Compare performance (177 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (30400 £ vs 31700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or Tesla Model 3?
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.
MG MG5 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30400 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 31700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1285 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Tesla Model 3: with 13 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the MG MG5 with 17.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.50 kWh.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 750 km, about 350 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 Tesla Model 3 has a decisively edge – offering 460 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 283 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 5.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 262 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 77 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Tesla Model 3 pulls significantly stronger with 660 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, MG MG5 is somewhat lighter – 1562 kg compared to 1772 kg. The difference is around 210 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers a bit more room – 594 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.
When it comes to payload, MG MG5 a bit takes the win – 455 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.
The Tesla Model 3 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.
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 Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.
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Price
30400 - 34300 £
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Price
31700 - 50100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.7 kWh
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
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Electric Range
534 - 750 km
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
83 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1562 kg
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Curb weight
1772 - 1929 kg
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Trunk capacity
479 L
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Length
4600 mm
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Length
4724 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1543 mm
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Height
1431 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1367 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
455 kg
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Payload
303 - 377 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 177 HP
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.30 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
185 km/h
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Max Speed
262 km/h
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Torque
280 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
115 - 130 kW
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Power kW
208 - 338 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2022
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
MG
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Brand
Tesla
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The MG MG5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.