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MG MG5 vs Vauxhall Corsa - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (177 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (30400 £ vs 19600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or Vauxhall Corsa?

MG MG5

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Vauxhall Corsa

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Vauxhall Corsa has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19600 £, while the MG MG5 costs 30400 £. That’s a price difference of around 10800 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Corsa: with 14.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the MG MG5 with 17.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.10 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Corsa performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 424 km, about 24 km more than the MG MG5.

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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 MG MG5 has a a bit edge – offering 177 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Corsa performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: MG MG5 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 280 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is noticeable lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1562 kg. The difference is around 387 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MG MG5 offers distinct more room – 479 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MG MG5 performs noticeable better – up to 1367 L, which is about 286 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

When it comes to payload, MG MG5 hardly perceptible takes the win – 455 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Vauxhall Corsa proves to be slightly ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Corsa is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £19,600
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Vauxhall Corsa

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 5.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.4 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 347 - 424 km
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Vauxhall Corsa

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MG MG5

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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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Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
30400 - 34300 £
Price
19600 - 30600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1562 kg
Curb weight
1175 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
479 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
4600 mm
Length
4061 mm
Width
1818 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1543 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1367 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1081 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.30 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
185 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Torque
280 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2022
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
MG
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the MG MG5 have?

The MG MG5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.