Compare performance (177 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or Suzuki Vitara?
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.
Suzuki Vitara is visibly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the MG MG5 costs 30,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,849 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Suzuki Vitara is moderately more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the MG MG5. That’s a difference of about 2.6 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Suzuki Vitara offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 426 km, about 26 km more than the MG MG5.
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 Suzuki Vitara offers marginally more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Suzuki Vitara is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Suzuki Vitara is only slightly faster – reaching 190 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Suzuki Vitara delivers barely more torque with 307 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 27 Nm more.
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, Suzuki Vitara is noticeably lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 1,562 kg. The difference is around 307 kg.
Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers markedly more boot space – 479 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.
For maximum load capacity, the MG MG5 offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,367 L, about 247 L more than the Suzuki Vitara.
When it comes to payload, the MG MG5 carries very slightly more – 455 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
The Suzuki Vitara stands well ahead of its rival 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 Vitara is a city-smart SUV with a cheeky streak of off-road promise, perfect for drivers who want practicality without pretense. It’s honest, easy to live with and surprisingly likeable, a sensible companion for everyday adventures and weekend escapes.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
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Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
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Electric Range
344 - 426 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
0 - 138 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
47 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
1,562 kg
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Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
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Trunk capacity
479 L
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Trunk capacity
289 - 375 L
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Length
4,600 mm
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Length
4,185 mm
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Width
1,818 mm
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Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
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Height
1,543 mm
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Height
1,595 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,046 - 1,120 L
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Payload
455 kg
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Payload
375 - 425 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, Electric
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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, Automated Manual, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 177 HP
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Power HP
110 - 184 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 12.7 s
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Max Speed
185 km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
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Torque
280 Nm
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Torque
193 - 307 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
81 - 135 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,373 - 1,462 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,022
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, A
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Brand
MG
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Brand
Suzuki
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