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MG IM5 vs VW ID.4
Selected trim75 Standard RangeChange trim304 mi · 75 kWh · £39,450
At a glance
In this comparison, MG IM5 stays competitive across the board, while the VW ID.4 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the VW ID.4 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 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The VW ID.4 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueVW
MG
5.1
VW
7.4
Motorway RangeVW
MG
1.7
VW
6.7
FamilyVW
MG
3.3
VW
8.1
ChargingVW
MG
2.2
VW
5.7
Cost Per MileVW
MG
2.4
VW
7.5
City DrivingVW
MG
4.1
VW
6.5
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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MG IM5
VW ID.4
Length
MG IM54,931mm
VW ID.44,584mm-347mm
Width
MG IM51,960mm
VW ID.41,852mm-108mm
Height
MG IM51,474mm-160mm
VW ID.41,634mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | MG IM575 Standard Range | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,931 mm | 4,584 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,960 mm | 1,852 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,077 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,474 mm | 1,634 mm |
| Turning circle | 10 m (better) | 10.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 440 mm spare | 548 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
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How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
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.
VW ID.4
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  MG IM5 75 Standard Range |  VW ID.4 Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.93m | 4.58m-347mm |
| Width | 1.96m | 1.85m-108mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.08m | Not available |
| Height | 1.47m | 1.63m+160mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.95m | 2.77m-179mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 457L | 533L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1290L | 1575L (better) |
| Frunk | 18L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 9.98m (better) | 10.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,180kg | 2,136kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500kg (better) | 1,000kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 75kWh | 79kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 304 mi | 352 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 153kW | 165kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £39,450 | £36,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £39,450 (not eligible) | £35,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
* 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
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| Measure | MG IM575 Standard Range | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 304 miles | 352 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 217 miles | 293 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 65 min | 29 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 153 kW | 165 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 175 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 73.5 kWh | 79 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
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MG IM5
75 Standard Range
VW ID.4
Pro Essential
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
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.
Euro NCAP - VW ID.4 Pro Essential
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users84%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MG IM5 worth the extra £2,455 over the VW ID.4?
The MG IM5 costs £2,455 more than the VW ID.4. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The VW ID.4 is not just cheaper - it also offers 47 miles more WLTP range and 76 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.4 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MG IM5 or the VW ID.4?
The VW ID.4 is £2,455 cheaper to buy. The VW ID.4 is cheaper to charge, roughly £152 a year versus £192 for the MG IM5, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the VW ID.4 comes out roughly £2,655 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the MG IM5 and VW ID.4 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 217 miles for the MG IM5 and 293 miles for the VW ID.4 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The VW ID.4 goes roughly 76 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 65 minutes in the MG IM5 and 29 in the VW ID.4, so the VW ID.4 loses less time at each stop. That makes the VW ID.4 the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MG IM5 or the VW ID.4?
The VW ID.4 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 108 mm narrower than the MG IM5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 548 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.4 and about 440 mm of total clearance for the MG IM5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MG IM5 or the VW ID.4?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the MG IM5 and 84% for the VW ID.4. That gives the MG IM5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The MG IM5's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the VW ID.4's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .