Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.3 Pro vs MG MG5 Electric Long Range
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General Info
The MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €38490. The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €26780 on the used car market.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) is a Hatchback, whereas the MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) is a Wagon.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro | MG MG5 Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2024 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Wagon |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €38490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €26780 | €19999 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro | MG MG5 Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 428 km | 400 km |
| Range (GCC) | 370 km | 341 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 62 kWh | 61.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 58 kWh | 57.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.38 km/kWh | 5.94 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 6.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 120 kW, while the MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) maxes out at 87 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro | MG MG5 Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 87 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.7 | 5.6 |
Performance
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) is rear-wheel drive, while the MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro | MG MG5 Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 s | 7.7 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 185 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.6 |
Dimensions
The MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024).
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro | MG MG5 Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4264 mm | 4600 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2070 mm | 2059 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1809 mm | 1818 mm |
| Height | 1564 mm | 1543 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2770 mm | 2659 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) 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 MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 500 kg, whereas the Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro | MG MG5 Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1805 kg | 1637 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 385 l | 479 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1267 l | 1367 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.4 | 6.1 |
