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Three things about the MG5 that we’re not fond of – Test Drive

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Recently, this writer had the opportunity to test drive the B-segment sedan that has been a hot topic of conversation among netizens for the past few months: the MG5.

To be honest, this writer didn’t have high expectations for the MG5, especially given the somewhat serious safety issues that have surrounded it.

However, after driving it for approximately 800 km from Kuala Lumpur to Desaru and back, this writer found that the car has its own advantages and is worth considering if you are in the market for a B-segment sedan.

That said, during the test drive session, this writer also encountered three less-than-ideal aspects of this car:

Rear Lights

Personally, this writer quite like the design of the front of the MG5, which resembles the Maserati Quattroporte or Ghibli. The coupe-like roof design lends the sedan an appealing side profile, though the 17-inch ‘Tomahawk’ alloy wheels appear somewhat small for a car of its size.

From the back, the wide hips (which are visible from the side mirrors) give the MG5 a solid and stable stance on the road.

However, this writer is not fond of the rear light design, which seems to be a clear imitation of Peugeot’s styling. They are not unattractive, but for some reason, the rear lights take the shine off the overall appearance of the car.

Ergonomic and visibility

Inside, the buttons and touchscreen are placed in a position that is easy to reach and directed towards the driver. However, due to the steering wheel lacking telescopic adjustment and the seat height being non-adjustable, this writer had to take some time to find the most ergonomic driving position before setting off.

Furthermore, this writer experienced some difficulty seeing traffic conditions through the rear-view mirror, as the coupe roof makes the rear window quite small. This issue is exacerbated by the three headrests in the back seats, which are rather high.

Air conditioning system

For a car priced at RM87,000 (after discounts), this writer believes the level of features included in the MG5 is fairly decent and capable of meeting customer needs.

However, this writer wasn’t keen on the fact that the fan speed for the air conditioning can only be adjusted via the touchscreen. Additionally, there is only one air vent for the rear passengers. This isn’t a problem for those with just one child, but for families with two or three children, it might lead to some competition for airflow.

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