Compare performance (530 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or MG MG5?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
MG MG5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Coupe costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,265 £.
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 BMW 4 Series Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 353 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is markedly faster – 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: the BMW 4 Series Coupe delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.
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 more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, MG MG5 is only slightly lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 1,600 kg. The difference is around 38 kg.
Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers only slightly more boot space – 479 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 39 L.
When it comes to payload, the MG MG5 carries barely more – 455 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
The BMW 4 Series Coupe is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.
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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Price
45,700 - 92,700 £
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Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
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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/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
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co2
126 - 226 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
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Curb weight
1,562 kg
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Trunk capacity
479 L
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Length
4,768 - 4,770 mm
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Length
4,600 mm
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Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
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Width
1,818 mm
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Height
1,383 - 1,393 mm
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Height
1,543 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
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Payload
355 - 415 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
-
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 530 HP
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Power HP
156 - 177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
185 km/h
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Torque
300 - 700 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
135 - 390 kW
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Power kW
115 - 130 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
MG
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