Hyundai i30 vs MG MG5 comparison

Q: How powerful is the Hyundai i30's engine?

Up to 150 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: What are the consumption figures for the Hyundai i30 in liters per 100 km?

On average, the Hyundai i30 consumes 5.9 L/100km.

Q: What is the Hyundai i30’s trunk volume?

Depending on configuration, up to 395 L fit inside.

Q: What drivetrain options does the MG MG5 have?

The MG MG5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

Q: How much power does the MG MG5 deliver on the road?

The MG MG5 reaches a peak output of 177 HP, depending on the model.

Q: What are the MG MG5’s WLTP consumption values in kWh/100 km?

In the WLTP cycle, the MG MG5 consumes around 17.5 kWh/100km.

Q: How far can the MG MG5 go on a full charge?

According to WLTP, the MG MG5 can travel up to 400 km on a single charge.

Q: How many kWh does the MG MG5’s battery hold?

The MG MG5 comes with a 57.7 kWh battery.

Q: What maximum speed does the MG MG5 reach?

The MG MG5 reaches up to 185 km/h.

Compare performance (150 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or MG MG5?

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Hyundai i30 vs MG MG5: Key differences

Hyundai i30

4.3 (2 Reviews)

noticeably cheaper
a bit lighter

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MG MG5

5 (1 Reviews)

a bit more power
barely quicker 0–100 km/h
a bit more trunk space

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i30

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.

Hyundai i30 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the MG MG5 costs 30,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,863 £.

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 MG MG5 offers a bit more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG5 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG MG5 delivers slightly more torque with 280 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

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i30

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, Hyundai i30 is a bit lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,562 kg. The difference is around 247 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers a bit more boot space – 479 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries very slightly more – 485 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 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.

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MG MG5

Price 30,400 - 34,300 £
Body Type Estate
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
Battery Capacity 48.3 - 57.7 kWh
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.3 s
Model Year 2022
Max Speed 185 km/h
Torque 280 Nm
Doors 5
Model MG5
Modell MG5 Electric Maximum Range, MG5 Electric Standard Range
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level Comfort, Luxury
Power kW 115 - 130 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 1,562 kg
Trunk capacity 479 L
Length 4,600 mm
Width 1,818 mm
Height 1,543 mm
Brand MG
Max trunk capacity 1,367 L
Payload 455 kg

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Costs and Consumption
Price 24,600 - 31,400 £	Price 30,400 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km 5.9 - 6.3 L/100km	Consumption L/100km -
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km 17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range -	Electric Range 310 - 400 km
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity 48.3 - 57.7 kWh
co2 134 - 142 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 -	Doors 5
Curb weight 1,315 - 1,435 kg	Curb weight 1,562 kg
Trunk capacity 395 L	Trunk capacity 479 L
Length -	Length 4,600 mm
Width 1,795 mm	Width 1,818 mm
Height -	Height 1,543 mm
Max trunk capacity -	Max trunk capacity 1,367 L
Payload 445 - 485 kg	Payload 455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol	Engine Type Electric
Transmission Manuel, Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic	Transmission Detail -
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 115 - 150 HP	Power HP 156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.9 - 11.7 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.3 s
Max Speed -	Max Speed 185 km/h
Torque 172 - 250 Nm	Torque 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4	Number of Cylinders -
Power kW 85 - 110 kW	Power kW 115 - 130 kW
Engine capacity 998 - 1,598 cm3	Engine capacity -

General
Model Year 2026	Model Year 2022
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E	CO2 Efficiency Class A
Brand Hyundai	Brand MG

Is the Hyundai i30 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai i30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the Hyundai i30's engine?

What are the consumption figures for the Hyundai i30 in liters per 100 km?

What is the Hyundai i30’s trunk volume?

What drivetrain options does the MG MG5 have?

How much power does the MG MG5 deliver on the road?

What are the MG MG5’s WLTP consumption values in kWh/100 km?

How far can the MG MG5 go on a full charge?

How many kWh does the MG MG5’s battery hold?

What maximum speed does the MG MG5 reach?

What is the MG MG5’s trunk volume?

How big is the MG MG5 overall?

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Hyundai i30 vs MG MG5 comparison

Hyundai i30 vs MG MG5: Key differences

Hyundai i30

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

Costs and Efficiency:

Engine and Performance:

Space and Everyday Use:

Who wins the race in the data check?

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