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MG MG5 vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or VW Passat?

MG MG5 vs VW Passat: Key differences

MG MG5

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  • a bit cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
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VW Passat

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  • noticeably more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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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 a bit cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,042 £.

As for electric range, the MG MG5 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 265 km more than the VW Passat.

Passat

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 VW Passat offers noticeably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

MG5

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, MG MG5 is very slightly lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers clearly more boot space – 690 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 211 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries markedly more – 577 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 122 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG5 is narrowly ahead 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

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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Reviews MG MG5

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VW Passat

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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5 (3 Reviews)
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Sjaak
5 Dec 2025, 19:42:23

Spacious car that drives nicely and keeps its value for a long time.

Jack
5 Dec 2025, 15:24:16

Pleasant to drive, roomy and solid. The hybrid version is also very economical.

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VW Passat

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 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
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
28 - 153 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,562 kg
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
479 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
-
Width
1,818 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
185 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
280 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2022
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
Brand
MG
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the MG MG5 have?

The MG MG5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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