Global EV Comparison: MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh vs Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) has a starting price of €36605, compared to the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor (2022-...), which starts at €52690.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Belgium |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €36605 | €52690 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €31950 |
| GCC Score | 6.2 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor (2022-...) has a larger battery, the MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 480 km | 487 km |
| Range (GCC) | 412 km | 407 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 64 kWh | 70 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 62.1 kWh | 67 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.1 kWh/100 km | 16.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.63 km/kWh | 6.07 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.8 | 7.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor (2022-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) maxes out at 139 kW.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor (2022-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 139 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 6.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Although the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor (2022-...) has more power, the MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 170 kW | 175 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 228 hp | 235 hp |
| Motor Torque | 350 Nm | 420 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.3 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.1 | 4.2 |
Dimensions
The MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) and Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor (2022-...) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4476 mm | 4440 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2094 mm | 2034 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1849 mm | 1873 mm |
| Height | 1621 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2730 mm | 2702 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor (2022-...), but the MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) doesn’t have one.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor (2022-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...).
| Property | MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2125 kg | 2065 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 453 l | 404 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1441 l | 1205 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 31 l |
| Towing Capacity | 500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 6.4 |
