Compare performance (204 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda e:Ny1 or MG MG5?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
MG MG5 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Honda e:Ny1 costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,000 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the MG MG5 is marginally more efficient: consuming 17.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the Honda e:Ny1. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Honda e:Ny1 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 412 km, about 12 km more than the MG MG5.
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 Honda e:Ny1 offers a bit more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda e:Ny1 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the MG MG5 is somewhat faster – reaching 185 km/h, while the Honda e:Ny1 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Honda e:Ny1 delivers very slightly more torque with 310 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.
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, MG MG5 is somewhat lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 1,730 kg. The difference is around 168 kg.
Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers markedly more boot space – 479 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 118 L.
For maximum load capacity, the MG MG5 offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,367 L, about 191 L more than the Honda e:Ny1.
When it comes to payload, the MG MG5 carries noticeably more – 455 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.
The MG MG5 leads convincingly 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 Honda e:Ny1 arrives as a cheeky, compact electric crossover that blends bold styling with clever practicality, perfect for city life and weekend escapes. Inside it's clean and tech-forward, offering a relaxed driving experience with enough space and refinement to make daily commutes feel surprisingly grown-up — and yes, the smile factor is real.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
33,400 - 36,000 £
|
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
-
|
Consumption L/100km
-
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
|
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
|
|
Electric Range
412 km
|
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
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
SUV
|
Body Type
Estate
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
5
|
Doors
5
|
|
Curb weight
1,730 kg
|
Curb weight
1,562 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
344 - 361 L
|
Trunk capacity
479 L
|
|
Length
4,387 mm
|
Length
4,600 mm
|
|
Width
1,790 mm
|
Width
1,818 mm
|
|
Height
1,584 mm
|
Height
1,543 mm
|
|
Max trunk capacity
1,136 - 1,176 L
|
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
|
|
Payload
350 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
Front-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
204 HP
|
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
|
|
Max Speed
160 km/h
|
Max Speed
185 km/h
|
|
Torque
310 Nm
|
Torque
280 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
-
|
Number of Cylinders
-
|
|
Power kW
150 kW
|
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
-
|
Engine capacity
-
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2023
|
Model Year
2022
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
|
|
Brand
Honda
|
Brand
MG
|