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CUPRA Born vs MG MG5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 30400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or MG MG5?

CUPRA Born

MG MG5

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MG MG5 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30400 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4251 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the CUPRA Born: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the MG MG5 with 17.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.60 kWh.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born performs noticeable better – achieving up to 594 km, about 194 km more than the MG MG5.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Born has a decisively edge – offering 326 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is significantly 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 CUPRA Born performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 200 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls decisively stronger with 545 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 265 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, MG MG5 is a bit lighter – 1562 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 266 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MG MG5 offers somewhat more room – 479 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MG MG5 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1367 L, which is about 100 L more than the CUPRA Born.

When it comes to payload, MG MG5 barely noticeable takes the win – 455 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Born 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.

CUPRA Born
MG MG5

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CUPRA Born

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16 kWh
  • Electric Range : 428 - 594 km

CUPRA Born

The CUPRA Born blends sharp, athletic styling with a playful electric character, delivering hatchback agility and hot-hatch attitude whether you're darting through the city or cruising the open road. Inside, the cabin punches above its weight with smart materials and practical space, making it a compelling pick for buyers who want electric motoring without surrendering the grin.

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MG MG5

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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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CUPRA Born
MG MG5

Costs and Consumption

Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
30400 - 34300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh
Electric Range
428 - 594 km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
79 kWh
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1562 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
479 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4600 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1818 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1543 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1367 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.30 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
185 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Born have?

The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.