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CUPRA Tavascan vs MG MGS5 EV comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 231 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Tavascan or MG MGS5 EV?

CUPRA Tavascan vs MG MGS5 EV: Key differences

CUPRA Tavascan

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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MG MGS5 EV

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly 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

Tavascan

Costs and Efficiency:

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 MGS5 EV is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the CUPRA Tavascan costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,158 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MG MGS5 EV is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the CUPRA Tavascan. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Tavascan offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 553 km, about 73 km more than the MG MGS5 EV.

MGS5 EV

Engine and Performance:

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 CUPRA Tavascan offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 231 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Tavascan is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the MG MGS5 EV takes 6.3 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Tavascan delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 329 Nm more.

Tavascan

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MGS5 EV is clearly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,178 kg. The difference is around 468 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Tavascan offers slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Tavascan carries clearly more – 522 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 127 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Tavascan 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.

from £45,700
Tavascan

CUPRA Tavascan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.9 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 513 - 553 km
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Reviews CUPRA Tavascan

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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David
25 Apr 2026, 10:57:49

Both are very good. The range and energy consumption is beter in the cupra. The cupra is also more responsive and it handles beter. The Kia is more spacious and slightly beter tech wise. The Kia is more a family car.

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MG MGS5 EV

The MG5 EV stands out as one of the few fully electric estate cars available in today's market. Known for its practicality, it offers ample space and a smooth driving experience, perfect for families looking to transition to an electric vehicle without compromising on roominess or comfort. Its sleek design and competitive pricing make it an attractive choice for eco-conscious drivers who value both style and sustainability.

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4.1 (3 Reviews)
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David Jenkins
2 Feb 2026, 20:44:49

MG Brand clearly not as it once was, Chinese owned swamping the SUV market with cheap affordable SUV's, but low reliability rating (2025)

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R L
31 Oct 2025, 13:46:08

We have recently moved from an ID3 to and MGS5. For me, the S5 feels a decent upgrade. The build quality really surprised me, especially in the cabin. the drive is also reassuringly solid, and in my opinion better than the ID3. the MGS5 is slightly quicker, but not too much that it is noticeable, and also more practical due to it's size.
Gone are my days of thinking MG was now just a cheap Chinese alternative. Go and test drive one, you'll see!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,700 - 49,600 £
Price
32,600 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
513 - 553 km
Electric Range
340 - 480 km
Battery Capacity
77 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,178 - 2,273 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 1,800 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
453 L
Length
4,644 mm
Length
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Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
1,597 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
507 - 522 kg
Payload
370 - 395 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Power HP
170 - 231 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Torque
250 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Power kW
125 - 170 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
MG
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Tavascan?

The CUPRA Tavascan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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