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MG MG5 vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or Skoda Octavia Combi?

MG MG5 vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

MG MG5

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Skoda Octavia Combi

  • a bit cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

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

MG5

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.

Skoda Octavia Combi is a bit cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the MG MG5 costs 30,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,843 £.

Octavia Combi

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 Skoda Octavia Combi offers visibly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Combi delivers clearly more torque with 370 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

MG5

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is somewhat lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,562 kg. The difference is around 196 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers clearly more boot space – 640 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 161 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 333 L more than the MG MG5.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries a bit more – 534 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi is clearly superior 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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Octavia Combi

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
MG MG5
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

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MG MG5

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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Skoda Octavia Combi

The Skoda Octavia Combi is the sensible family wagon that somehow turns grocery runs and long trips into a pleasant, unshowy experience — spacious, practical and built like it prefers reliability over flash. With smart touches, clever storage and a cabin that feels grown-up rather than frugal, it’s an easy recommendation for buyers who want maximum utility without sacrificing comfort or style.

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MG MG5
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Price
25,600 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
479 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Height
1,455 - 1,468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
185 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
280 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
MG
Brand
Skoda
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