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MG5 EV vs Peugeot e-408
Selected trimSE Standard Range · 2022-24Change trim199 mi · 50.3 kWh · £30,995
Selected trimAllureChange trim283 mi · 58 kWh · £34,265
At a glance
In this comparison, MG MG5 EV leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the Peugeot e-408 leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MG5 EV if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Peugeot e-408 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MG MG5 EV leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValuePeugeot
MG
4.7
Peugeot
5.8
Motorway RangeMG
MG
3.3
Peugeot
2.3
FamilyPeugeot
MG
5
Peugeot
6.6
Cost Per MileMG
MG
4.5
Peugeot
3.9
City DrivingMG
MG
6.2
Peugeot
4.7
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 | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £30,995 (better) | £34,265 |
| Official range | 199 miles | 283 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 479 L (better) | 471 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 40 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 8.3 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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MG5 EV
Peugeot e-408
Length
MG5 EV4,600mm-87mm
Peugeot e-4084,687mm
Width
MG5 EV1,818mm-41mm
Peugeot e-4081,859mm
Height
MG5 EV1,543mm
Peugeot e-4081,478mm-65mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MG5 EVSE Standard Range | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,600 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,818 mm (better) | 1,859 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,056 mm (better) | 2,062 mm |
| Height | 1,543 mm | 1,478 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m (better) | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 582 mm spare (better) | 541 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MG5 EVSE Standard Range | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 479 L (better) | 471 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1456 L | 1545 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 500 kg (better) | 0 kg |
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.
Peugeot e-408
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  MG5 EV SE Standard Range |  Peugeot e-408 Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.60m | 4.69m+87mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.86m+41mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 2.06m+6mm |
| Height | 1.54m | 1.48m-65mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.66m | 2.79m+128mm |
| Ground Clearance | 136mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 479L (better) | 471L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1456L | 1545L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m (better) | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,562kg (better) | 1,806kg |
| Towing Capacity | 500kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50.3kWh | 58kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 199 mi | 283 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 87kW | Not available |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £30,995 (better) | £34,265 |
| Price after EV grant | £30,995 (not eligible) | £32,765 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Estate | Estate |
| Available | 2022–2024 | 2023+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | MG5 EVSE Standard Range | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 199 miles | 283 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 166 miles | 177 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 40 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 87 kW | Not available |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 7.4 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 161 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 46 kWh | 58 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| 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 | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.3 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 115 kW | 157 kW (better) |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 475 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
MG5 EV
SE Standard Range
Peugeot e-408
Allure
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MG5 EV
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-408 Allure
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant76%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist65%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | MG5 EVSE Standard Range | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 8 years (better) |
| Battery warranty distance | 0 km | Not available |
Buying options
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MG5 EV
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Peugeot e-408
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
MG5 EV
- £11,6952022Drive GreenView
- £12,8952022Drive GreenView
- £14,6952023Drive GreenView
Peugeot e-408
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot e-408 worth the extra £3,270 over the MG MG5 EV?
The Peugeot e-408 costs £3,270 more than the MG MG5 EV. For that premium it adds 84 miles more WLTP range and 42 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MG MG5 EV comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MG MG5 EV or the Peugeot e-408?
The MG MG5 EV is £3,270 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £176 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the MG MG5 EV comes out roughly £3,270 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 Peugeot e-408 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 166 miles for the MG MG5 EV and 177 miles for the Peugeot e-408 - 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 Peugeot e-408?
The MG MG5 EV is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 41 mm narrower than the Peugeot e-408. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 582 mm of total clearance for the MG MG5 EV and about 541 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-408. The MG MG5 EV also turns in a 0.6 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 Peugeot e-408?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the MG MG5 EV and 84% for the Peugeot e-408. That gives the MG MG5 EV a modest edge in retained real-world range. The MG MG5 EV's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Peugeot e-408's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. The Peugeot e-408 has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the MG MG5 EV.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .