Compare performance (177 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (30400 £ vs 16900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or Skoda Fabia?
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.
Skoda Fabia has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £ , while the MG MG5 costs 30400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13543 £.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
Both models deliver identical power – 177 HP each.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs somewhat better – reaching 228 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 43 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: MG MG5 pulls somewhat stronger with 280 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Skoda Fabia is evident lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1562 kg. The difference is around 419 kg.
In terms of boot space, the MG MG5 offers evident more room – 479 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.
In maximum load capacity, the MG MG5 performs somewhat better – up to 1367 L, which is about 177 L more than the Skoda Fabia.
When it comes to payload, MG MG5 minimal takes the win – 455 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.
The MG MG5 proves to be only a minor advantage and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
MG MG5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Skoda Fabia is a clever, no-nonsense small car that turns everyday chores into a breeze thanks to smart packaging and a surprisingly roomy cabin. It won’t set your pulses racing, but it’s a consistently sensible choice — reliable, easy to live with and blessed with a few neat tricks that make city life less faff.
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Price
30400 - 34300 £
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Price
16900 - 30500 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
112 - 126 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1562 kg
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Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
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Trunk capacity
479 L
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Length
4600 mm
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Length
4108 - 4137 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Width
1780 mm
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Height
1543 mm
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Height
1458 - 1461 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1367 L
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Max trunk capacity
1190 L
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Payload
455 kg
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 177 HP
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Power HP
80 - 177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.30 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
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Max Speed
185 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
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Torque
280 Nm
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Torque
93 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
115 - 130 kW
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Power kW
59 - 130 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2022
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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Brand
MG
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Brand
Skoda
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The MG MG5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.