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MG IM6 vs VW ID.5 (2022-2023)
Selected trim100 Long RangeChange trim388 mi · 100 kWh · £47,995
Selected trimPro 77kWh 174PS · 2022-23Change trim316 mi · 77 kWh · £49,735
At a glance
In this comparison, MG IM6 leads on motorway range and charging speed, while the VW ID.5 leads on family practicality, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MG IM6 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the VW ID.5 (2022-2023) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p 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.5 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
MG
5.8
VW
5.4
Too close to call
Motorway RangeMG
MG
6
VW
5.4
FamilyVW
MG
5.1
VW
8.3
ChargingMG
MG
9.1
VW
4.4
Cost Per MileVW
MG
1.8
VW
5.5
City DrivingVW
MG
3.7
VW
6
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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MG IM6
VW ID.5
Length
MG IM64,904mm
VW ID.54,599mm-305mm
Width
MG IM61,988mm
VW ID.51,852mm-136mm
Height
MG IM61,669mm
VW ID.51,618mm-51mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | MG IM6100 Long Range | VW ID.5Pro 77kWh 174PS |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,904 mm | 4,599 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,988 mm | 1,852 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,190 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,669 mm | 1,618 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m | 10.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 412 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 IM6
- 388 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,904 mm, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 396 kW, faster than 100% of SUVs in our catalogue.
VW ID.5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  MG IM6 100 Long Range |  VW ID.5 Pro 77kWh 174PS |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.90m | 4.60m-305mm |
| Width | 1.99m | 1.85m-136mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | Not available |
| Height | 1.67m | 1.62m-51mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.95m | 2.77m-179mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 665L (better) | 539L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1640L | Not available |
| Frunk | 32L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.18m (better) | 10.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,320kg | 2,128kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500kg (better) | 1,000kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 100kWh (better) | 77kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 388 mi (better) | 316 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 396kW (better) | 135kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £47,995 (better) | £49,735 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2022–2023 |
* MG IM6: 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 IM6100 Long Range | VW ID.5Pro 77kWh 174PS |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 388 miles (better) | 316 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 275 miles (better) | 263 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 17 min (better) | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 396 kW (better) | 135 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 182 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 96.5 kWh (better) | 77 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard (better) | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
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MG IM6
100 Long Range
VW ID.5
Pro 77kWh 174PS
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | MG IM6100 Long Range | VW ID.5Pro 77kWh 174PS |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £34,990 | £18,990 |
| Average used price | £35,290 | £20,824 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 10 listings | 37 listings (better) |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 6.2% 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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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - MG IM6 100 Long Range
MG IM6 100 Long 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.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 IM6
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
VW ID.5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
MG IM6
- £35,4582026Car360View
- £35,2902025Cars2View
- £34,9902026Cars2View
VW ID.5
- £19,2502022Car360View
- £24,9992023Car360View
- £22,8962022Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the VW ID.5 worth the extra £1,740 over the MG IM6?
The VW ID.5 costs £1,740 more than the MG IM6. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The MG IM6 is not just cheaper - it also offers 72 miles more WLTP range, 261 kW faster peak rapid charging and 126 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.5 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MG IM6 or the VW ID.5?
The MG IM6 is £1,740 cheaper to buy. The VW ID.5 is cheaper to charge, roughly £168 a year versus £200 for the MG IM6, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the MG IM6 comes out roughly £1,580 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 IM6 and VW ID.5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 275 miles for the MG IM6 and 263 miles for the VW ID.5 - 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 17 minutes in the MG IM6 and 29 in the VW ID.5, so the MG IM6 loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MG IM6 or the VW ID.5?
The VW ID.5 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 136 mm narrower than the MG IM6. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 548 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.5 and about 412 mm of total clearance for the MG IM6.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MG IM6 or the VW ID.5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the MG IM6 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.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .