Compare performance (177 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or NIO ET7?
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,494 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the MG MG5 is barely more efficient: consuming 17.5 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the NIO ET7. That’s a difference of about 1.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO ET7 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 584 km, about 184 km more than the MG MG5.
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 NIO ET7 offers significantly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 476 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the NIO ET7 is barely faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers considerably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 570 Nm more.
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 clearly lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 872 kg.
Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers visibly more boot space – 479 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 116 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO ET7 carries very slightly more – 466 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.
The NIO ET7 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.
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 NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
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Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
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Electric Range
451 - 584 km
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,562 kg
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Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
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Trunk capacity
479 L
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Trunk capacity
363 L
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Length
4,600 mm
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Length
5,101 mm
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Width
1,818 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
1,543 mm
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Height
1,509 mm
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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
446 - 466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 177 HP
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Power HP
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
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Max Speed
185 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
280 Nm
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Torque
850 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
115 - 130 kW
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Power kW
480 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2022
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Model Year
2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
MG
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Brand
NIO
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