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MG MG5 vs Nissan Ariya comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 54,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or Nissan Ariya?

MG MG5 vs Nissan Ariya: Key differences

MG MG5

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Nissan Ariya

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  • significantly more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MG5

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 MG5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Nissan Ariya costs 54,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,428 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MG MG5 is clearly more efficient: consuming 17.5 kWh/100km compared to 24.5 kWh/100km for the Nissan Ariya. That’s a difference of about 7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Ariya offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 17 km more than the MG MG5.

Ariya

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 Nissan Ariya offers significantly more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Ariya is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Ariya delivers substantially more torque with 600 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 320 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 substantially lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 715 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers somewhat more boot space – 479 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG5 carries clearly more – 455 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Ariya comes out clearly 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.

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Ariya

Nissan Ariya

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 435 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 417 km
MG MG5
Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

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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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Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Price
54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Electric Range
417 km
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Trunk capacity
479 L
Trunk capacity
415 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
-
Width
1,818 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
363 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Power HP
435 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Max Speed
185 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
280 Nm
Torque
600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Power kW
320 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2022
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
Nissan
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