Global EV Comparison: MG ZS EV Long Range vs Volkswagen ID.5 Pro
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General Info
The MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €37990. The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €29300 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | MG ZS EV Long Range | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-… | 2022-2023 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Indonesia, India | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €37990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €19870 | €29300 |
| GCC Score | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…).
| Property | MG ZS EV Long Range | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 440 km | 536 km |
| Range (GCC) | 374 km | 453 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 72.6 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 68.3 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.3 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.48 km/kWh | 5.88 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 7.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 135 kW, while the MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) maxes out at 94 kW.
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | MG ZS EV Long Range | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 94 kW | 135 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.8 | 6.3 |
Performance
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) is rear-wheel drive, while the MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.
Although the Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) has more power, the MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | MG ZS EV Long Range | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 128 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 280 Nm | 235 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.4 s | 10.4 s |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 2.8 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) is longer and wider, but the MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) is taller.
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | MG ZS EV Long Range | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4323 mm | 4599 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1809 mm | 1852 mm |
| Height | 1649 mm | 1613 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2581 mm | 2766 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) 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).
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…).
| Property | MG ZS EV Long Range | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1695 kg | 2042 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 448 l | 549 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1166 l | 1561 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 500 kg | 1000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.3 | 6.6 |
