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NEW MG S6 vs Smart #5 vs Citroen e-C5 Aircross review – what’s the BEST electric SUV?

In this new MG S6 vs Smart # 5 vs Citroen e-C5 Aircross review we drive 350 miles from London to Lille (and back) to find out what these three brand brand-new electrical SUVs have to offer.

We evaluate their real-world varieties and charging speeds and inform you precisely how much they will cost to run if you're looking to purchase one. But which one is best? See to find out.

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Video chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:23 Meet the vehicles
5:23 Le Shuttle to France
7:15 Lille & the Christmas market
9:15 e-C5 Aircross interior
14:54 MG S6 interior
20:48 Smart # 5 interior
29:23 Christmas tree shopping
30:32 The boots
34:08 Driving impressions
38:37 Costs & verdict

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35 responses to “NEW MG S6 vs Smart #5 vs Citroen e-C5 Aircross review – what’s the BEST electric SUV?”

  1. @jonathanfgh1 Avatar
    @jonathanfgh1

    The SMART looks like a Nissan CUBE …..

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  2. @kamadoking01 Avatar
    @kamadoking01

    Try not to crash em boys

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    1. @DanRyzESPUK Avatar
      @DanRyzESPUK

      Mercedes was to blame.

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  3. @teslabot6517 Avatar
    @teslabot6517

    Love u guys!
    From Australia.

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  4. @AL-ib3lu Avatar
    @AL-ib3lu

    I love your reviews apart from one consistent issue, you always use the list price and ignore reality. The MG S6 Trophy LR appears to be available for £31,995 which surely changes everything?
    Btw I love how you have made the Christmas office party tax deductable 🎅🎄

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    1. @AdamYeo-o9l Avatar
      @AdamYeo-o9l

      Isn’t list price that decides road tax? Ie over 40k?

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    2. @AL-ib3lu Avatar
      @AL-ib3lu

      ​@AdamYeo-o9lIt is, I am not saying ignore the list price but mention the actual price at the time of filming. Btw from April the luxury car tax will only apply to cars above £50k.

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    3. @AuntieBuddie Avatar
      @AuntieBuddie

      I think finding the actual price may be quite tricky, so list price, like wltp, is better for direct comparison?🤔

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    4. @chrispenn715 Avatar
      @chrispenn715

      ​@AuntieBuddieyes – discounts do vary but some indication might be helpful – testers (Inc what car) often mention this in tests and some cars attract large discounts which make a big difference…

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  5. @adriancarey7848 Avatar
    @adriancarey7848

    Merry Christmas

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  6. @colinharvey1049 Avatar
    @colinharvey1049

    Appreciate these real world reviews.

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  7. @nathanwolf5547 Avatar
    @nathanwolf5547

    We really need a massive public pressure campaign to bring the cost of charging down.

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    1. @alancobbin Avatar
      @alancobbin

      Relying on overseas energy?not a chance!

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    2. @michaeldendulk2230 Avatar
      @michaeldendulk2230

      @alancobbin could easily be done still. Domestic rates are around 30p/kW, even at the nighttime EV rate of 7p/kW electricity companies are still making a small margin on wholesale pricing. Most EU countries have considerably cheaper charging rates than the UK and we’d need to get the cost down to 50p/kW to make EV charging the same price or cheaper than filling up on petrol (basing my maths on 40 mpg at non-motorway petrol pricing). Seems very achievable to me, with a bit of proper regulation…

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    3. @justyouraverageguy9109 Avatar
      @justyouraverageguy9109

      The gov is instead doing the opposite, applying an EV mileage tax!

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    4. @michaelkilbride2927 Avatar
      @michaelkilbride2927

      Just buy a petrol why put your self true all that stress don’t comply the eu has removed its ice ban if you don’t buy a ev your country will have to do the same

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    5. @michaelkilbride2927 Avatar
      @michaelkilbride2927

      ​@justyouraverageguy9109 but if you dont buy a ev you will make it harder from them dont comply no ev no mileage tax

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  8. @irfanraza3797 Avatar
    @irfanraza3797

    Really liking the recent videos with this trio of presenters!

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  9. @deurkl Avatar
    @deurkl

    Here’s an idea: measure the noise level with a dB meter for each car. They’re pretty cheap nowadays.

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    1. @vgstb Avatar
      @vgstb

      Or better still, they have each a smart phone, which is more than accurate enough for this kind of test.

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  10. @denisripley8699 Avatar
    @denisripley8699

    ‘Scratchy Plastics’.. Love it ! Drove the original 2 door Range Rover all over Britain, Ireland and France (and CI) for work in ’70’s. Hard plastics everywhere, rubber mats, really comfortable plastic seats. Used a hose pipe on it to wash away any interior mud and dirt. Proper steel Rostyle wheels were more durable too.

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  11. @peterjackson846 Avatar
    @peterjackson846

    Nice to see that Le Shuttle gave you ‘Leg room’ 🤣 Normally there’s almost not enough room to open rear hatch / boot

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  12. @JuliusFawcett Avatar
    @JuliusFawcett

    Public chargers are soooo spenny

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  13. @andys5841 Avatar
    @andys5841

    Congratulations on not driving into each other 👍

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  14. @lasse007 Avatar
    @lasse007

    Love the reviews you guys make!
    And the new member of the team is a great addition, love the natural dynamics of the group

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  15. @chrispenn715 Avatar
    @chrispenn715

    These tests are getting much better – good to see the costs / range analysis done so comprehensively. Also good to see the Citroen being competitive too – well done Stellantis (about time!). Personally, I think the Smart interior colour scheme looks awful – perhaps the other options look better…..

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  16. @AuntieBuddie Avatar
    @AuntieBuddie

    We always enjoy these videos, so k keep them coming. Just o one point needs mentioning – the insurance rating/range for the cars you test would be useful.

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  17. @stevechilvers1322 Avatar
    @stevechilvers1322

    Another comprehensive video from you guys. Really liking these long trip tests & your round up at the end. ALL very useful for anyone thinking of buying an electric vehicle anytime soon. Looking forward to your next 3 car test, could you include some insurance prices for each car, as this will also have a bearing on the purchase. Keep up the good work & a Merry Christmas to you all.

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  18. @Ribeirasacra Avatar
    @Ribeirasacra

    I am disappointed that there was no brake test😉
    On serious note I do not understand why is it considered a good bit of design when you have a compartment for the cables down under the boot floor. If the car is used for say vacation then unloading all of that luggage to charge the batteries will be a PITA

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  19. @timoliver8940 Avatar
    @timoliver8940

    I didn’t hear any mention of a heat pump being standard issue or an expensive optional extra.

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    1. @thejfg7741 Avatar
      @thejfg7741

      Heat Pumps don’t make any difference in a modern EV

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    2. @Xerxesro1 Avatar
      @Xerxesro1

      @thejfg7741 LOOOOL

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    3. @thejfg7741 Avatar
      @thejfg7741

      @Xerxesro1Heat Pumps have little impact on a modern EV

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    4. @Xerxesro1 Avatar
      @Xerxesro1

      @thejfg7741 ok dude 😅

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  20. @enthusiastsofbritishmotors Avatar
    @enthusiastsofbritishmotors

    Very enjoyable and informative video – thanks guys. Also great that in John you have at last found a 3rd presenter who complements Doug and Will very nicely whilst having his own amusing personality – more of John in future videos please.

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