Global EV Comparison: MG IM5 Standard Range vs Porsche Taycan RWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) has a starting price of €45500, compared to the Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…), which starts at €101500.
The MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) is a Liftback, whereas the Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | €45500 | €101500 |
| GCC Score | 6.2 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…) 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 | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 441 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 489 km | 590 km |
| Range (GCC) | 416 km | 458 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 75 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 73.5 kWh | 82.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.7 kWh/100 km | 18 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.66 km/kWh | 5.57 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 7.5 |
Charging
The Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 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 | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 270 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 7.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 217 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 291 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 450 Nm | 410 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 s | 4.8 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.7 | 5.6 |
Dimensions
The MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4931 mm | 4963 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2144 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 1966 mm |
| Height | 1474 mm | 1379 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 Standard Range | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2180 kg | 2165 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 457 l | 407 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 | 4.9 |
