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Here is the requested summary of the YouTube video:The MG IM5 is being reviewed as a possible competitor to the Tesla Model 3. The IM5 is longer than the Model 3 by about 20 centimeters. It’s not much shorter than the Tesla Model S or the BMW i5, placing it in a class above.
The longer car provides lots of legroom in the back, though the high floor forces knees up. The high floor and reduced room for feet under the front seats can make the seating position a bit uncomfortable. The fixed glass roof makes the interior feel airy. Rear seats can recline slightly for more laid-back seating and slightly more headroom. All versions come with thick, shag-pile carpets. Magnet backs on front seats for potential phone/tablet attachments are included as well as a magnet on the floor of the boot for smaller items.
Official boot space is larger than the BYD Seal but not as big as the Tesla Model 3. The car has more under-bonnet storage than the Tesla, but the Tesla has more cargo room due to a huge well under the trunk. It’s also worth noting the car is a hatchback with a bigger opening than the Model 3. The rear seats can fold down to carry more luggage.
There are good charging aspects to note. The long-range and performance versions have an 800-volt electrical architecture, accepting a 396kW peak charge, making for a 10% to 80% charge in only 17 minutes. Entry-level standard range has a 400-volt architecture. This enables a smaller capacity (73.5 kWh) with 306 mile range. It takes 26 minutes for a 10% to 80% charge. There is a 96.5 kWh NMC battery in the long range, that boosts the range to 441.
Exterior color choices include free white or £545 for Nevis Blue, Rembrandt Gray, or Black Pearl. Interior colors are Grey and White.
The review describes a relatively upscale interior; the plastic dashboard has leather-like trimming and build quality.
It is generally thought, the new car handles well in comparison with other electric cars of the type, that grips well and feels light on its feet. The steering is quick and relatively precise. The steering feels artificial, though, in the way it returns to center. There is some road noise during drives over bumpy surfaces. The car is relatively quiet with double-glazed side windows and active noise cancellation, with interior volume reduced by up to 12 decibels.
The curb-side driving features are excellent, especially if you are a nervous Parker. You can select “curb side”, and the car should sort out the parking job itself!
The entry-level standard range model costs £39,450 (a bit cheaper than the Model 3), avoiding luxury car tax in the UK, although not eligible for the electric car grant. Long range is priced at £44,995, with the Performance trim going for another £3,500.
