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MG MG5 vs Renault R5 comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 24,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or Renault R5?

MG MG5 vs Renault R5: Key differences

MG MG5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • visibly more trunk space
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Renault R5

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault R5 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 24,000 £ , while the MG MG5 costs 30,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,420 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault R5 is slightly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the MG MG5. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Renault R5 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 405 km, about 5 km more than the MG MG5.

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Engine and Performance:

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 MG MG5 offers moderately more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG MG5 delivers slightly more torque with 280 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm more.

MG5

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault R5 is only slightly lighter – 1,447 kg compared to 1,562 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers visibly more boot space – 479 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 153 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG5 carries very slightly more – 455 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG5 shows a few small advantages 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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MG5

MG MG5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 177 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 310 - 400 km
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Walter
4 Nov 2025, 21:42:46

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Price
24,000 - 27,000 £
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
14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Electric Range
307 - 405 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
1,447 - 1,524 kg
Trunk capacity
479 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
-
Width
1,818 mm
Width
1,744 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
396 - 418 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
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Max Speed
185 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
280 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2022
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the MG MG5 have?

The MG MG5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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