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FIRST DRIVE: MG takes on Tesla with new IM5 and IM6. Game over, Elon?

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Join Ginny Buckley and Nicola Hume as they support the wheel of the new MG IM5 and IM6 for their first UK drive. These two all-electric beginners from MG goal to shake up the EV market with sleek design, clever tech, and serious value for cash. But how do they carry out on British roads?

In this video, the Electrifying.com team puts both models through their paces, checking out usefulness, variety, charging, and what they resemble to drive in real-world conditions.

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– Intro & Introduction. 1:30- IM( Inteligence in Movement) Launches in the UK as MG's high-end sub-brand.

3:25 – Are you looking for a
used EV? 4:00- Screens and Tech( self parking test ). 9:36 -Interior Quality and Practicality. 12:37- Rear seats comfort.
15:38 – Boot and Frunk. 19:31 -Battery sizes and Range. 20:49- Charging speeds.
21:22 – IM 5 Driving Impressions. 26:18 -IM 6 Driving Impressions. 30:32- Crab Mode.
32:01 – Guarantee and Security. 32:30 -More affordable and better than a tesla?

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57 responses to “FIRST DRIVE: MG takes on Tesla with new IM5 and IM6. Game over, Elon?”

  1. @AuntieBuddie Avatar
    @AuntieBuddie

    It wasn’t clear, but in sudden fog, the last thing you want to do is dive into a screen to put on fog lights!

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    1. @esm7708 Avatar
      @esm7708

      Fog lights are mostly pointless these days. We’re a long way from Lucas glow worms.

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    2. @simonyapp Avatar
      @simonyapp

      Sudden fog!

      My bigger problem is sudden farts

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    3. @CThienV Avatar
      @CThienV

      Voice commands

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    4. @dojohansen123 Avatar
      @dojohansen123

      In sudden fog you use the brake.

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  2. @stevehardy3553 Avatar
    @stevehardy3553

    I’m not sure why people are still buying petrol cars

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    1. @lg.studio Avatar
      @lg.studio

      lack of charging infrastructure ||| charging times (as a big chunk of the population lives in flats, and cannot solve overnight charging) ||| public charging almost cost the same as petrol for the same distance ||| much more xpensive as new and the return investment is much longer than people (who actually buy new cars) use to keep their new cars before reselling ||| low resell value ||| as for the car enthusiasts: actual driving experience. 0-100 is just a showpiece and the nice number, but actual cornering capabilities, and lightweight playfullness gives driving enjoyment, what most probably 99% of EVs lack no metter what is the acceleration. Also the nice exhaust notes, the way you control the car through 3 pedals and a shifter.

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    2. @jimmyh6601 Avatar
      @jimmyh6601

      ​@@lg.studiopeople who live in flats don’t have access to a petrol garage either 😊

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    3. @Sweety1915-nono Avatar
      @Sweety1915-nono

      ​@@lg.studiosome valid points but also some massive myths there. Charging infrastructure – just check out the overlay on Google maps. Some parts of the UK are sparse, but in a large proportion of the country there’s chargers in every supermarket car park.

      Plenty of “heavily depreciated” good used EVs on the market now, so plenty of cross-shop at the 13k+ price point for mid-sized vehicles that make up a large chunk of the market.

      As for fun lighter cars and EVs only being good in a straight line, try either the Renault 5 (new, chuckable fun) or the BMW i4 (been around for ages, definitely not light but good fun to drive and decent value used) for good handling outside of your Porsche-types. A few others knocking around as well. Bearing in mind that the vast majority of ICE are dull to drive it’s fairly proportionate. Though I’d agree there’s no MX-5 equivalent that’s not exactly a large portion of the new car sales market is it?

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    4. @Electrifyingcom Avatar
      @Electrifyingcom

      PILE ON!

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    5. @simonyapp Avatar
      @simonyapp

      Change is scary for some, daily mail effect and some dealers are still pushing fossil cars, plus people with no home or work charging.

      Reply
  3. @liamg5632 Avatar
    @liamg5632

    Interesting cars, I have a model 3 and would certainly go for the IM5, but the 6 looks even better, getting older, just thinking of entry and egress from both. thank you Ginny and Nicola 👍🏻

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    1. @londonwestman1 Avatar
      @londonwestman1

      On the other hand, I’m thinking about whether it’ll be easy to get in and out. 😉 But, yes. For me too, I think this might be the most relevant question. I’ve an i3 which is easy for front seat passengers, but really a bit awkward in the back.

