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MG MG5 vs Geely E5 comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or Geely E5?

MG MG5 vs Geely E5: Key differences

MG MG5

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  • barely cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Geely E5

  • somewhat more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

MG MG5 is barely cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Geely E5 costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,142 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Geely E5 is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the MG MG5. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Geely E5 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 475 km, about 75 km more than the MG MG5.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Geely E5 offers somewhat more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Geely E5 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Geely E5 delivers slightly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG5 is only slightly lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 153 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers marginally more boot space – 479 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG5 carries very slightly more – 455 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Geely E5 is clearly superior overall 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 £32,600
E5

Geely E5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 - 16.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 430 - 475 km
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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Price
32,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Electric Range
430 - 475 km
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 1,815 kg
Trunk capacity
479 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
-
Width
1,818 mm
Width
1,901 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
427 - 445 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
185 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
280 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2022
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
Geely
What drivetrain options does the MG MG5 have?

The MG MG5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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