MG Motor’s IM5 And MGS5 EV Named ANCAP Top Performers 2025
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MG Motor Australia has just had the sort of day that makes company boardrooms do a little happy dance. Its IM5 sedan and MGS5 EV have been named ANCAP Safety Top Performers for 2025, grabbing the top safety spots in the Large Car and Small SUV categories. In plain English: these are cars you would happily trust with your loved ones and your ego.
Why This Matters
ANCAP doesn’t hand out trophies for pretty paint or charming cup holders. Its Top Performer tags are earned through rigorous testing across four key areas: adult occupant protection, child occupant protection, vulnerable road user protection and safety assist systems. These awards are a yardstick for the safest vehicles you can buy in Australia right now. For MG, which has been pushing tech and value hard in recent years, this recognition is proof that safety has been taken seriously and not outsourced to a marketing memo.
How The IM5 And MGS5 EV Performed
The IM5, the brand’s new sedan aimed at the smarter end of the market, scored very respectably: adult occupant protection 89 percent, child occupant protection 91 percent, vulnerable road user protection 85 percent and safety assist 79 percent. The MGS5 EV, MG’s small SUV with an electric heart and big ambitions, posted adult occupant protection 90 percent, child occupant protection 86 percent, vulnerable road user protection 82 percent and safety assist 79 percent. Those figures put both cars firmly among the best in their classes.
What’s Under The Skin
The IM5 is built on a digitally controlled chassis that centralises steering, braking, suspension and electric drive into a cohesive whole. That translates into four-wheel steering for a tighter turning circle at low speeds and greater stability at speed, which helps when you need to avoid trouble quickly. Its architecture mixes AI-enhanced systems with traditional engineering, delivering a premium-feel drive and strong safety credentials without demanding a premium price tag.
The MGS5 EV blends electric drive with competent handling and decent range. It’s aimed at drivers who want zero-emission motoring without surrendering driver engagement or usable practicality. The safety scores reflect careful engineering rather than happy accidents; MG has packed the MGS5 EV with the active and passive tech you would expect in a class-leading small SUV.
Aftercare And The Bigger Picture
Both models are supported by MG’s national dealer network and come with a long warranty when maintained at approved outlets, which makes them easier to live with over time. Beyond these two winners, MG’s Australian line-up already includes several ANCAP 5-star rated models, from compact hatchbacks to electric cars and larger SUVs. The message is clear: safety and value are no longer mutually exclusive.
In short, these ANCAP Top Performer awards move MG further away from bargain-basement stereotypes and closer to a maker that manages to combine thoughtful safety, modern tech and keen pricing. You might still laugh at the badge on a first look, but your family will thank you later.
Zachary Skinner is the editor of TechDrivePlay.com, where tech, cars and adventure share the fast lane.
A former snowboarding pro and programmer, he brings both creative flair and technical know-how to his reviews. From high-performance cars to clever gadgets, he explores how innovation shapes the way we move, connect and live.
