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MG MG5 vs Nissan Leaf comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or Nissan Leaf?

MG MG5 vs Nissan Leaf: Key differences

MG MG5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 very slightly cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Nissan Leaf costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 394 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Leaf is visibly more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the MG MG5. That’s a difference of about 3.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers clearly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 224 km more than the MG MG5.

Leaf

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 Nissan Leaf offers moderately more power – delivering 217 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Leaf is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Leaf delivers noticeably more torque with 355 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 75 Nm more.

MG5

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG5 is somewhat lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 302 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers only slightly more boot space – 479 L compared to 437 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG5 carries barely more – 455 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Leaf is far ahead 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.

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Leaf

Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 176 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 624 km
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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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Mir
12 Mar 2026, 21:05:00

The author of this comparison probably doesn't read what they're writing. Almost 100 Nm is a small difference? XD And by the way, the Leaf is listed at 6.9 s to the first 100 km/h while the rival is over 8 s — that's not a small difference… it's a shame to read this comparison with so many mistakes; better to take a drive and judge for yourself.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
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
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Electric Range
436 - 624 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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Trunk capacity
479 L
Trunk capacity
437 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
-
Width
1,818 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
441 - 444 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
176 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
185 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 Nm
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2022
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the MG MG5 have?

The MG MG5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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