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MG retains double titles at the 2024 What Car? Electric Car Awards

MG4 Electric Hatchback

MG4 EV Hatchback - The Best Electric Family Car

MG MG5 EV Estate

MG5 EV Estate - Best Used Electric Estate Car

Both the MG4 EV and the MG5 EV, two of the brand’s most popular models, have retained their top spots in their respective categories, continuing to impress judges and consumers alike.

MG4 EV: The Best Electric Family Car

For the second year running.

The MG4 EV has been crowned the "Best Electric Family Car" by What Car? magazine for a second consecutive year. Not an easy feat in such the highly competitive family car segment. Praised by the judges for its exceptional value, the MG4 EV combines ride comfort with a generous specification, making it an ideal choice for families looking to transition to electric driving without breaking the bank.

MG4 EV car photo, with blue tile detailing "The Best Electric Family Car 2024" Award Win

The What Car? editorial team highlighted the MG4 EV’s spacious interior, high level of standard equipment, and its balance of ride comfort with responsive handling. But what truly sets the MG4 apart is its affordability.

The MG4 EV is spacious and well equipped, plus it combines good ride comfort with tidy handling. But best of all, you get all of this for a spectacularly low price and particularly if you go for our favoured SE version. It is a deserved back-to-back winner

Judges comment / 2024 What Car? Electric Car Awards

Since its introduction, the MG4 EV has been accumulating accolades at an impressive rate. The model is now closing in on 40 major awards in the UK, including an impressive eight overall ‘Car of the Year’ titles. It also holds the title of What Car? Best Small Electric Car, further proving its versatility and appeal across different segments. Its success is a testament to MG's ability to deliver an electric vehicle that meets the needs of modern families at an accessible price point, with the SE version starting from just £26,995 on the road.

MG5 EV: Best Used Electric Estate Car

The go-to used electric estate car. Again.

The MG5 EV, was the first electric estate car available in the UK at it's launch in 2020. Four years on this electric trailblazer continues to lead the pack having been recognised as the "Best Used Electric Estate Car" by What Car? The MG5 estate car has earned a reputation for being a reliable, spacious, and affordable option for those looking to transition to electric driving without compromising on practicality. Known for its practicality and appeal to both families and business users, has once again been recognised

MG5 EV Electric Estate Car

Used examples of the MG5 can now be bought for as little as £11,000. For that sort of money, few electric cars – not just electric estates – can get close to this MG's range and practicality

Judges comment / 2024 What Car? Electric Car Awards

The MG5 EV’s appeal lies not just in its price but also in its functionality. As one of the few electric estate cars available, it provides a unique offering in the EV market, making it an attractive option for those needing more cargo space without sacrificing the benefits of electric driving. Its consistent performance in the awards circuit further cements its status as a go-to choice for cost-conscious consumers looking for a dependable and spacious EV.

MG's commitment to affordable EVs

These accolades highlight MG Motor UK's commitment to delivering high-quality electric vehicles that are both affordable and practical. The continued success of the MG4 EV and MG5 EV at the What Car? Electric Car Awards highlights the brand’s ability to meet the evolving needs of modern drivers, offering solutions that do not compromise on quality or cost.

As the electric vehicle market continues to evolve, MG’s winning formula of value, practicality, and innovation will likely keep the brand at the forefront of the industry, and appealing to a broad spectrum of drivers.