Global EV Comparison: MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh vs Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor
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General Info
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 Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…), which starts at €49990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Belgium |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €33653 | €49990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €34900 |
| GCC Score | 5.5 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...).
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 340 km | 479 km |
| Range (GCC) | 289 km | 399 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 49 kWh | 70 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 47.1 kWh | 67 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.3 kWh/100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.14 km/kWh | 5.96 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6 | 7.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...) maxes out at 120 kW.
The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) 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.
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.9 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 125 kW | 175 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 168 hp | 235 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 420 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.2 | 4.2 |
Dimensions
The MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...) and Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4476 mm | 4425 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2094 mm | 2034 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1849 mm | 1873 mm |
| Height | 1621 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2730 mm | 2702 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (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 Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…), but the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...) doesn’t have one.
The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh (2025-...).
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 49 kWh | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2080 kg | 2040 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 453 l | 410 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1441 l | 1295 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 31 l |
| Towing Capacity | 500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 6.7 |