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    2. @MCSMIK Avatar
      @MCSMIK

      I switched from a Model 3 to a Y and returned back in 15 months. Yes it’s easy to get in and out but it’s also 0 emotions to drive these big cars so until I can physically not get into one I’ll keep a Model 3 as it’s an awesome car. Would try the IM5 but looks are not for me. The BYD seal looks nicer imho

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    3. @uptowncali Avatar
      @uptowncali

      me 2, in a M3 highland but I’m already sold on the IM5

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    4. @art333-dg8dd Avatar
      @art333-dg8dd

      they are crap ev’s 300 miles at best. when aluminium ion batteries come out at 600 miles range. MG is dead in the water.

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    5. @onetwothreefour-s1n Avatar
      @onetwothreefour-s1n

      Good call.

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  4. @BH_London Avatar
    @BH_London

    I think you can stop saying ‘if you can find one’ every time you mention 350kW now… there are now loads of them around

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    1. @Electrifyingcom Avatar
      @Electrifyingcom

      That’s not the case for much of the UK. London is especially well catered, we’ll agree

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    2. @markymarkreviews Avatar
      @markymarkreviews

      @@ElectrifyingcomIonity & Grideserve, have plenty of 350kW chargers at plenty of MSA’s or near motorways all over the country as well as InstaVolt & Osprey not to mention FastNed in smaller numbers. The only issue now is price, in comparison with Tesla SC’s. As long as these Chinese cars are compatible with 400v chargers like Tesla, then they will work but not get the super fast speeds.

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    3. @JoshuaStringfellow1 Avatar
      @JoshuaStringfellow1

      @@Electrifyingcom Depends on the context, if it’s instead of a home charger (possibly important to some people, although I’d question using that context without being clear about it) then of course a lot of people are going to be an inconvenient distance away from one. If it’s for charging on a trip then you’re almost certain to pass one well before you need to charge in one of these cars, easy to say and easy to do.

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    4. @stephenwensley Avatar
      @stephenwensley

      @@Electrifyingcomgridserve installed 400 high power bays in 2024, and had 173 in 2022, Ionity have 141 across 15 locations, Fastned have 141 across 27 locations and Porsche dealers. Plus there are a host of 300kW chargers from the likes of Osprey, E.on, BP Pulse, MFG EV which will probably manage 90% of the charging curve just fine, with perhaps 10-20% above 300 on the MG IM5/6 charging curve (guessing here based on similar cars😊)

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    5. @Lewis_Standing Avatar
      @Lewis_Standing

      ​@@Electrifyingcomzapmap stats says there’s now over 8700 150kw+ rapids in the country

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  5. @sammwaura3818 Avatar
    @sammwaura3818

    Missed a trick, could have called them the Motion Intelligence, MI5 & MI6

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    1. @thedaveaftertomorrow Avatar
      @thedaveaftertomorrow

      That would be the epitome of Chinese trolling

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    2. @RuneLaursen-xh4sc Avatar
      @RuneLaursen-xh4sc

      ❤ good one😢

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    3. @Bimluva72 Avatar
      @Bimluva72

      Brilliant idea. They definitely missed that unless they would not be allowed to use it. Would be slick though.

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    4. @PaulHoward-x6f Avatar
      @PaulHoward-x6f

      They couldn’t because changing the IM badge on steering column / boot release means it would need to be crash tested again at a huge cost …. Hence just a token small apologetic MG badge on the tail

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  6. @stevenjones916 Avatar
    @stevenjones916

    *Compare Apples to Apples !*
    The IM6 starts AWD Long Range = £47,995
    Model Y AWD Long Range = £51,990
    IM6 Performance = £52,995
    Model Y Performance = £ ?

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    1. @onetwothreefour-s1n Avatar
      @onetwothreefour-s1n

      Model y cost is way higher with all Elon’s baggage included 😂😆

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  7. @themightywrighty Avatar
    @themightywrighty

    Ginny and Nicola are great! this review was so much fun as well as being really informative.

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    1. @Electrifyingcom Avatar
      @Electrifyingcom

      Appreciate the kind words!

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    2. @johnkelly9369 Avatar
      @johnkelly9369

      @@Electrifyingcom Ginny and Nicola are akin to the Morecombe & Wise of the EV world, the chemistry is natural, making their reviews fun as well as informative to watch . . . . . 10 outa 10 ladies . . . .

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    3. @Missy1gonk Avatar
      @Missy1gonk

      I love them. Not only are they very informative but also very funny.

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  8. @yukitsunoda7056 Avatar
    @yukitsunoda7056

    Very impressive from MG (I have an MG4 XPower, do perhaps I’m biased). Great features, long range, mental performance – and for cheaper than the competition/on a par with BYD.

