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Porsche Cayman vs MG MG5 comparison

Compare performance (500 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (136,000 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Porsche Cayman or MG MG5?

Porsche Cayman vs MG MG5: Key differences

Porsche Cayman

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably 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:

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Porsche Cayman costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 105,608 £.

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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 Porsche Cayman offers substantially more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 323 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayman is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Porsche Cayman is considerably faster – reaching 315 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 130 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayman delivers markedly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

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: MG MG5 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Cayman is barely lighter – 1,490 kg compared to 1,562 kg. The difference is around 72 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers considerably more boot space – 479 L compared to 184 L. That’s a difference of about 295 L.

For maximum load capacity, the MG MG5 offers substantially more capacity – up to 1,367 L, about 1,095 L more than the Porsche Cayman.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG5 carries clearly more – 455 kg compared to 281 kg. That’s a difference of about 174 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG5 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 £30,400
MG5

MG MG5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 177 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 310 - 400 km
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The Porsche Cayman stands out as a quintessential sports car, blending sleek design with dynamic handling. Its mid-engine layout provides an excellent balance and sharp agility that driving enthusiasts crave. Inside, the Cayman offers a refined and driver-focused interior, ensuring that every journey is an exhilarating experience.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
136,000 £
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
co2
295 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,490 kg
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Trunk capacity
184 L
Trunk capacity
479 L
Length
4,456 mm
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
1,267 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Max trunk capacity
272 L
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Payload
281 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
500 HP
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
315 km/h
Max Speed
185 km/h
Torque
450 Nm
Torque
280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
368 kW
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2021
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Porsche
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the Porsche Cayman have?

The Porsche Cayman is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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