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MG MG5 vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

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?

MG MG5 vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

MG MG5

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  • markedly more trunk space

Suzuki Vitara

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  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter

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 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.

Vitara

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 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.

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, 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £23,600
Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 344 - 426 km
MG MG5
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Suzuki Vitara

The 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.

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MG MG5
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
47 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
479 L
Trunk capacity
289 - 375 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
4,185 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Height
1,595 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Max trunk capacity
1,046 - 1,120 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 12.7 s
Max Speed
185 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
280 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,373 - 1,462 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, A
Brand
MG
Brand
Suzuki
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