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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs MG MG5 comparison

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?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs MG MG5: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

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  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

MG MG5

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  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

4 Series Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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 £.

MG5

Engine and Performance:

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.

4 Series Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £45,700
4 Series Coupe

BMW 4 Series Coupe

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 10 L/100km
BMW 4 Series Coupe
MG MG5

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BMW 4 Series Coupe

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.

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MG MG5

The 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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BMW 4 Series Coupe
MG MG5

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,700 - 92,700 £
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
479 L
Length
4,768 - 4,770 mm
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
1,383 - 1,393 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
185 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
MG
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