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Mercedes G-Class vs MG MG5 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or MG MG5?

Mercedes G-Class vs MG MG5: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • significantly more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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MG MG5

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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

G-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MG MG5 is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 76,170 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MG MG5 is substantially more efficient: consuming 17.5 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G-Class. That’s a difference of about 10.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers moderately more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 79 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 G-Class offers significantly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 428 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers substantially more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 884 Nm more.

G-Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG5 is significantly lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 923 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers noticeably more boot space – 640 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 161 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries visibly more – 715 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 260 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G-Class is narrowly ahead 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 £106,600
G-Class

Mercedes G-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 km
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Costs and Consumption
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
479 L
Length
-
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
-
Height
1,543 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
185 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes G-Class have?

The Mercedes G-Class is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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