Global EV Comparison: MG IM5 Standard Range vs Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
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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 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…), which starts at €49975.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €45500 | €49975 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €43990 |
| GCC Score | 6.2 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) 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 | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 515 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 489 km | 659 km |
| Range (GCC) | 416 km | 533 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 75 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 73.5 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.7 kWh/100 km | 14.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.66 km/kWh | 6.75 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 9.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 205 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 | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 205 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 6.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 217 kW | 220 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 291 hp | 295 hp |
| Motor Torque | 450 Nm | 490 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 s | 6.2 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 205 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.7 | 4.9 |
Dimensions
The MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…).
The MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4931 mm | 4606 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 1985 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 1859 mm |
| Height | 1474 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2735 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) 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 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1500 kg, whereas the MG IM5 Standard Range (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | MG IM5 Standard Range | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2180 kg | 2000 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 457 l | 407 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 1097 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 18 l | 33 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.2 | 5 |
