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Hyundai Tucson vs MG MG5 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (31,300 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or MG MG5?

Hyundai Tucson vs MG MG5: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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MG MG5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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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

Tucson

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 very slightly cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Hyundai Tucson costs 31,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 857 £.

As for electric range, the MG MG5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 330 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

MG5

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 Hyundai Tucson offers clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 111 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Tucson delivers visibly more torque with 379 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 99 Nm more.

Tucson

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, Hyundai Tucson is only slightly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,562 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers visibly more boot space – 620 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries slightly more – 545 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG5 has the upper hand 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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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
Hyundai Tucson
MG MG5

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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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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Hyundai Tucson
MG MG5

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
co2
62 - 172 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
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
479 L
Length
-
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
-
Height
1,543 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
185 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
MG
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