MG MG5 Electric Long Range vs Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer Gen 1

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General Info

While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Wagon.

Property MG MG5 Electric Long Range Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer Gen 1
Years of Production 2022-… 2023-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture China Germany
Body Style Wagon Wagon
Market Availability EU EU
GCC Score 6 5.8

Range and Efficiency

Even though the MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) has a larger battery, the Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Property MG MG5 Electric Long Range Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer Gen 1
Range (WLTP) 249 mi 257 mi
Range (GCC) 212 mi 218 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 61.1 kWh 54 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 57.4 kWh 50.8 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 27.1 kWh/100 mi 23.3 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.69 mi/kWh 4.29 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.5 7.4

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) maxes out at 87 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Property MG MG5 Electric Long Range Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer Gen 1
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 87 kW 100 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 5.6 5.5

Performance

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

Both cars offer the same motor power, but the MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

Property MG MG5 Electric Long Range Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer Gen 1
Drive Type FWD FWD
Motor Type 1 motor: PMSM 1 motor: PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 115 kW 115 kW
Motor Power (hp) 154 hp 154 hp
Motor Torque 207 lb-ft 199 lb-ft
0-60 mph 7.4 s 8.9 s
Top Speed 115 mph 104 mph
Performance Score 3.6 3.1

Dimensions

The Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer (2023-…) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) stands taller for a more elevated driving position. Despite these differences, their lengths are nearly identical.

The Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property MG MG5 Electric Long Range Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer Gen 1
Length 181.1 in 182.9 in
Width (with Mirrors) 81.1 in 81.2 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 71.6 in 73.2 in
Height 60.7 in 58 in
Wheelbase 104.7 in 107.6 in

Cargo and Towing

The Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer (2023-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

The MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1102 lb, whereas the Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property MG MG5 Electric Long Range Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer Gen 1
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 3609 lb 3880 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 16.9 ft3 18.2 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 48.3 ft3 54.1 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 1102 lb - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 6.1 5.6
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