    One big downside is the lack of one pedal mode – why? I have it in my MG4 and it is such a relaxing feature to have.

    Also, that is a lovely AT tee, Nicola!

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  9. @gap9992 Avatar
    @gap9992

    I have a Y. Would not consider the Seal but the IM6 looks great

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  10. @vp272 Avatar
    @vp272

    IM5 looks stunning. Especially the rear

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  11. @KasperFrederikChristiansen Avatar
    @KasperFrederikChristiansen

    This is such a great video! IM5 and IM6 are stunning and so cool! I really like the IM6. Thank you for this lovely video! 😀

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    1. @gtpete6363 Avatar
      @gtpete6363

      Dude you are so easily pleased.

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    2. @KasperFrederikChristiansen Avatar
      @KasperFrederikChristiansen

      @@gtpete6363 I know, and it’s nice. 😀

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  12. @MarkusStoller Avatar
    @MarkusStoller

    You made such a great review of the cars and it is so fun watching you. Thank you. I am living in Switzerland and have to wait a bit longer for these models but I will definitely buy the IM5 long range or performance.

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  13. @matobi91 Avatar
    @matobi91

    Currently have the seal, about 6 months into 3yr NHS lease, I will defiantly be considering the IM5 for the next car! (but plenty to come in the next 2 years!)

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  14. @jetvdna5449 Avatar
    @jetvdna5449

    I like both of them and I have BYD Seal🎉

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  15. @Popdog76 Avatar
    @Popdog76

    Only problem MG dealers are poor and when things go wrong the service can be shocking. But I hope they improve this and then I would consider one as I enjoyed the MG4

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    1. @Missy1gonk Avatar
      @Missy1gonk

      I guess I’m lucky. My local MG dealer is brilliant.

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  16. @Foucault2001 Avatar
    @Foucault2001

    While the may priced similar to the Tesla models 3 and Y, the IM5 and IM6 are bigger and closer to the model S and X in size. One of the reasons that the IM cars are so quiet is they have active noise cancellation. This isn’t something new (Mercedes EQ cars have had it for a bit) but it’s nice to see it included in the price. What I don’t know is if it can be switched off for those who can’t get on with ANC.

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  17. @thobekanikhoza4038 Avatar
    @thobekanikhoza4038

    The chemistry you ladies have, really makes the show electrifying. I enjoy this every time!

    Reply
    1. @Commentariat-t1f Avatar
      @Commentariat-t1f

      Really? Two dumpy Brits, reading off bland and predictable scripts – and talking about “eyeliner flicks” and “aerodynamicness”?

      Reply
  18. @stargazer3828 Avatar
    @stargazer3828

    Well at least you have Chinese EV options in the UK unlike those of us in the US who are going back in time to fossil fueled vehicles based on our current administration’s “deals” with big oil!

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    1. @shabs2134 Avatar
      @shabs2134

      What’s with the hyperbole? There’s plenty of electric options in America.

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  19. @BaileyJames-zv2ddd Avatar
    @BaileyJames-zv2ddd

    Why I prefer TSLA is that they are better placed to maintain long term growth potential, and provide a platform for other tech companies. I know someone who has made more than 200% from TSLA

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    1. @JANICERHANSEN Avatar
      @JANICERHANSEN

      I bought into TSLA around December because my financial advisor recommended it to me. She said the company is selling shovels in a gold rush. It accounted for almost 80% of my green market return last year

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    2. @CoreyLloyd710 Avatar
      @CoreyLloyd710

      That’s a great analogy and I love the insight. Professionals could make a really big difference in investing, and I think everyone should have one. There are aspects of market trend that is difficult for the untrained eyes to see

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      @MichaelVrooman8n

      One of my goals is to employ the service of one this year. Could you recommend who it is you work with?

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      @CoreyLloyd710

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      @MichaelVrooman8n

      I looked up her name online and found her page. I emailed and made an appointment to talk with her. Thanks for the help

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  20. @urbanstrencan Avatar
    @urbanstrencan

    SIAC and their MG did a really superb job with this IM5 and IM6. For me, the IM5 is the one to get; I simply love the looks (maybe just front lights could be a little bit sharper). The tech is next level, and the 800V platform is a big plus. I love the fact that almost everything is standard 🙂 IM6 definitely gives me Model Y vibes; you can see where they got inspiration 😉 I just hope that the driving dynamics of the IM5 match how good it looks and its power. Also, I really hope MG brings us that awesome MG Cyber GTS concept.
    This is how Tesla should update the Model 3 and Y, to have an 800V platform, better interior, etc.
    MG really stepped up, and I think it’s just surpassed competition like BYD Seal, Model 3, …

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