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Deepal S05 vs MG IM5
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 69 kWh · £39,995
Selected trim75 Standard RangeChange trim304 mi · 75 kWh · £39,450
At a glance
In this comparison, Deepal S05 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the MG IM5 counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Deepal S05 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Deepal S05 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueDeepal
Deepal
6.2
MG
5.1
Motorway RangeDeepal
Deepal
6.7
MG
1.7
FamilyDeepal
Deepal
7.2
MG
3.3
ChargingDeepal
Deepal
8.2
MG
2.2
Cost Per MileDeepal
Deepal
4.9
MG
2.4
City Driving
Deepal
4.1
MG
4.1
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Deepal S05
Base
- 47 kW faster rapid charging
- 50 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 103 kW more power
- 1.3s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG IM575 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £39,995 | £39,450 (better) |
| Official range | 278 miles | 304 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 492 L (better) | 457 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 15 min (better) | 65 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 6.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Deepal S05
MG IM5
Length
Deepal S054,620mm-311mm
MG IM54,931mm
Width
Deepal S051,900mm-60mm
MG IM51,960mm
Height
Deepal S051,600mm
MG IM51,474mm-126mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG IM575 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,620 mm | 4,931 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm (better) | 1,960 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,077 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,474 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 500 mm spare (better) | 440 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG IM575 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 492 L (better) | 457 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L | 1290 L (better) |
| Frunk | 159 L (better) | 18 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Deepal S05
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
MG IM5
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 9.98 m turning circle, tighter than 100% of saloon EVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Deepal S05 Base |  MG IM5 75 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.62m | 4.93m+311mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.96m+60mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.08m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.47m-126mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.88m | 2.95m+70mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 492L (better) | 457L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L | 1290L (better) |
| Frunk | 159L (better) | 18L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 9.98m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg (better) | 2,180kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 69kWh | 75kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 278 mi | 304 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW (better) | 153kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £39,995 | £39,450 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Saloon |
| Available | 2026+ | 2025+ |
* MG IM5: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG IM575 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 278 miles | 304 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 231 miles (better) | 217 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 15 min (better) | 65 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW (better) | 153 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 175 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 69 kWh | 73.5 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V (better) | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG IM575 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.5 sec (better) | 6.8 sec |
| Power | 320 kW (better) | 217 kW |
| Torque | 502 Nm (better) | 450 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Deepal S05
Base
MG IM5
75 Standard Range
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Deepal S05 Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant94%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - MG IM5 75 Standard Range
MG IM5 75 Standard Range
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Deepal S05Base | MG IM575 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Deepal S05
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MG IM5
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Deepal S05 or the MG IM5?
The MG IM5 is £545 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the MG IM5 comes out roughly £425 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Deepal S05 and MG IM5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 231 miles for the Deepal S05 and 217 miles for the MG IM5 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 15 minutes in the Deepal S05 and 65 in the MG IM5, so the Deepal S05 loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Deepal S05 or the MG IM5?
The Deepal S05 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 60 mm narrower than the MG IM5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 500 mm of total clearance for the Deepal S05 and about 440 mm of total clearance for the MG IM5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Deepal S05 or the MG IM5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Deepal S05 and 90% for the MG IM5. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .