Verdict
For RM4,420 less, the Malaysian-assembled MG S5 is the quicker car: 0-100 km/h takes 7.0 seconds against the Dongfeng Vigo’s 9.5 seconds, with 168 hp and 250 Nm. It also gets rear-wheel drive, multi-link rear suspension, a knee airbag and a seven-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty. The Vigo counters with a larger 51.87-kWh battery, 380-km range, 167-kW DC charging and a 500-litre boot. Its 12.8-inch screen is joined by ventilated memory front seats, a panoramic glass roof and 360-degree camera. Choose by priority; the gap is close, but the characters are not.
Pick the Dongfeng Vigo if 380 km of range, 167-kW DC charging, a 500-litre boot and powered ventilated front seats matter more than outright acceleration.
Pick the MG S5 if you want the lower RM104,468 price, 7.0-second 0-100 km/h time, rear-wheel drive and the longer seven-year vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Dongfeng Vigo RM108,888; MG S5 RM104,468.
- Performance: Dongfeng Vigo 161 hp, 230 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 9.5 seconds; MG S5 168 hp, 250 Nm and 7.0 seconds.
- Battery and range: Dongfeng Vigo 51.87 kWh and 380 km; MG S5 49 kWh and 340 km.
- DC charging and V2L: Dongfeng Vigo 167 kW and 3.3 kW; MG S5 120 kW and 2.5 kW.
- Cargo space: Dongfeng Vigo 500 litres; MG S5 453 litres.
- Driveline and rear suspension: Dongfeng Vigo front-wheel drive with torsion beam; MG S5 rear-wheel drive with multi-link.
Vigo
- 51.87-kWh battery and 380-km range.
- 167-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW V2L.
- 500-litre boot, panoramic glass roof and ventilated memory front seats.
- Slower 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time versus 7.0 seconds.
- Costs RM4,420 more despite a shorter six-year vehicle warranty.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension instead of the MG’s multi-link setup.
S5
- RM104,468 price, RM4,420 below the Vigo.
- 168 hp, 250 Nm and 7.0-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- Rear-wheel drive, multi-link rear suspension and driver’s knee airbag.
- 340-km range trails the Vigo’s 380 km.
- 120-kW DC charging and 2.5-kW V2L trail the Vigo’s 167 kW and 3.3 kW.
- 453-litre boot is 47 litres smaller, and the front seats are manual fabric items.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM108,888 | RM104,468✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 161 hp | 168 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 51.87 kWh✓ | 49 kWh |
| EV Range | 380 km✓ | 340 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 7 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 167 kW✓ | 120 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 2.5 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | 7.0 seconds✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,306 mm | 4,476 mm |
| Width | 1,868 mm | 1,849 mm |
| Height | 1,654 mm | 1,621 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 453 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Wanli Harmonic Plus | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Black Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Black Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory & Ventilation | Fabric; Six-way Manual Driver Seat, Four-way Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 1 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Drive Battery | Battery pack 8-yr/180,000 km; motor control unit 8-yr/160,000 km |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Vigo vs S5 FAQ
Is the Dongfeng Vigo or MG S5 better?
The MG S5 is the sharper value choice on price, acceleration, rear-wheel drive and warranty. The Dongfeng Vigo is better for range, DC charging, boot capacity and front-seat equipment. Neither is a clear sweep.
What is the price difference?
The Dongfeng Vigo costs RM108,888 and the MG S5 costs RM104,468, so the Vigo is RM4,420 more expensive. Both have RM120 annual road tax.
Which one is better for longer EV trips?
The Dongfeng Vigo has the advantage for longer runs: its 51.87-kWh battery is rated for 380 km and accepts 167-kW DC charging. The MG S5 has a 49-kWh battery, 340-km range and 120-kW DC charging.