Compare performance (177 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (30400 £ vs 46600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or Volvo EC40?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
MG MG5 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30400 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16200 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Volvo EC40: with 16.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the MG MG5 with 17.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.30 kWh.
As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 performs distinct better – achieving up to 584 km, about 184 km more than the MG MG5.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EC40 has a clearly edge – offering 442 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the MG MG5 performs slight better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Volvo EC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EC40 pulls significantly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, MG MG5 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1562 kg compared to 2065 kg. The difference is around 503 kg.
In terms of boot space, the MG MG5 offers to a small extent more room – 479 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.
In maximum load capacity, the MG MG5 performs slightly better – up to 1367 L, which is about 171 L more than the Volvo EC40.
When it comes to payload, MG MG5 barely noticeable takes the win – 455 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
Overall, the Volvo EC40 shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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 Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.
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Price
30400 - 34300 £
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Price
46600 - 59000 £
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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
16.2 - 17.3 kWh
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
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Electric Range
488 - 584 km
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
67 - 79 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
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
1562 kg
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Curb weight
2065 - 2185 kg
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Trunk capacity
479 L
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Trunk capacity
404 L
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Length
4600 mm
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Length
4440 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Width
1873 mm
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Height
1543 mm
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Height
1591 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1367 L
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Max trunk capacity
1196 L
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Payload
455 kg
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Payload
395 - 435 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 177 HP
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Power HP
238 - 442 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.30 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
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Max Speed
185 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
280 Nm
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Torque
420 - 670 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
175 - 325 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
2024
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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
Volvo
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The MG MG5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.