Global EV Comparison: MG IM5 Standard Range vs Mercedes EQE 350
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General Info
The MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €45500. The Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €45880 on the used car market.
The MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) is a Liftback, whereas the Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023) is a Sedan.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Mercedes EQE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2022-2023 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany, China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €45500 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €45880 |
| GCC Score | 6.2 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...).
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Mercedes EQE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 489 km | 621 km |
| Range (GCC) | 416 km | 503 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 75 kWh | 98 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 73.5 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.7 kWh/100 km | 17.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.66 km/kWh | 5.65 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 8.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 170 kW, while the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) maxes out at 150 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Mercedes EQE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Although the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) has more power, the Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Mercedes EQE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 217 kW | 215 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 291 hp | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | 450 Nm | 565 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 s | 6.4 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.7 | 5.1 |
Dimensions
The MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023).
The Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Mercedes EQE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4931 mm | 4946 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2103 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 1906 mm |
| Height | 1474 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 3120 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) 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 Standard Range (2025-...), but the Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023) doesn’t have one.
The Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Mercedes EQE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2180 kg | 2405 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 457 l | 430 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 895 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 18 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.2 | 5.5 |
