Global EV Comparison: MG IM5 Standard Range vs Audi A6 Sportback e-tron 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 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…), which starts at €62800.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €45500 | €62800 |
| GCC Score | 6.2 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...).
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 631 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 489 km | 627 km |
| Range (GCC) | 416 km | 544 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 75 kWh | 83 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 73.5 kWh | 75.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.7 kWh/100 km | 13.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.66 km/kWh | 7.18 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 9.8 |
Charging
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 225 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 | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 225 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 7.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 217 kW | 240 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 291 hp | 322 hp |
| Motor Torque | 450 Nm | 435 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 s | 6 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.7 | 5 |
Dimensions
The MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) and Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4931 mm | 4928 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2137 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 1923 mm |
| Height | 1474 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2100 kg, whereas the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2180 kg | 2175 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 457 l | 502 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 1330 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 18 l | 27 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 2100 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.2 | 5.7 |
