USA EV Comparison: MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh vs Volkswagen ID.4 Pro
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) has a starting price of $45095, while the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $45095 |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $26127 |
| GCC Score | 5.5 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...).
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 291 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 211 mi | 355 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 180 mi | 289 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 49 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 47.1 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 26.2 kWh/100 mi | 26.6 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.82 mi/kWh | 3.75 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6 | 8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...) maxes out at 120 kW.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (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.
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 3.9 | 6.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 125 kW | 210 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 168 hp | 282 hp |
| Motor Torque | 184 lb-ft | 402 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7.7 s | 6.4 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 111 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.2 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (2024-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 176.2 in | 180.5 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 82.4 in | 83 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 72.8 in | 72.9 in |
| Height | 63.8 in | 64.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 109.1 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (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.4 Pro (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...).
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh | Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4585 lb | 4601 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 16 ft3 | 30.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 50.9 ft3 | 64.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1102 lb | 2200 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 6.8 |
