Compare performance (177 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (30400 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or Skoda Kodiaq?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
MG MG5 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30400 £ , while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 36800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6428 £.
As for electric range, the MG MG5 performs significantly better – achieving up to 400 km, about 278 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.
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 Skoda Kodiaq has a noticeable edge – offering 265 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs somewhat better – reaching 231 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Kodiaq pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, MG MG5 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1562 kg compared to 1684 kg. The difference is around 122 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers significantly more room – 910 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 431 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs noticeable better – up to 2105 L, which is about 738 L more than the MG MG5.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq somewhat takes the win – 563 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.
The Skoda Kodiaq comes out ahead with a more balanced overall result 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.
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 Kodiaq blends sensible practicality with surprising style, so families and weekend adventurers get roomy comfort without looking like a moving van. It feels calm and composed on the road, packs clever storage and user-friendly tech, and manages to deliver a near-premium vibe without the pretension.
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Price
30400 - 34300 £
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Price
36800 - 49600 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 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
119 - 122 km
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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
35 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1684 - 1970 kg
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Trunk capacity
479 L
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Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
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Length
4600 mm
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Length
4758 - 4761 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Width
1864 mm
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Height
1543 mm
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Height
1663 - 1683 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1367 L
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Max trunk capacity
2105 L
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Payload
455 kg
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Payload
460 - 563 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 177 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.30 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
185 km/h
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Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
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Torque
280 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
115 - 130 kW
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Power kW
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2022
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
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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.