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Hyundai Nexo vs MG MG5 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or MG MG5?

Hyundai Nexo vs MG MG5: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

  • moderately more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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MG MG5

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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Nexo

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MG MG5 is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,494 £.

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 Hyundai Nexo offers moderately 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 Hyundai Nexo is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Nexo delivers a bit more torque with 350 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Nexo

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG5 is visibly lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 393 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers very slightly more boot space – 510 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Nexo carries marginally 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 out in the key areas 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
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Hyundai Nexo

Hyundai Nexo looks like a quietly futuristic family car, gliding along with whisper-quiet refinement and a cabin that keeps long commutes pleasant. As a hydrogen-powered cruiser it delivers genuinely clean driving and a practical, slightly exotic alternative for buyers who want something clever without the fuss.

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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
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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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
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
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
479 L
Length
-
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
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Height
1,543 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Payload
485 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
185 km/h
Torque
350 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
2026
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
MG
Is the Hyundai Nexo offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai Nexo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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