Global EV Comparison: BYD Seal Design RWD vs MG IM5 Standard Range
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BYD Seal Design RWD (2022-…) has a starting price of €44990, compared to the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...), which starts at €45500.
The BYD Seal Design RWD (2022-…) is a Sedan, whereas the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) is a Liftback.
| Property | BYD Seal Design RWD | MG IM5 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €44990 | €45500 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €38440 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The BYD Seal Design RWD (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...).
| Property | BYD Seal Design RWD | MG IM5 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 570 km | 489 km |
| Range (GCC) | 485 km | 416 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 82.5 kWh | 73.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 17.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.88 km/kWh | 5.66 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.1 | 7.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BYD Seal Design RWD | MG IM5 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The BYD Seal Design RWD (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BYD Seal Design RWD | MG IM5 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 230 kW | 217 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 308 hp | 291 hp |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm | 450 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 s | 6.8 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.5 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
The MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the BYD Seal Design RWD (2022-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BYD Seal Design RWD | MG IM5 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4800 mm | 4931 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2150 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1875 mm | 1960 mm |
| Height | 1460 mm | 1474 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
The BYD Seal Design RWD (2022-…) 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 | BYD Seal Design RWD | MG IM5 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2055 kg | 2180 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 400 l | 457 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 53 l | 18 l |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.3 | 5.2 |
