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MG IM6 vs Smart #5
Selected trim100 Long RangeChange trim388 mi · 100 kWh · £47,995
At a glance
In this comparison, MG IM6 leads on motorway range, charging speed and city driving, while the Smart #5 leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MG IM6 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Smart #5 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MG IM6 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueSmart
MG
5.8
Smart
6.4
Motorway RangeMG
MG
6
Smart
2.7
FamilySmart
MG
5.1
Smart
9
ChargingMG
MG
9.1
Smart
5
City DrivingMG
MG
3.7
Smart
3.2
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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MG IM6
Smart #5
Length
MG IM64,904mm
Smart #54,695mm-209mm
Width
MG IM61,988mm
Smart #51,920mm-68mm
Height
MG IM61,669mm-36mm
Smart #51,705mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | MG IM6100 Long Range | Smart #5Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,904 mm | 4,695 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,988 mm | 1,920 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,190 mm | 2,169 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,669 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 412 mm spare | 480 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
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How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
MG IM6
- 388 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,904 mm, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 396 kW, faster than 100% of SUVs in our catalogue.
Smart #5
- Boot space of 630 L is bigger than 90% of SUVs we track.
- One of 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  MG IM6 100 Long Range |  Smart #5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.90m | 4.70m-209mm |
| Width | 1.99m | 1.92m-68mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | 2.17m-21mm |
| Height | 1.67m | 1.71m+36mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.95m | 2.90m-50mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 190mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 665L (better) | 630L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1640L (better) | 1530L |
| Frunk | 32L | 47L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.18m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,320kg | 2,200kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500kg | 1,600kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 100kWh (better) | 76kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 388 mi (better) | 288 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 396kW (better) | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £47,995 | £39,800 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2025+ |
* MG IM6: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | MG IM6100 Long Range | Smart #5Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 388 miles (better) | 288 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 275 miles (better) | 202 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 17 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 396 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 182 Wh/km (better) | 185 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 96.5 kWh (better) | 76 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
| Heat pump | Standard (better) | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
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MG IM6
100 Long Range
Smart #5
Pro
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MG IM6
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - MG IM6 100 Long Range
MG IM6 100 Long Range
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - Smart #5 Pro
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users84%
Safety Assist92%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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Buying options
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MG IM6
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Smart #5
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Live used listings
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MG IM6
- £35,4582026Car360View
- £34,9902026Cars2View
- £35,2902025Cars2View
Smart #5
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the MG IM6 worth the extra £8,195 over the Smart #5?
The MG IM6 costs £8,195 more than the Smart #5. For that premium it adds 101 miles more WLTP range, 246 kW faster peak rapid charging and 50 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MG IM6 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MG IM6 or the Smart #5?
The Smart #5 is £8,195 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £200 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Smart #5 comes out roughly £8,195 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the MG IM6 and Smart #5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 275 miles for the MG IM6 and 202 miles for the Smart #5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The MG IM6 goes roughly 73 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 17 minutes in the MG IM6 and 30 in the Smart #5, so the MG IM6 loses less time at each stop. That makes the MG IM6 the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MG IM6 or the Smart #5?
The Smart #5 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 68 mm narrower than the MG IM6. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 480 mm of total clearance for the Smart #5 and about 412 mm of total clearance for the MG IM6.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MG IM6 or the Smart #5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the MG IM6 and 90% for the Smart #5. That gives the Smart #5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Smart #5's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the MG IM6's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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