What drivetrain options does the MG MG5 have?

The MG MG5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the MG MG5's engine?

Up to 177 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

How much electricity does the MG MG5 use per 100 km?

According to the manufacturer, the MG MG5 requires 17.50 kWh.

How far can the MG MG5 go on a full charge?

According to WLTP, the MG MG5 can travel up to 400 km on a single charge.

What is the battery capacity of the MG MG5?

The MG MG5 comes with a 57.70 kWh battery.

How fast can the MG MG5 go?

The MG MG5 reaches up to 185 km/h.

How many liters of cargo space does the MG MG5 offer?

Depending on configuration, up to 479 L fit inside.

How big is the MG MG5 overall?

Overall, the MG MG5 is 4600 mm long, 1818 mm wide and 1543 mm high.

What drivetrain options does the VW Polo have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the VW Polo?

The VW Polo reaches a peak output of 207 HP, depending on the model.

How much fuel does the VW Polo use?

On average, the VW Polo consumes 5.10 L.

What are the dimensions of the VW Polo?

The VW Polo measures 4074 mm long, 1751 mm wide and 1451 mm high.

MG MG5 vs VW Polo - Differences and prices compared

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

VW Polo has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the MG MG5 costs 30400 £. That’s a price difference of around 13419 £.

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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 Polo has a a bit edge – offering 207 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Polo performs noticeable better – reaching 240 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Polo pulls to a small extent stronger with 320 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, VW Polo is distinct lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1562 kg. The difference is around 419 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MG MG5 offers evident more room – 479 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MG MG5 performs a bit better – up to 1367 L, which is about 242 L more than the VW Polo.

When it comes to payload, VW Polo hardly perceptible takes the win – 457 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Polo shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 30400 - 34300 £	Price 17000 - 30400 £
Consumption L/100km -	Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km 17.5 - 18.4 kWh	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 310 - 400 km	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity 48.3 - 57.7 kWh	Battery Capacity -
co2 0 g/km	co2 116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity -	Fuel tank capacity 40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Estate	Body Type Hatchback
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1562 kg	Curb weight 1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity 479 L	Trunk capacity 351 L
Length 4600 mm	Length 4074 mm
Width 1818 mm	Width 1751 mm
Height 1543 mm	Height 1431 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity 1367 L	Max trunk capacity 1125 L
Payload 455 kg	Payload 432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Electric	Engine Type Petrol
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail -	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 8.30 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed 185 km/h	Max Speed 171 - 240 km/h
Torque 280 Nm	Torque 93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders -	Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Power kW 115 - 130 kW	Power kW 59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity -	Engine capacity 999 - 1984 cm3