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NIO EL7 vs MG MG5 comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL7 or MG MG5?

NIO EL7 vs MG MG5: Key differences

NIO EL7

  • clearly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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MG MG5

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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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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:

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.

MG MG5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,922 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MG MG5 is markedly more efficient: consuming 17.5 kWh/100km compared to 22.1 kWh/100km for the NIO EL7. That’s a difference of about 4.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO EL7 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 501 km, about 101 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 NIO EL7 offers clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 476 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL7 is only slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers considerably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 570 Nm more.

EL7

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, MG MG5 is significantly lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 859 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers slightly more boot space – 570 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 91 L.

For maximum load capacity, the NIO EL7 offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,545 L, about 178 L more than the MG MG5.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL7 carries only slightly more – 469 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 is clearly superior overall 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 £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 384 - 501 km
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NIO EL7

The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
479 L
Length
4,912 mm
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Payload
449 - 469 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
185 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the NIO EL7 have?

The NIO EL7 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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