Global EV Comparison: MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh vs Volkswagen ID.5 Pure

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...) has a starting price of €33653, compared to the Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…), which starts at €42970.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 145 kW, while the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...) maxes out at 120 kW.

The Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (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.

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

Both cars offer the same motor power, but the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

The Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (2024-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Volkswagen ID.5 Pure (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.5 Pure (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...).