Verdict
The MG S5 costs RM104,468, RM5,512 below the Mitsubishi Xforce at RM109,980. For that, the MG brings a 168 hp, 250 Nm rear motor, 49 kWh battery and 340 km range figure, against the Xforce’s 104 hp, 141 Nm 1.5-litre petrol four-cylinder. It is also 86 mm longer, has an 80 mm longer wheelbase and a 43-litre larger boot. The Xforce fights back with 18-inch wheels, dual-zone climate control and a 360-degree camera, but the MG’s seven airbags and active safety kit are decisive.
Pick the MG S5 if you can charge an EV and want stronger 168 hp performance, 340 km range, a 453-litre boot and autonomous braking for less money.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xforce if you prefer petrol refuelling, a 360-degree camera, front parking sensors and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty cover.
Key differences
- Price: MG S5 RM104,468; Mitsubishi Xforce RM109,980.
- Power and torque: MG S5 168 hp and 250 Nm; Mitsubishi Xforce 104 hp and 141 Nm.
- Energy storage: MG S5 49 kWh battery and 340 km range; Mitsubishi Xforce 42-litre fuel tank.
- Size: MG S5 4,476 mm long with a 2,730 mm wheelbase; Mitsubishi Xforce 4,390 mm and 2,650 mm.
- Boot space: MG S5 453 litres; Mitsubishi Xforce 410 litres.
- Airbags: MG S5 seven; Mitsubishi Xforce four.
S5
- 168 hp and 250 Nm rear motor
- 340 km range figure, 120 kW DC charging and 2.5 kW V2L
- Seven airbags, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist
- No front parking sensors or 360-degree camera
- Single-zone climate control versus dual-zone
- Seven-year warranty is capped at 150,000 km, unlike the Xforce’s unlimited-mileage cover
Xforce
- 360-degree camera with four front and four rear parking sensors
- Dual-zone automatic climate control and ambient lighting
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- 104 hp and 141 Nm trail the MG S5’s 168 hp and 250 Nm
- Four airbags versus the MG S5’s seven
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or lane-keeping assist
What the S5 has over the Xforce
What the Xforce has over the S5
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The S5's wheelbase is 80 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the S5: 453 litres against 410.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM104,468✓ | RM109,980 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,065/mo✓ | RM1,125/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,964✓ | RM3,139 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,281 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.40 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM21,823 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 7.0 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 30 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 75 mm × 84.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 168 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 49 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 340 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 120 kW | — |
| V2L | 2.5 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.0 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,476 mm | 4,390 mm |
| Width | 1,849 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Height | 1,621 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,250 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 453 litres✓ | 410 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 24 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 16 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| 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 | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Fabric; Six-way Manual Driver Seat, Four-way Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 1 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6 Speakers | 8" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree view |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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S5 vs Xforce FAQ
Is the MG S5 or Mitsubishi Xforce better?
The MG S5 is the better-equipped choice on safety and EV hardware, with seven airbags, autonomous braking, 168 hp and 340 km range. Choose the Mitsubishi Xforce instead if petrol refuelling, a 360-degree camera and unlimited-mileage warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The MG S5 is RM5,512 cheaper: RM104,468 versus RM109,980 for the Mitsubishi Xforce.
Which has the larger boot?
The MG S5 has the larger boot at 453 litres, 43 litres more than the Mitsubishi Xforce’s 410 litres. Its wheelbase is also 80 mm longer, at 2,730 mm versus 2,650 mm.
How long does charging take?
The S5's 49.0 kWh battery takes about 7.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 30 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 120 kW peak.