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MG MG5 vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or smart #5?

MG MG5 vs smart #5: Key differences

MG MG5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • substantially lighter

smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

MG5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MG MG5 is visibly cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the smart #5 costs 39,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,922 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MG MG5 is barely more efficient: consuming 17.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.4 kWh/100km for the smart #5. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #5 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 190 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 smart #5 offers significantly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 469 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the smart #5 is a bit faster – 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: the smart #5 delivers clearly more torque with 710 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm more.

MG5

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG5 is substantially lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 638 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #5 offers visibly more boot space – 630 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.

For maximum load capacity, the smart #5 offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,530 L, about 163 L more than the MG MG5.

When it comes to payload, the smart #5 carries very slightly more – 502 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #5 is far ahead 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.

from £39,300
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smart #5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 646 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 465 - 590 km
MG MG5
smart #5

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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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smart #5

The Smart #5 continues to build on the brand's legacy of compact and efficient urban vehicles, now infused with a more modern and stylish design. Its sleek appearance is complemented by a spacious interior, offering comfort without compromising its compact nature. This model is ideal for city dwellers seeking a blend of innovation, practicality, and style in their daily drives.

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MG MG5
smart #5

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
479 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
4,695 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
475 - 502 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
185 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
280 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,022
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
smart
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