
These days, consumers are more aware of what they want in a car. It’s not enough for it to look good; today, vehicles have to satisfy our need to stay connected and safe on the road. In the past decade, we’ve seen the rise of bigger screens, more airbags, more driver assists, and better cabin amenities, all working seamlessly (some more than others) in the background to offer a comprehensive driving experience. Usually, cars that are comprehensively equipped are also comprehensively pricey, but that’s not the case anymore. In the case of MG, the 2019 RX5 offers compact crossover SUV benefits for less money, and that’s definitely worth taking a second look.
In this article, we’ll be talking about the technology and safety package that comes with every RX5. While the MG RX5 scored decently in our review, it definitely pulled some good punches in specific categories, staying slightly above par or even surpassing its contemporaries in more ways than one.
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When it comes to in-car technology and making our driving lives every bit more bearable, MG has been consistently impressive with their models, and the RX5 is no exception. Offering an eight inch touchscreen infotainment system with six speakers across all variants is just the start, and Apple CarPlay is standard, too. LED daytime running lamps and projector headlights are also on every RX5. Your steering wheel with audio controls also gets tilting and telescope adjustment, and an electronic parking brake is thrown in for modernity. Oh, a reverse camera aided by rear parking sensors are also standard, as are the engine immobilizer, alarm system, speed sensing door locks, and power foldable mirrors.
The climate control is manual, despite it looking like an automatic unit, the rear seats also get their own vents, but the quirk of not seeing your settings for the aircon at a glance might bother some people. There’s only one USB port in the RX5, however, but there are 12V sockets at the front and in the trunk of this compact crossover SUV. You also have an illuminated and cooling glovebox to keep snacks or drinks cool, and, if you opt for the AT Style variant, you get the added bonus of cruise control, keyless door access, and push button start.
Safety; a hit and a miss

My biggest issue with the MG RX5 is the fact that both available trims only come with two front airbags. The similarly priced, but smaller MG 6 Trophy comes with six airbags in total, making the RX5 fall flat in the airbag category. Maybe we’ll be receiving a better spec soon?

Moving forward, the RX5 does come with ISOFIX mounting points and your usual ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution. Stepping up to the highest trim nets you even more safety goodies that come in the form of hill descent control, stability control, cornering brake control, anti-roll protection, hill start assist, and a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). An excellent package in the passive safety department, just for an additional P170,000, above any other competitors at this price range. Well worth every peso, in our eyes. Remember, there was a time that such safety features would be reserved for much more expensive or premium vehicles, and the MG RX5 has these in spades.
Specifications
Engine
1.5 LFuel Type
GasolinePerformance
167 hp @ 5,600 rpmTransmission
Automatic-
Summary
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Name MG RX5 Style AT Body Type Crossover Price ₱1,228,888 Transmission Type Automatic -
Engine
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Engine Size 1.5 L Displacement 1,498 cc Number of Cylinders 4 Number of Valves 16 Transmission Category 7-Speed DCT with Manual Tiptronic -
Performance
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Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive Max Output (HP) 167 hp @ 5,600 rpm Max Torque (nm) 250 Nm @ 1,700 rpm Acceleration Rate n/a Top Speed n/a -
Economy & Environment
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Fuel Type Gasoline CO2 Emission n/a Fuel Capacity 55 L Fuel Consumption n/a Range n/a -
Dimensions
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Length 4,545 mm Width 1,855 mm Height 1,719 mm Wheelbase 2,700 mm Turning Circle 11.8 m Ground Clearance 175 mm Wading Depth 41 cm Trunk Capacity 595 L Max Cargo 1,639 L Number of Doors 5 Number of Seats 5 -
Safety & Security
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Driver's Airbag Front Passenger's Airbag Side Airbags Curtain Airbags Knee Airbag Auto Brake System Electronic Brake Distribution Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) With Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Immobilizer Security Alarm Stability Control Electronic Door Locks Speed Sensing Door Locks ISOFIX Lane Departure Warning System Blind-Spot Detection System -
Features
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Cruise Control Front Parking Sensors Rear Parking Sensors Leather Upholstery Push Start Button Wheel Size 18 in Wheels Metal Type Alloy Airconditioning System Electronic Temperature Control Entertainment System 8-inch touchscreen with CD, MP3, and Apple CarPlay compatibility via 6 speakers Connectivity Bluetooth and USB Navigation Ready Warranty 5 Years (100,000 km) Keyless Entry Roof Rack Sunroof Electric Adjustable Seats Power Steering Power Windows Power Outlet Steering Wheel Audio Control -
Technology
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Active Park Assist Hill Start Assist AWD Modes n/a Tire Pressure Monitoring Heads-up Display Power Liftgate Start-stop System
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