Global EV Comparison: MG IM5 Performance vs Porsche Taycan GTS
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) has a starting price of €55900, compared to the Porsche Taycan GTS (2024-...), which starts at €147700.
The MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) is a Liftback, whereas the Porsche Taycan GTS (2024-...) is a Sedan.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Porsche Taycan GTS |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €55900 | €147700 |
| GCC Score | 7.5 | 7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Porsche Taycan GTS (2024-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG IM5 Performance (2025-...).
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Porsche Taycan GTS |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 575 km | 628 km |
| Range (GCC) | 489 km | 515 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 105 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 96.5 kWh | 97 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km | 18.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.07 km/kWh | 5.31 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.4 | 8 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.
The MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 369 kW, while the Porsche Taycan GTS (2024-...) maxes out at 320 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Porsche Taycan GTS |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 369 kW | 320 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.6 | 8.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Porsche Taycan GTS |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 553 kW | 515 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 742 hp | 691 hp |
| Motor Torque | 802 Nm | 790 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.2 s | 3.3 s |
| Top Speed | 270 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.6 | 7.3 |
Dimensions
The MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Porsche Taycan GTS (2024-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Porsche Taycan GTS |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4931 mm | 4963 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2144 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 1966 mm |
| Height | 1474 mm | 1381 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Porsche Taycan GTS |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2298 kg | 2360 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 457 l | 366 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 18 l | 84 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.2 | 5 |
