MGS6 electric SUV launches in Australia from $49,990 with 77kWh battery and 530km range
By Eve
MG has released the MGS6 electric SUV in Australia, with the rear wheel drive Essence model priced at $49,990 drive away and the dual motor AWD version at $56,990 drive away. Both variants feature a 77kWh nickel manganese cobalt battery, with the RWD model offering 180kW, 350Nm and a WLTP range of 530km, while the AWD version delivers 266kW and 540Nm. The review in The Driven positions the vehicle as a practical, well equipped family SUV aimed at competing with established electric models in the Australian market.
Why it matters: The sub $50,000 price point for a long range electric SUV increases pressure on charging network operators to ensure coverage for mainstream EV adoption beyond premium segments. The 77kWh battery capacity and 530km range suggest typical charging session requirements that infrastructure planners must accommodate as volume sales grow in the family SUV category.