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Ford Transit Connect vs MG MG5 comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or MG MG5?

Ford Transit Connect vs MG MG5: Key differences

Ford Transit Connect

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MG MG5

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  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Connect

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

MG MG5 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Ford Transit Connect costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 384 £.

MG5

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 MG MG5 offers clearly more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG5 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Connect delivers moderately more torque with 320 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Transit Connect

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: MG MG5 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG5 is marginally lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 13 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries substantially more – 780 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 325 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG5 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £30,400
MG5

MG MG5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 177 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 310 - 400 km
Ford Transit Connect
MG MG5

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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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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Ford Transit Connect
MG MG5

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
co2
-
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
479 L
Length
-
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
-
Height
1,543 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Payload
775 - 780 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
185 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
MG
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