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Subaru BRZ vs MG MG5 comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or MG MG5?

Subaru BRZ vs MG MG5: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • clearly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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MG MG5

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  • moderately cheaper
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

BRZ

Costs and Efficiency:

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

MG MG5 is moderately cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,571 £.

MG5

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 Subaru BRZ offers clearly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the MG MG5 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Subaru BRZ is somewhat faster – reaching 226 km/h, while the MG MG5 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG MG5 delivers a bit more torque with 280 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

BRZ

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: MG MG5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is noticeably lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,562 kg. The difference is around 287 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG5 offers significantly more boot space – 479 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 242 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG5 carries a bit more – 455 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG5 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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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
Subaru BRZ
MG MG5

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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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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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Subaru BRZ
MG MG5

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Curb weight
1,562 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
479 L
Length
4,265 mm
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
1,543 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
185 km/h
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
MG
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