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SERES 5 vs MG HS comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (55,700 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SERES 5 or MG HS?

SERES 5 vs MG HS: Key differences

SERES 5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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MG HS

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

MG HS is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the SERES 5 costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,714 £.

As for electric range, the SERES 5 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 430 km, about 330 km more than the MG HS.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the SERES 5 offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the MG HS takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers considerably more torque with 940 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 590 Nm more.

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 HS is visibly lighter – 1,735 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 625 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG HS offers noticeably more boot space – 507 L compared to 367 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG HS carries very slightly more – 400 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SERES 5 stands well ahead of its rival 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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SERES 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 430 km
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SERES 5

The Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.

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MG HS

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Mac Finn
29 Oct 2025, 11:27:52

Good perfomance and superbly low fuel consumption in daily use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,700 £
Price
30,000 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
430 km
Electric Range
100 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
14 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
1,735 - 1,930 kg
Trunk capacity
367 L
Trunk capacity
441 - 507 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,930 mm
Width
1,890 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
375 kg
Payload
400 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
585 HP
Power HP
224 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
940 Nm
Torque
340 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
430 kW
Power kW
165 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
SERES
Brand
MG
What drive types are available for the SERES 5?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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