Compare performance (313 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (41800 £ vs 30400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX1 or MG MG5?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
MG MG5 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30400 £ , while the BMW iX1 costs 41800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11408 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW iX1: with 15.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the MG MG5 with 17.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.70 kWh.
As for electric range, the BMW iX1 performs a bit better – achieving up to 463 km, about 63 km more than the MG MG5.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX1 has a convincingly edge – offering 313 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX1 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the MG MG5 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 185 km/h, while the BMW iX1 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW iX1 pulls significantly stronger with 494 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 214 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, MG MG5 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1562 kg compared to 1940 kg. The difference is around 378 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW iX1 offers slight more room – 490 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX1 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1495 L, which is about 128 L more than the MG MG5.
When it comes to payload, BMW iX1 slight takes the win – 495 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
The BMW iX1 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.
The BMW iX1 wraps BMW's electric ambition into a compact SUV package that feels unexpectedly premium, with sharp handling and a crisp, modern cabin that keeps the driver in charge. It's ideal for buyers who want a stylish, quiet daily driver with useful practicality and tech-savvy touches — plus enough character to make the commute feel less like a chore and more like a short joyride.
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
41800 - 54600 £
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Price
30400 - 34300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 17.1 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh
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Electric Range
436 - 463 km
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
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Battery Capacity
64.80 kWh
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1940 - 2085 kg
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Curb weight
1562 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 L
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Trunk capacity
479 L
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Length
4500 mm
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Length
4600 mm
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Width
1845 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Height
1616 mm
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Height
1543 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1495 L
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Max trunk capacity
1367 L
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Payload
495 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
-
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 313 HP
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Power HP
156 - 177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.30 s
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Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
185 km/h
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Torque
250 - 494 Nm
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Torque
280 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 - 230 kW
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Power kW
115 - 130 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2022 - 2023
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Model Year
2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
MG
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The BMW iX1 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.