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MG IM6 vs Tesla Model Y
Two electric SUVs at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The MG IM6 is £495 cheaper than the Tesla Model Y (£48,495 against £48,990).
- The MG IM6 goes further: about 310 miles against 285 in typical real-world driving.
- The MG IM6 charges faster from 10% to 80%: about 17 minutes against 36.
- The Tesla Model Y is more efficient (3.8 against 3.1 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Tesla Model Y has the bigger boot: 971 litres against 697.
Side by side
| MG IM6 Long Range | Tesla Model Y Premium RWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £48,495 | £48,990 |
| Real-world range | 310 mi | 285 mi |
| Official WLTP range | – | – |
| Cold motorway range | 215 mi | 205 mi |
| Efficiency | 3.1 mi/kWh | 3.8 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 96.5 kWh | 74 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 396 kW | up to 250 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 17 min | 36 min |
| AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Boot | 697 L | 971 L |
| Towing (braked) | – | 1,600 kg |
| Length | 4,904 mm | 4,790 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 5.4 s | 5.6 s |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
| V2L | Yes | No |
| Electric Car Grant | Not listed | Not listed |
| Brand warranty | 7 years | 4 years |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: MG IM6 Long Range and Tesla Model Y Premium RWD. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the MG IM6 or the Tesla Model Y?
The MG IM6 is £495 cheaper than the Tesla Model Y (£48,495 against £48,990).
Which has the longer range, the MG IM6 or the Tesla Model Y?
The MG IM6 goes further: about 310 miles against 285 in typical real-world driving.
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