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MG MG5 vs Genesis G90 comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 415 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 96,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or Genesis G90?

MG MG5 vs Genesis G90: Key differences

MG MG5

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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space

Genesis G90

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

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

MG5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MG MG5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 65,734 £.

G90

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 Genesis G90 offers substantially more power – delivering 415 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G90 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis G90 is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G90 delivers considerably more torque with 549 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 269 Nm more.

MG5

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 significantly lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 2,260 kg. The difference is around 698 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers visibly more boot space – 479 L compared to 368 L. That’s a difference of about 111 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G90 carries very slightly more – 505 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG5 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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MG5

MG MG5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 177 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 310 - 400 km
MG MG5
Genesis G90

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MG MG5

The 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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Genesis G90

The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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MG MG5
Genesis G90

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
479 L
Trunk capacity
368 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Height
1,490 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
370 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Power HP
415 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
185 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
280 Nm
Torque
549 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Power kW
305 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
MG
Brand
Genesis
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