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MG5 EV vs Vauxhall Frontera
Selected trimSE Standard Range · 2022-24Change trim199 mi · 50.3 kWh · £30,995
Selected trimDesignChange trim186 mi · 44 kWh · £23,995
At a glance
In this comparison, MG MG5 EV leads on family practicality, while the Vauxhall Frontera leads on running costs and city driving.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the MG5 EV if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Vauxhall Frontera if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Vauxhall Frontera edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
MG
4.7
Vauxhall
5
Too close to call
Motorway Range
MG
3.3
Vauxhall
3.6
Too close to call
FamilyMG
MG
5
Vauxhall
3
Cost Per MileVauxhall
MG
4.5
Vauxhall
6.2
City DrivingVauxhall
MG
6.2
Vauxhall
6.7
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | MG5 EVSE Standard Range | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £30,995 | £23,995 (better) |
| Official range | 199 miles (better) | 186 miles |
| Boot space | 479 L (better) | 460 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 40 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 8.3 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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MG5 EV
Vauxhall Frontera
Length
MG5 EV4,600mm
Vauxhall Frontera4,385mm-215mm
Width
MG5 EV1,818mm
Vauxhall Frontera1,795mm-23mm
Height
MG5 EV1,543mm-117mm
Vauxhall Frontera1,660mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MG5 EVSE Standard Range | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,600 mm | 4,385 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,818 mm | 1,795 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,056 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,543 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m (better) | 11.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 582 mm spare | 605 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MG5 EVSE Standard Range | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 479 L (better) | 460 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1456 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 500 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
MG5 EV
- At 4,600 mm, shorter than 90% of estate EVs in our UK catalogue.
- 10.6 m turning circle, tighter than 100% of estate EVs in our database.
Vauxhall Frontera
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  MG5 EV SE Standard Range |  Vauxhall Frontera Design |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.60m | 4.38m-215mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.79m-23mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | Not available |
| Height | 1.54m | 1.66m+117mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.66m | 2.67m+11mm |
| Ground Clearance | 136mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 479L (better) | 460L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1456L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m (better) | 11.05m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,562kg (better) | 1,573kg |
| Towing Capacity | 500kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50.3kWh (better) | 44kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 199 mi (better) | 186 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 87kW | 100kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £30,995 | £23,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £30,995 (not eligible) | £22,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Estate | SUV |
| Available | 2022–2024 | 2025+ |
* Vauxhall Frontera: 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 | MG5 EVSE Standard Range | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 199 miles (better) | 186 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 166 miles (better) | 155 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 40 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 87 kW | 100 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 46 kWh (better) | 43.8 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | MG5 EVSE Standard Range | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.3 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
| Power | 115 kW (better) | 83 kW |
| Torque | 280 Nm (better) | 125 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
MG5 EV
SE Standard Range
Vauxhall Frontera
Design
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MG5 EV
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | MG5 EVSE Standard Range | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £10,395 | £15,949 |
| Average used price | £11,295 | £15,949 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 143 listings (better) | 1 listing |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 8.6% over ~6 months | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Vauxhall Frontera Design
Vauxhall Frontera Design
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 | MG5 EVSE Standard Range | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 8 years (better) |
| Battery warranty distance | 0 km | 160,000 km (better) |
Buying options
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MG5 EV
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Vauxhall Frontera
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
MG5 EV
- £11,6952022Drive GreenView
- £12,8952022Drive GreenView
- £14,6952023Drive GreenView
Vauxhall Frontera
- £15,9492026Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the MG MG5 EV worth the extra £7,000 over the Vauxhall Frontera?
The MG MG5 EV costs £7,000 more than the Vauxhall Frontera. For that premium it adds 32 kW more power and a 3.8s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Vauxhall Frontera comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MG MG5 EV or the Vauxhall Frontera?
The Vauxhall Frontera is £7,000 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Vauxhall Frontera comes out roughly £7,080 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 MG5 EV and Vauxhall Frontera like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 166 miles for the MG MG5 EV and 155 miles for the Vauxhall Frontera - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MG MG5 EV or the Vauxhall Frontera?
The two are within 23 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 605 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Frontera and about 582 mm of total clearance for the MG MG5 EV. The MG MG5 EV also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MG MG5 EV or the Vauxhall Frontera?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the MG MG5 EV and 90% for the Vauxhall Frontera. 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. The Vauxhall Frontera has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the MG MG5 EV.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
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