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MG MG5 vs Subaru Solterra comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or Subaru Solterra?

MG MG5 vs Subaru Solterra: Key differences

MG MG5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Subaru Solterra

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

MG5

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

MG MG5 is markedly cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Subaru Solterra costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Subaru Solterra is slightly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the MG MG5. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Subaru Solterra offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 511 km, about 111 km more than the MG MG5.

Solterra

Engine and Performance:

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 Subaru Solterra offers clearly more power – delivering 343 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 166 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Solterra is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru Solterra delivers noticeably more torque with 437 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 157 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, MG MG5 is clearly lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 2,117 kg. The difference is around 555 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers only slightly more boot space – 479 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Solterra carries marginally more – 468 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Solterra is decisively ahead 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 £39,400
Solterra

Subaru Solterra

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 511 km
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Fantastic car with permanent all‑wheel drive, a lovely driving feel, better range than WLTP suggests, and a really great speaker system.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
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
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Electric Range
471 - 511 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
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Curb weight
2,117 - 2,154 kg
Trunk capacity
479 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
-
Width
1,818 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
431 - 468 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Power HP
343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
185 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 Nm
Torque
437 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Power kW
252 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2022
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
Subaru
What drivetrain options does the MG MG5 have?

The MG MG5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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