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Used MG: which models are reliable?

The 11 MG models analysed on Quelle Occasion, ranked from most to least recommended based on their sourced faults, prices and real cost.

models analysed
11
Average reliability
4.3/5
documented faults
14
Prices from
€14,000

Average reliability is the mean score of the models analysed on this site, not a rating of the whole brand: it changes with every new guide.

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Key facts

  • Most reliable

    MG Marvel R I

    Good choice, check first4.5/5

  • Least reliable

    MG MG3 III

    Good choice, check first4.0/5

  • Cheapest to buy

    MG ZS I

    Good choice, check firstfrom €14,000

  • Cheapest to run

    MG MG5 I

    Buy with care≈ €339/month

Used MG ranking

11 results

  1. Good choice, check first

    Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0

    MG Marvel R

    2021–2024 · Electric

    Estimated monthly cost
    €419/month
    See the guide : MG Marvel R
  2. Good choice, check first

    Photo: © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de

    MG MG4 Electric

    since 2022 · Electric

    Estimated monthly cost
    €547/month
    See the guide : MG MG4 Electric
  3. Good choice, check first

    Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0

    MG ZS

    2017–2024 · Petrol, Electric

    Estimated monthly cost
    €428/month
    See the guide : MG ZS
  4. Good choice, check first

    Photo: JustAnotherCarDesigner, CC0

    MG Cyberster

    since 2024 · Electric

    Estimated monthly cost
    €772/month
    See the guide : MG Cyberster
  5. Good choice, check first

    Photo: LuvsMG481, CC BY-SA 4.0

    MG MG3

    since 2024 · Hybrid

    Estimated monthly cost
    €408/month
    See the guide : MG MG3
  6. Buy with care

    Photo: Ogidya, CC BY-SA 4.0

    MG MG5

    since 2022 · Electric

    Estimated monthly cost
    €339/month
    See the guide : MG MG5
  7. Buy with care

    Photo: S5A-0043, CC BY 4.0

    MG S5 EV

    since 2025 · Electric

    Estimated monthly cost
    €431/month
    See the guide : MG S5 EV
  8. Buy with care

    Photo: © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de

    MG ZS

    since 2024 · Hybrid

    Estimated monthly cost
    €475/month
    See the guide : MG ZS

Frequently asked questions

What is the most reliable used MG?

Among the models we analysed, the MG Marvel R I has the best reliability score: 4.5/5, calculated from its known, sourced faults.

Which used MG models should you avoid?

No model we analysed is rated "Avoid" or "Poor reliability". The lowest score is the MG MG3 III (4.0/5): check its known faults before buying.

Which used MG should you buy on a small budget?

The MG ZS I is the cheapest to buy among the models we analysed: from €14,000 according to our price surveys. The lowest all-in monthly cost is the MG MG5 I: about €339 per month at 12,000 km a year.

Before you buy: check and equip

Check the history

Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.

Read fault codes

An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.

Parts and maintenance

Compare prices of parts for the MG (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.

Insure the car

Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.

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