USA EV Comparison: MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh vs Volkswagen ID.5 Pure

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

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 145 kW, while the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...) maxes out at 120 kW.

The Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...) is limited to 6.6 kW.

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

Both cars offer the same motor power, but the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

The Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) 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 Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...).