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MG MG5 vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (30,400 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG5 or ZEEKR 001?

MG MG5 vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

MG MG5

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  • substantially cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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ZEEKR 001

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  • clearly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

MG MG5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the ZEEKR 001 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MG MG5 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 17.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the ZEEKR 001. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the ZEEKR 001 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 220 km more than the MG MG5.

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Engine and Performance:

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 ZEEKR 001 offers clearly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 367 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 001 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR 001 delivers substantially more torque with 686 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 406 Nm more.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG5 is substantially lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 638 kg.

Looking at boot space, the ZEEKR 001 offers a bit more boot space – 539 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, the ZEEKR 001 carries somewhat more – 520 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 holds a decisive overall lead 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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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 585 - 620 km
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ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Electric Range
585 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
479 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
-
Width
1,818 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
505 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
185 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
280 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2022
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
ZEEKR
What drivetrain options does the MG MG5 have?

The MG MG5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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