Verdict
These sedans sit far apart in a Malaysian buyer’s budget. The MG 5 costs RM93,800, while the Toyota Camry is RM221,800; that RM128,000 gap also brings 201 hp and 246 Nm against 112 hp and 150 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h time from 11.5 to 8.9 seconds. The Camry is 245 mm longer, has a 145 mm longer wheelbase and a 524-litre boot. But the MG counters with a sunroof, folding rear seat and much lower RM90 annual road tax versus RM867.
Pick the MG 5 if RM93,800 pricing, RM90 road tax, a sunroof and a folding rear seat matter more than outright performance and cabin space.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you want 201 hp, an 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time, a 524-litre boot and more advanced driver-assistance hardware.
Key differences
- Price: MG 5 RM93,800; Toyota Camry RM221,800.
- Power and torque: MG 5 112 hp and 150 Nm; Toyota Camry 201 hp and 246 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: MG 5 11.5 seconds; Toyota Camry 8.9 seconds.
- Wheelbase and boot space: MG 5 2,680 mm and 401 litres; Toyota Camry 2,825 mm and 524 litres.
- Annual road tax: MG 5 RM90; Toyota Camry RM867.
- Rear suspension: MG 5 torsion beam; Toyota Camry double wishbone.
5
- RM128,000 cheaper to buy.
- RM777 lower annual road tax.
- Sunroof and one-piece folding rear seat.
- 112 hp and 150 Nm trail the Camry’s 201 hp and 246 Nm.
- 401-litre boot is 123 litres smaller.
- Lane-keeping only warns; the Camry adds steering correction.
Camry
- 201 hp, 246 Nm and 8.9-second 0-100 km/h pace.
- 524-litre boot and 2,825 mm wheelbase.
- Adaptive cruise control, lane steering correction and auto high beam.
- RM128,000 more expensive and RM777 costlier in annual road tax.
- Fixed rear seats, where the MG 5 has a folding rear bench.
- No sunroof or navigation, both fitted to the MG 5.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM93,800✓ | RM221,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM867 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 112 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 246 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | iCVT | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,675 mm | 4,920 mm |
| Width | 1,842 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 401 litres | 524 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R17 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | Space Saver |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Primetra S | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | Fixed Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC vent | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Manual Rear Sun Shades |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain | — |
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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5 vs Camry FAQ
Is the MG 5 or Toyota Camry better?
The Toyota Camry is the more capable car on these specifications, with 201 hp, a 524-litre boot, adaptive cruise control and steering lane assistance. The MG 5 is the rational pick when the RM128,000 purchase gap and RM90 annual road tax carry more weight.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Camry costs RM128,000 more than the MG 5. Its annual road tax is also RM777 higher, at RM867 versus RM90.
Which sedan has the larger boot?
The Toyota Camry has the larger boot at 524 litres, compared with 401 litres in the MG 5. The MG 5 does, however, have a one-piece folding rear seat, while the Camry’s rear seats are fixed.