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MG MG5 vs Toyota Corolla Cross comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or Toyota Corolla Cross?

MG MG5 vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Key differences

MG MG5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla Cross

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MG MG5 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Toyota Corolla Cross costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,285 £.

Corolla Cross

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 Toyota Corolla Cross offers only slightly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Cross is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

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, Toyota Corolla Cross is moderately lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,562 kg. The difference is around 182 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers somewhat more boot space – 479 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla Cross carries slightly more – 560 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG5 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.

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MG5

MG MG5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 177 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 310 - 400 km
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MG MG5

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Toyota Corolla Cross

The Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.

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4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Henk
13 Feb 2026, 15:47:52

Very good in terms of power. Less good on sound and getting in because of a protruding dashboard.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Price
31,700 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,500 kg
Trunk capacity
479 L
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
-
Width
1,818 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
185 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
280 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2022
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
MG
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the MG MG5 have?

The MG MG5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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