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MG S5 vs Suzuki Swift Sport

MG S5

MG S5

Verdict

The S5 has a 42% bigger boot, the S5 is about 17% cheaper, while the S5 is 17% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM 108,548RM 130,900
Body typeSUVHatchback
SegmentB-SegmentB-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing
Capacity1,373 cc
Horsepower140 hp
Torque230 Nm
Cylinder ArrangementInline
Timing TypeChain
FuelElectricPetrol
Bore73 mm
Compression Ratio9.9
Number of Motors1
Motor Horsepower168 hp
Motor Torque250 Nm
Battery TypeLithium Iron Phosphate
Battery Capacity49 kWh
EV Range340 km
Charger Type (AC)Type 2
Charging Rate (AC)7 kW
Charger Type (DC)CCS
Charging Rate (DC)120 kW
V2L2.5 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticConventional Automatic
Transmission Name6AT
Gears6
DrivelineRear Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h8 seconds
Rated Economy6.1 L/100 km
Top Speed205 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,476 mm3,890 mm
Width1,849 mm1,735 mm
Height1,621 mm1,495 mm
Wheelbase2,730 mm2,450 mm
Weight970 kg
Fuel Tank37 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space453 litres265 litres
Front Tyre215/60R17195/50R16
Rear Tyre215/60R17195/50R16
Spare TyreTyre Repair KitSpace Saver
Factory TyresKumho Solus HS63Yokohama Advan A13C
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)Japan (CBU)
ChassisUnibodyUnibody
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutsMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkTorsion Beam
Front Wheels17" Alloys16" Alloy
Rear Wheels17" Alloys16" Alloy
Front BrakesVentilated DiscsVentilated Discs
Rear BrakesSolid DiscsSolid Discs
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist)
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee AirbagDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual For Rear DoorsManual for rear doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable On Outer Two Rear SeatsAvailable for two outer rear passenger seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionNo
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsDriver and Front Passenger
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorLED Projector
TaillampsFull LEDLED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsManual Front SeatsManual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-Folding
Front Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlSingle-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear AC Vents
Power Sockets1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 USB-C Rear1 Front
Interior LightingMap LightsFront Cabin Light
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 speakers7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth, Navigation and 6 speakers
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and DownAll Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down
Engine StartKeyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal)Keyless Push Button
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlPassive Cruise Control
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationManual OperationRemote Control Activated
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYesYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorDigital/Analogue
Parking BrakeElectronicHandbrake
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 km100,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer7 years3 years
Warranty Notes8 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain, 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM 120RM 70

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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