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MG MG5 vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or VW Polo?

MG MG5 vs VW Polo: Key differences

MG MG5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more trunk space
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VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Polo is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the MG MG5 costs 30,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,162 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Polo offers a bit more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Polo delivers slightly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

MG5

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is markedly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,562 kg. The difference is around 419 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers clearly more boot space – 479 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Polo carries barely more – 457 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo stands out in the key areas 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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Polo

VW Polo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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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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VW Polo

The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.

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4.2 (4 Reviews)
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Michel
13 Jun 2026, 15:24:46

Nice, spacious car with many options available (panoramic roof and travel assist).

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MG MG5
VW Polo

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 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
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,562 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
479 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
-
Width
1,818 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
185 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
280 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2022
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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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