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MG Marvel R vs VW ID.5 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 299 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 37,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG Marvel R or VW ID.5?

MG Marvel R vs VW ID.5: Key differences

MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • markedly 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

Marvel R

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID.5 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the MG Marvel R costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,112 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.5 is visibly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 19.4 kWh/100km for the MG Marvel R. That’s a difference of about 4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.5 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 571 km, about 169 km more than the MG Marvel R.

ID.5

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 VW ID.5 offers very slightly more power – delivering 299 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG Marvel R is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG Marvel R delivers slightly more torque with 665 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Marvel R

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG Marvel R is moderately lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,051 kg. The difference is around 241 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries slightly more – 552 kg compared to 478 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.5 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.

from £37,200
ID.5

VW ID.5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 299 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 571 km
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MG Marvel R

The MG Marvel R combines striking, futuristic styling with a surprisingly spacious, gadget-packed cabin, giving shoppers a sharply styled electric alternative that punches above its price. It may not carry luxury-badge prestige, but it delivers honest daily usability and enough charisma to tempt buyers who want electric flair without the premium tax.

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Reviews MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Robin Prins
21 Feb 2026, 06:26:34

Nice-handling SUV. Steers much more sharply than my previous SUV, a Lynk & Co 01. Has almost the same options as the Lynk. I wanted fully electric, though. The Marvel has a realistic range. So far it has never shown the WLTP figure of 402. But whatever it shows, it achieves. And I've experienced that very differently before (Lynk & Co 01 and Mazda MX-30). In short, a very good, comfortable EV. Downsides: abrupt steering corrections and annoying warning beeps. These can be switched off, but you have to do it every time. It's also a shame that the otherwise great navigation has no Dutch voice.

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VW ID.5

VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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MG Marvel R
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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,300 - 43,700 £
Price
37,200 - 49,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
370 - 402 km
Electric Range
436 - 571 km
Battery Capacity
66.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,810 - 1,920 kg
Curb weight
2,051 - 2,204 kg
Trunk capacity
357 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
4,674 mm
Length
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Width
1,919 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,613 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,396 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
453 - 478 kg
Payload
529 - 552 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 288 HP
Power HP
190 - 299 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
410 - 665 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
132 - 212 kW
Power kW
140 - 220 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2021
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the MG Marvel R have?

The MG Marvel R is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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