Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
MG MG5 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30400 £, while the Audi A5 Avant costs 40200 £. That’s a price difference of around 9737 £.
As for range, the MG MG5 performs clearly better – achieving up to 400 km, about 292 km more than the Audi A5 Avant.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Avant has a decisively edge – offering 367 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Avant is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A5 Avant performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A5 Avant pulls significantly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: MG MG5 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, MG MG5 is somewhat lighter – 1562 kg compared to 1785 kg. The difference is around 223 kg.
In terms of boot space, the MG MG5 offers barely noticeable more room – 479 L compared to 476 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Audi A5 Avant performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1424 L, which is about 57 L more than the MG MG5.
When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Avant somewhat takes the win – 535 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.
Overall, the MG MG5 shows itself to be shows small but notable strengths and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Audi A5 Avant dresses like a sleek coupe but carries like a sensible estate, offering buyers a rare blend of glamour and everyday practicality. Inside, the cabin feels beautifully sorted and the drive is composed and engaging, making routine errands feel a touch more enjoyable than they have any right to be.
detailsThe MG5 is a surprisingly practical and stylish estate that gives family buyers a sensible, down-to-earth alternative to bland crossovers. As an electric wagon it blends everyday usability with low running costs and a cheeky dash of character, making it an easy pick if you value space and thrift over badge snobbery.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40200 - 70000 £
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Price
30400 - 34300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh
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Electric Range
104 - 108 km
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
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Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
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co2
47 - 175 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1785 - 2185 kg
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Curb weight
1562 kg
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Trunk capacity
361 - 476 L
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Trunk capacity
479 L
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Length
4829 - 4835 mm
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Length
4600 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Height
1444 - 1460 mm
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Height
1543 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1306 - 1424 L
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Max trunk capacity
1367 L
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Payload
480 - 535 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 367 HP
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Power HP
156 - 177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.30 s
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Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
185 km/h
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Torque
280 - 550 Nm
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Torque
280 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 270 kW
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Power kW
115 - 130 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
MG
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The Audi A5 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.