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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Price
45,900 - 54,900 £
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Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
476 km
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,115 kg
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Curb weight
1,562 kg
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Trunk capacity
340 L
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Trunk capacity
479 L
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Length
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Length
4,600 mm
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Width
1,834 mm
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Width
1,818 mm
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Height
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Height
1,543 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
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Payload
425 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
-
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
228 HP
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Power HP
156 - 177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
185 km/h
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Torque
390 Nm
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Torque
280 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
168 kW
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Power kW
115 - 130 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
MG
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