Compare performance (177 HP vs 750 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 257,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or McLaren Super Series Coupe?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
MG MG5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Coupe costs 257,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 226,722 £.
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 McLaren Super Series Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 750 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 573 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Super Series Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Super Series Coupe delivers significantly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 520 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: MG MG5 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, McLaren Super Series Coupe is slightly lighter – 1,389 kg compared to 1,562 kg. The difference is around 173 kg.
Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers significantly more boot space – 479 L compared to 210 L. That’s a difference of about 269 L.
The MG MG5 is decisively 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.
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.
detailsThe McLaren Super Series Coupe is a breathtaking balance of surgical precision and theatrical flair, wrapping dramatic aero and lightweight engineering in a surprisingly refined road-going package. Behind the wheel it behaves like a race car with good manners — savage thrust and razor-sharp handling handed to the driver with enough composure for spirited weekend runs and the occasional grocery trip.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
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Price
257,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
276 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,562 kg
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Curb weight
1,389 kg
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Trunk capacity
479 L
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Trunk capacity
210 L
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Length
4,600 mm
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Length
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Width
1,818 mm
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Width
2,161 mm
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Height
1,543 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
455 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 177 HP
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Power HP
750 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
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Max Speed
185 km/h
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Max Speed
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Torque
280 Nm
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Torque
800 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
115 - 130 kW
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Power kW
552 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
3,994 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2022
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
MG
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Brand
McLaren
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