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MG MGS5 EV vs Kia EV2 comparison

Compare performance (231 HP vs 147 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 22,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MGS5 EV or Kia EV2?

MG MGS5 EV vs Kia EV2: Key differences

MG MGS5 EV

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • barely more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia EV2

  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • barely 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

MGS5 EV

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia EV2 is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,800 £ , while the MG MGS5 EV costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,762 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV2 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the MG MGS5 EV. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MG MGS5 EV offers barely more range – reaching up to 480 km, about 27 km more than the Kia EV2.

MGS5 EV

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 MG MGS5 EV offers markedly more power – delivering 231 HP compared to 147 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MGS5 EV is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Kia EV2 takes 8.7 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG MGS5 EV delivers clearly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

MGS5 EV

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, Kia EV2 is barely lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV2 carries somewhat more – 475 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MGS5 EV is decisively 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.

from £32,600
MGS5 EV

MG MGS5 EV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 231 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 340 - 480 km
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MG MGS5 EV

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Reviews MG MGS5 EV

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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David Jenkins
2 Feb 2026, 20:44:49

MG Brand clearly not as it once was, Chinese owned swamping the SUV market with cheap affordable SUV's, but low reliability rating (2025)

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R L
31 Oct 2025, 13:46:08

We have recently moved from an ID3 to and MGS5. For me, the S5 feels a decent upgrade. The build quality really surprised me, especially in the cabin. the drive is also reassuringly solid, and in my opinion better than the ID3. the MGS5 is slightly quicker, but not too much that it is noticeable, and also more practical due to it's size.
Gone are my days of thinking MG was now just a cheap Chinese alternative. Go and test drive one, you'll see!

Kia EV2

The Kia EV2 is a compact electric crossover aimed at buyers who want a practical, affordable EV with a modern, well-appointed cabin. It combines comfortable, predictable handling with straightforward tech and efficient everyday usability, making it a sensible choice for daily driving.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 38,600 £
Price
22,800 - 31,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
340 - 480 km
Electric Range
317 - 453 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,710 - 1,800 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,625 kg
Trunk capacity
453 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,849 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
370 - 395 kg
Payload
400 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 231 HP
Power HP
135 - 147 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 350 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 170 kW
Power kW
100 - 108 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the MG MGS5 EV?

The MG MGS5 EV is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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