Global EV Comparison: MG MG5 Electric Standard Range vs MG5 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 MG MG5 Electric Standard Range (2020-2021) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €8400 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Wagon.
| Property | MG MG5 Electric Standard Range | MG MG5 Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2021 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €38490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €8400 | €19999 |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the MG MG5 Electric Standard Range (2020-2021).
| Property | MG MG5 Electric Standard Range | MG MG5 Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 344 km | 400 km |
| Range (GCC) | 292 km | 341 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 52.5 kWh | 61.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 48.8 kWh | 57.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.98 km/kWh | 5.94 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.9 | 6.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 87 kW.
The MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the MG MG5 Electric Standard Range (2020-2021) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | MG MG5 Electric Standard Range | MG MG5 Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 87 kW | 87 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.9 | 5.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
With equal motor power, both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time.
| Property | MG MG5 Electric Standard Range | MG MG5 Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 280 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 s | 7.7 s |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 185 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 3.6 |
Dimensions
The MG MG5 Electric Standard Range (2020-2021) and MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | MG MG5 Electric Standard Range | MG MG5 Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4544 mm | 4600 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2059 mm | 2059 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1818 mm | 1818 mm |
| Height | 1513 mm | 1543 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2665 mm | 2659 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG MG5 Electric Long Range (2022-…) features a larger trunk, but the MG MG5 Electric Standard Range (2020-2021) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are 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 MG MG5 Electric Standard Range (2020-2021) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | MG MG5 Electric Standard Range | MG MG5 Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1607 kg | 1637 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 464 l | 479 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1456 l | 1367 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 6.1 |
