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BMW i5 vs MG Marvel R comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 40,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or MG Marvel R?

BMW i5 vs MG Marvel R: Key differences

BMW i5

  • considerably more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MG Marvel R is significantly cheaper – starting at 40,300 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,494 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i5 is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.4 kWh/100km for the MG Marvel R. That’s a difference of about 4.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i5 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 225 km more than the MG Marvel R.

Marvel R

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 i5 offers considerably more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the MG Marvel R takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers moderately more torque with 820 Nm compared to 665 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.

i5

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG Marvel R is visibly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,195 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i5 offers markedly more boot space – 490 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 478 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 is far ahead 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.

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i5

BMW i5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 540 - 627 km
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The MG Marvel R combines striking, futuristic styling with a surprisingly spacious, gadget-packed cabin, giving shoppers a sharply styled electric alternative that punches above its price. It may not carry luxury-badge prestige, but it delivers honest daily usability and enough charisma to tempt buyers who want electric flair without the premium tax.

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Reviews MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Robin Prins
21 Feb 2026, 06:26:34

Nice-handling SUV. Steers much more sharply than my previous SUV, a Lynk & Co 01. Has almost the same options as the Lynk. I wanted fully electric, though. The Marvel has a realistic range. So far it has never shown the WLTP figure of 402. But whatever it shows, it achieves. And I've experienced that very differently before (Lynk & Co 01 and Mazda MX-30). In short, a very good, comfortable EV. Downsides: abrupt steering corrections and annoying warning beeps. These can be switched off, but you have to do it every time. It's also a shame that the otherwise great navigation has no Dutch voice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Price
40,300 - 43,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
370 - 402 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
66.1 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 1,920 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
357 L
Length
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Length
4,674 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,919 mm
Height
-
Height
1,613 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,396 L
Payload
525 - 545 kg
Payload
453 - 478 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
180 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
410 - 665 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
132 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
MG
Is the BMW i5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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