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MG MG3 vs VW ID.5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (194 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (15400 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG3 or VW ID.5?

MG MG3

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VW ID.5

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

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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 MG3 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15400 £, while the VW ID.5 costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 21411 £.

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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 has a decisively edge – offering 340 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 146 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the MG MG3 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MG MG3 performs minimal better – reaching 185 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.5 pulls decisively stronger with 679 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 531 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, MG MG3 is significantly lighter – 1237 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 726 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers convincingly more room – 549 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 256 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 performs distinct better – up to 1561 L, which is about 578 L more than the MG MG3.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 a bit takes the win – 549 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW ID.5 shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £36,800
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VW ID.5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 363 - 559 km
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MG MG3

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The MG3 is a cheeky city hatch that pairs bold, youthful styling with sprightly handling for drivers who want personality on a budget. Its cabin is bright and cleverly packaged, offering sensible space and a fun-to-drive character that turns mundane commutes into something a bit more enjoyable.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
15400 - 21400 £
Price
36800 - 48400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
100 - 137 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1237 - 1285 kg
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Trunk capacity
293 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
4113 mm
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Width
1797 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1502 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
983 L
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
373 - 448 kg
Payload
517 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
148 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1490 - 1495 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
VW

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What drivetrain options does the MG MG3 have?

The MG MG3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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