MG RX5 2018 UAE Prices & Specs

The new-for-2018 MG RX5 compact crossover is the latest entry in the Chinese-British brand’s march towards relevance in the mainstream GCC market. There will be a choice of two well-equipped trims with two available powertrains, namely a 1.5-litre with a 7-speed automatic and a 2.0-litre with a 6-speed automatic, both turbocharged. The front-wheel-drive MG RX5 is available with LED headlamps, two-tone 18-inch rims, high-quality cabin finish including soft-touch surfaces, opening panoramic sunroof, adjustable fold-flat rear seats with split/fold function, power tailgate, keyless entry, a start button and an auto-hold brake function. A remote smart app allows the driver to operate vehicle functions such as remote start and stop air conditioning, vehicle tracking and aftersales appointments, even reminding owners of the services needed for the car. There is a 10.4-inch high-definition infotainment touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and navigation on the 2.0T version and an 8-inch colour navigation system for 1.5T models. The MG RX5 comes with standard ESP and traction control, a curving braking control system and more. Passive safety features include a strengthened body structure that uses thermal formed steel, multiple airbags, automatic unlocking in the event of a collision and a collapsible steering column, all of which has helped the MG RX5 earn a 5-star rating in the Chinese C-NCAP crash tests.