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Lotus Emeya vs MG IM5
Selected trim75 Standard RangeChange trim304 mi · 75 kWh · £39,450
At a glance
In this comparison, Lotus Emeya leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the MG IM5 leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Lotus Emeya if...
- 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 2.3p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the MG IM5 if...
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Lotus Emeya leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Lotus
5
MG
5.1
Too close to call
Motorway RangeLotus
Lotus
6.3
MG
1.7
FamilyLotus
Lotus
4.1
MG
3.3
ChargingLotus
Lotus
9.2
MG
2.2
Cost Per MileLotus
Lotus
3.2
MG
2.4
City DrivingMG
Lotus
0.4
MG
4.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Lotus Emeya
600
- 75 miles more WLTP range
- 52 litres more boot space
- 250 kW faster rapid charging
- 233 kW more power
- 2.6s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Lotus Emeya600 | MG IM575 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £84,990 | £39,450 (better) |
| Official range | 379 miles (better) | 304 miles |
| Boot space | 509 L (better) | 457 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 65 min |
| 0-62 mph | 4.2 sec (better) | 6.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Lotus Emeya
MG IM5
Length
Lotus Emeya5,139mm
MG IM54,931mm-208mm
Width
Lotus Emeya2,005mm
MG IM51,960mm-45mm
Height
Lotus Emeya1,459mm-15mm
MG IM51,474mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Lotus Emeya600 | MG IM575 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,139 mm | 4,931 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 2,005 mm | 1,960 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,241 mm | 2,077 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,459 mm | 1,474 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 395 mm spare | 440 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Lotus Emeya600 | MG IM575 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 509 L (better) | 457 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1388 L (better) | 1290 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 18 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Lotus Emeya
- At 5,139 mm, longer than 90% of saloon EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 403 kW, faster than 100% of saloon EVs in our catalogue.
- Boot space of 509 L is bigger than 80% of saloon EVs we track.
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 |  Lotus Emeya 600 |  MG IM5 75 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.14m | 4.93m-208mm |
| Width | 2.00m | 1.96m-45mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.24m | 2.08m-164mm |
| Height | 1.46m | 1.47m+15mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.07m | 2.95m-119mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 509L (better) | 457L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1388L (better) | 1290L |
| Frunk | Not available | 18L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 9.98m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,555kg | 2,180kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 102kWh (better) | 75kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 379 mi (better) | 304 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 403kW (better) | 153kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £84,990 | £39,450 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Saloon |
| Available | 2024+ | 2025+ |
* Lotus Emeya: 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.
* 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 | Lotus Emeya600 | MG IM575 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 379 miles (better) | 304 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 316 miles (better) | 217 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 65 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 403 kW (better) | 153 kW |
| Home AC charging | 22 kW (better) | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 175 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 98.9 kWh (better) | 73.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | 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 | Lotus Emeya600 | MG IM575 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.2 sec (better) | 6.8 sec |
| Power | 450 kW (better) | 217 kW |
| Torque | 710 Nm (better) | 450 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Lotus Emeya
600
8.2/10
average across 5 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Parkers4.1/5
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 - Lotus Emeya 600
Lotus Emeya 600
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.
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 | Lotus Emeya600 | MG IM575 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Lotus Emeya
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Lotus Emeya worth the extra £45,540 over the MG IM5?
The Lotus Emeya costs £45,540 more than the MG IM5. For that premium it adds 75 miles more WLTP range, 250 kW faster peak rapid charging and 52 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Lotus Emeya comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Lotus Emeya or the MG IM5?
The MG IM5 is £45,540 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £184 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 £45,500 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Lotus Emeya and MG IM5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 316 miles for the Lotus Emeya and 217 miles for the MG IM5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Lotus Emeya goes roughly 98 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Lotus Emeya or the MG IM5?
The MG IM5 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 45 mm narrower than the Lotus Emeya. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 440 mm of total clearance for the MG IM5 and about 395 mm of total clearance for the Lotus Emeya.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .