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MG S5 EV vs VW ID.5 (2022-2023)
Selected trimSE Long RangeChange trim298 mi · 64 kWh · £31,495
Selected trimPro 77kWh 174PS · 2022-23Change trim316 mi · 77 kWh · £49,735
At a glance
In this comparison, MG S5 EV leads on value for money and city driving, while the VW ID.5 leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MG S5 EV if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the VW ID.5 (2022-2023) 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 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The VW ID.5 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMG
MG
6.8
VW
5.4
Motorway RangeVW
MG
4.1
VW
5.4
FamilyVW
MG
6.3
VW
8.3
ChargingVW
MG
3.9
VW
4.4
Cost Per MileVW
MG
4.8
VW
5.5
City DrivingMG
MG
6.6
VW
6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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MG S5 EV
VW ID.5
Length
MG S5 EV4,476mm-123mm
VW ID.54,599mm
Width
MG S5 EV1,849mm-3mm
VW ID.51,852mm
Height
MG S5 EV1,621mm
VW ID.51,618mm-3mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MG S5 EVSE Long Range | VW ID.5Pro 77kWh 174PS |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,476 mm | 4,599 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,849 mm (better) | 1,852 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,094 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,621 mm | 1,618 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m | 10.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 551 mm spare (better) | 548 mm spare |
People & luggage
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Full specifications
| Specification |  MG S5 EV SE Long Range |  VW ID.5 Pro 77kWh 174PS |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.48m | 4.60m+123mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.85m+3mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.09m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.62m-3mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.73m | 2.77m+41mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 453L | 539L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1441L | Not available |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.53m | 10.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,680kg (better) | 2,128kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,000kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 64kWh | 77kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 298 mi | 316 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 139kW (better) | 135kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £31,495 (better) | £49,735 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2022–2023 |
* MG S5 EV: 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 | MG S5 EVSE Long Range | VW ID.5Pro 77kWh 174PS |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 298 miles | 316 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 208 miles | 263 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 min (better) | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 139 kW (better) | 135 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 155 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 62.1 kWh | 77 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
MG S5 EV
SE Long Range
VW ID.5
Pro 77kWh 174PS
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | MG S5 EVSE Long Range | VW ID.5Pro 77kWh 174PS |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £20,214 | £18,990 |
| Average used price | £20,595 | £20,824 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 6 listings | 37 listings (better) |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 88% over ~6 months | Down 1.6% over ~6 months |
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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Check a lease quote
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - MG S5 EV SE Long Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant82%
Vulnerable Road Users82%
Safety Assist78%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - VW ID.5 Pro 77kWh 174PS
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist85%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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Buying options
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MG S5 EV
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
VW ID.5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
MG S5 EV
- £23,4902026Cars2View
VW ID.5
- £19,2502022Car360View
- £24,9992023Car360View
- £22,8962022Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the VW ID.5 worth the extra £18,240 over the MG S5 EV?
The VW ID.5 costs £18,240 more than the MG S5 EV. For that premium it adds 86 litres more boot space. The MG S5 EV is not just cheaper - it also offers 42 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.5 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MG S5 EV or the VW ID.5?
The MG S5 EV is £18,240 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 S5 EV comes out roughly £18,240 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 S5 EV and VW ID.5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 208 miles for the MG S5 EV and 263 miles for the VW ID.5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The VW ID.5 goes roughly 56 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MG S5 EV or the VW ID.5?
The two are within 3 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 551 mm of total clearance for the MG S5 EV and about 548 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.5. The VW ID.5 also turns in a 0.3 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MG S5 EV or the VW ID.5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the MG S5 EV and 84% for the VW ID.5. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Further reading
Explore buying and ownership guides to help you choose between these electric cars.
GuideBuying a Used MG S5 EV (2025 on): Standard vs Long Range & What to Pay
A used MG S5 EV buyer’s guide: the 49 kWh and 64 kWh versions, SE vs Trophy, MG’s 7-year warranty and how to keep it, heavily discounted new cars vs nearly new, real-world range, what owners report and a printable checklist.
GuideBuying a Used VW ID.5 (2022 on): Pro, Pro Performance or GTX, Software, Range & What to Check
A used VW ID.5 buyer’s guide: Pro 174 PS, Pro Performance and GTX vs the 2024-on 286 PS Pro, the software issues and updates, the heat pump, warranty left, the door-handle recall, real-world range, what to pay vs new with the grant, and a printable checklist.
Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .