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CUPRA Formentor vs MG MG5 comparison

Compare performance (390 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or MG MG5?

CUPRA Formentor vs MG MG5: Key differences

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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MG MG5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • marginally more trunk space
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

MG MG5 is slightly cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,331 £.

As for electric range, the MG MG5 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 274 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

MG5

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 Formentor offers significantly more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 213 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Formentor delivers substantially more torque with 480 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

Formentor

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is very slightly lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,562 kg. The difference is around 128 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers marginally more boot space – 479 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries a bit more – 526 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Formentor is decisively ahead 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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Formentor

CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 390 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 117 - 126 km
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CUPRA Formentor

The CUPRA Formentor blends sporty driving dynamics with crossover practicality, delivering sharp handling and an engaging character that makes it fun on twisty roads as well as in daily driving. Inside, it pairs a driver-focused cabin and premium materials with clever practicality, offering a confident, distinctive alternative to conventional SUVs.

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Reviews CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Waldemar
7 Feb 2026, 09:46:20

For me, a mature man, the "civilian" version was enough — an automatic, very well-equipped, with the 150‑hp engine in Magnetic Tech.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,800 - 62,500 £
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
co2
32 - 229 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
479 L
Length
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Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
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Height
1,543 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
185 km/h
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Torque
280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
MG
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Formentor?

The CUPRA Formentor is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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