Verdict
The MG S5 costs RM104,468, RM9,332 less than the Nissan Kicks e-Power, yet brings a 49 kWh battery, 340 km EV range and 120 kW DC charging. Its 168 hp motor also cuts the 0-100 km/h time to 7.0 seconds, against 9.5 seconds. The Nissan counters with 280 Nm versus 250 Nm, a 41-litre fuel tank and RM85 annual road tax. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge, the MG’s larger cabin, 453-litre boot and longer 7-year/150,000 km warranty make the stronger case.
Pick the MG S5 if you can charge regularly and want 340 km of EV range, faster 7.0-second acceleration and more cabin space for less money.
Pick the Nissan Kicks e-Power if you prefer its petrol hybrid/REV set-up, 41-litre fuel tank and stronger 280 Nm motor torque.
Key differences
- Price: MG S5 RM104,468; Nissan Kicks e-Power RM113,800.
- Motor output: MG S5 168 hp and 250 Nm; Nissan Kicks e-Power 136 hp and 280 Nm.
- Battery capacity: MG S5 49 kWh; Nissan Kicks e-Power 2.1 kWh.
- 0-100 km/h: MG S5 7.0 seconds; Nissan Kicks e-Power 9.5 seconds.
- Boot space: MG S5 453 litres; Nissan Kicks e-Power 423 litres.
- Warranty: MG S5 7 years/150,000 km; Nissan Kicks e-Power 5 years/100,000 km.
S5
- 340 km EV range with 120 kW DC charging.
- Faster 7.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Rear air-con vents, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.
- Higher annual road tax: RM120 versus RM85.
- Lower motor torque: 250 Nm versus 280 Nm.
- No front foglamps, alarm or immobiliser listed.
Kicks e-Power
- 280 Nm motor torque and a 41-litre fuel tank.
- Front foglamps, alarm and immobiliser are fitted.
- Lower RM85 annual road tax.
- Costs RM9,332 more.
- Slower 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Smaller 423-litre boot and shorter 5-year/100,000 km warranty.
What the S5 has over the Kicks e-Power
What the Kicks e-Power has over the S5
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The S5's wheelbase is 57 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the S5: 453 litres against 423.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM104,468✓ | RM113,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM85✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,065/mo✓ | RM1,160/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,964✓ | RM3,207 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,281 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.40 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM21,823 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 7.0 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 30 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,198 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 82 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 103 Nm at 4,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 78 mm × 83.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 168 hp✓ | 136 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 49 kWh✓ | 2.1 kWh |
| EV Range | 340 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 120 kW | — |
| V2L | 2.5 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.0 seconds✓ | 9.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 21.7 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,476 mm | 4,384 mm |
| Width | 1,849 mm | 1,813 mm |
| Height | 1,621 mm | 1,610 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm | 2,673 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 41 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 453 litres✓ | 423 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005 | Yokohama BluEarth E70 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 24 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 16 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Fabric; Six-way Manual Driver Seat, Four-way Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 1 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6 Speakers | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Battery pack 8-yr/180,000 km; motor control unit 8-yr/160,000 km | 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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S5 vs Kicks e-Power FAQ
Is the MG S5 or Nissan Kicks e-Power better?
The MG S5 is the better buy for drivers with charging access: it is cheaper, has 340 km EV range, reaches 100 km/h 2.5 seconds sooner and carries more luggage. Choose the Kicks e-Power for its petrol hybrid/REV format, 41-litre tank and 280 Nm torque.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Kicks e-Power costs RM9,332 more than the MG S5. The MG also has the longer vehicle warranty, at seven years or 150,000 km against five years or 100,000 km.
Which has the larger boot and cabin footprint?
The MG S5 has the larger 453-litre boot, versus 423 litres in the Kicks e-Power. It is also longer at 4,476 mm versus 4,384 mm, wider at 1,849 mm versus 1,813 mm and has a 2,730 mm wheelbase versus 2,673 mm.
How long does charging take?
The S5's 49.0 kWh battery takes about 7.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 30 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 120 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The S5 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Kicks e-Power is fully imported (CBU) from Thailand. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.