Global EV Comparison: MG IM5 Long Range vs Mercedes EQS 450+
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) has a starting price of €51900, compared to the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…), which starts at €109551.
The MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) is a Liftback, whereas the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | MG IM5 Long Range | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany, India |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €51900 | €109551 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €89900 |
| GCC Score | 7.6 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...).
| Property | MG IM5 Long Range | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 628 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 710 km | 821 km |
| Range (GCC) | 604 km | 636 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 125 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 96.5 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16 kWh/100 km | 18.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.26 km/kWh | 5.39 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.5 | 8.8 |
Charging
The MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 369 kW, while the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) maxes out at 200 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | MG IM5 Long Range | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 369 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.6 | 7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | MG IM5 Long Range | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 265 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 355 hp |
| Motor Torque | 500 Nm | 568 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 s | 6.2 s |
| Top Speed | 220 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.7 | 5.4 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...).
The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | MG IM5 Long Range | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4931 mm | 5223 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2125 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 1926 mm |
| Height | 1474 mm | 1518 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...), but the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the MG IM5 Long Range (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | MG IM5 Long Range | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2210 kg | 2515 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 457 l | 620 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 1700 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 18 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.2 | 6.4 |
