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Mercedes EQA vs MG MG5 comparison

Compare performance (228 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQA or MG MG5?

Mercedes EQA vs MG MG5: Key differences

Mercedes EQA

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  • noticeably more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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MG MG5

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EQA

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Mercedes EQA costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,454 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQA is marginally more efficient: consuming 16.9 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the MG MG5. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQA offers a bit more range – reaching up to 476 km, about 76 km more than the MG MG5.

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 Mercedes EQA offers noticeably more power – delivering 228 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 51 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQA is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQA delivers visibly more torque with 390 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

EQA

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 clearly lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 2,115 kg. The difference is around 553 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers clearly more boot space – 479 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 139 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG5 carries only slightly more – 455 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG5 shows a few small advantages 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
Mercedes EQA
MG MG5

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Mercedes EQA

The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.

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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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Mercedes EQA
MG MG5

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,900 - 54,900 £
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
476 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
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,115 kg
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Trunk capacity
340 L
Trunk capacity
479 L
Length
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Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
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Height
1,543 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Payload
425 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
228 HP
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
185 km/h
Torque
390 Nm
Torque
280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
168 kW
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
MG
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