are greeted by a minimalist cabin, which looks and feels premium for its price point. One of this sedan’s biggest selling points is its cabin’s outstanding spaciousness. It also comes with a 512-L boot capacity, which offers adequate room for your family’s weekend groceries and light baggage. Additionally, its synthetic leather seats provide all passengers with decent cushioning and ergonomics for everyone on board. 

Upfront, drivers have access to a 3.5-inch TFT digital instrument display, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with multi-function controls, and a center console with armrest and storage. Meanwhile, all passengers can enjoy a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment display that offers Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, AM/FM radio, and USB input. Its infotainment display is paired with a 6-speaker sound system.

In terms of convenience and functionality, this sedan also comes with three USB ports (front: 2, rear: 1), keyless entry with smart entry system, power windows, and a sunglass holder. Younger-gen passengers could also achieve aesthetic lighting inside this sedan’s cabin courtesy of its sunroof.

For starters, the MG 5 Prestige measures 4,607 mm in length, 1,818 mm in width, and 1,489 mm in height. This sedan also has a wheelbase of 2,680 mm.

Design-wise, the MG 5 Prestige looks more modern and mature than its standard counterpart. Its confident-looking front end is defined by angular finishes and a new black grille. Its sports automatic projector LED headlights with a follow-me-home feature along with LED DRLs. 

On the sides, its long frame (for a B-segment sedan) is very evident. It runs on a set of 16-inch two-tone alloy wheels, which look sporty and elegant at the same time. Meanwhile, at the back, its design has a European vibe attached to it. It flaunts a pair of arrow-shaped LED tail lights, which give this sedan a distinct hindlook at night. It also comes with an LED center high mount stop light and fog lights for enhanced visibility at all times.

The MG 5 Prestige is equipped with MacPherson struts at the front and a torsion beam at the rear. In the city, it offers an arguably better absorption of bumps and other road imperfections than its standard counterpart. Body rolls are still noticeable inside the cabin when you are driving at high speeds. But, to be fair, this sedan is designed to be driven sensibly and is not performance-oriented in any way (like the standard MG 5).

Powering the MG 5 Prestige is a 1.5-L, 4-cylinder gasoline engine that delivers a maximum power output of 110 PS and a maximum torque of 142 Nm. It comes mated to a continuously variable transmission system with manual mode and utilizes a front-wheel drivetrain.

The MG 5 Prestige offers sufficient power and torque on the highway. It might not be the fastest sedan out there, but it also doesn’t feel underpowered. However, its CVT can get a bit laggy at times, which might be an issue for drivers who value speed and performance. On the plus side, its powertrain delivers decent fuel economy both inside the city and on the highway.

In terms of safety, the MG 5 Prestige is equipped with rear parking sensors, a rear view camera with dynamic guidelines, four SRS airbags (driver, front passenger, and side), ISOFIX child anchors, an anti-theft system with immobilizer, a tire pressure monitoring system, and cruise control. 

In addition, its braking setup is also supported by an anti-lock braking system, electronic brakeforce distribution, electronic stability program, hill-start assist, and brake assist. This sedan utilizes ventilated discs for front braking and regular discs for the rear.

Currently, the MG 5 Prestige stands out as a very compelling first car option among young professionals, budget-conscious small families, as well as fleet operators. It offers class-leading spaciousness, while undercutting the majority of the locally-available C-segment sedans in terms of price.