Global EV Comparison: MG MG5 Electric Long Range vs Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer Gen 1
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General Info
The Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €43490. The MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2020-2021) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €9251 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Wagon.
| Property | MG MG5 Electric Long Range | Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2022 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany |
| Body Style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €43490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €9251 | €32490 |
| GCC Score | 5.5 | 5.8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2020-2021) has a larger battery, the Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | MG MG5 Electric Long Range | Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 402 km | 413 km |
| Range (GCC) | 342 km | 351 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 61.1 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 57.4 kWh | 50.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km | 14.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.96 km/kWh | 6.91 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 7.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2020-2021) maxes out at 63 kW.
The Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2020-2021) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | MG MG5 Electric Long Range | Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 63 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4 | 5.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2020-2021) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | MG MG5 Electric Long Range | Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 s | 9.3 s |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 168 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer (2023-…) is longer and wider, but the MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2020-2021) is taller.
The Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | MG MG5 Electric Long Range | Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4544 mm | 4645 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2059 mm | 2062 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1818 mm | 1860 mm |
| Height | 1513 mm | 1474 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2665 mm | 2732 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer (2023-…) 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).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | MG MG5 Electric Long Range | Opel Astra Electric Sports Tourer Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1625 kg | 1760 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 464 l | 516 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1456 l | 1533 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 5.6 |
