Which is cheaper, the BYD Atto 2 or the MG MGS5 EV?

The BYD Atto 2 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $31,990 versus $40,490 for the MG MGS5 EV, a $8,500 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.

Which has the longer driving range?

The MG MGS5 EV has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 420 km, 75 km further than the BYD Atto 2's 345 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.

Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?

The MG MGS5 EV accepts a peak DC charging rate of 110 kW versus 82 kW for the BYD Atto 2. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.

Which is quicker off the line?

The MG MGS5 EV does 0–100 km/h in 7.5 seconds — 0.4 s quicker than the BYD Atto 2's 7.9 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.

Is the BYD Atto 2 better value than the MG MGS5 EV?

On paper the BYD Atto 2 is $8,500 cheaper, but trails the MG MGS5 EV on the core measurable specs. The saving might still be worth it if you don't need the extra range, power or charging speed — but the MG MGS5 EV is the spec-sheet winner.

Head-to-head

BYD Atto 2 vs MG MGS5 EV

At $31,990 the BYD Atto 2 undercuts the MG MGS5 EV by $8,500 (21%) — but does the premium deliver enough of an edge to justify itself? Here's how the two compare on price, range, charging, safety and warranty.

Option A · SUV

BYD Atto 2

BYD's smallest SUV — slots beneath the Atto 3 with a cheaper from-price. The Blade LFP battery delivers a 345 km WLTP range, with vehicle-to-load and Vehicle-to-Vehicle charging as standard.

From: $31,990
Range: 345 km
Battery: 51.3 kWh

Option B · SUV

MG MGS5 EV

MG's replacement for the older ZS EV — a small SUV with 64 kWh battery, 420 km WLTP range and 110 kW DC charging. The MGS5 lifts MG's small SUV game considerably.

From: $40,490
Range: 420 km
Battery: 64 kWh

Key differences at a glance

The biggest material gaps between the BYD Atto 2 and MG MGS5 EV, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.

1

Range · advantage MG MGS5 EV

The MG MGS5 EV goes 75 km further on a charge (420 vs 345 km WLTP).
2

Battery · advantage MG MGS5 EV

The MG MGS5 EV carries a 12.7 kWh larger battery (64 vs 51.3 kWh).
3

Price · advantage BYD Atto 2

The BYD Atto 2 undercuts the MG MGS5 EV by $8,500 (21%) on starting price.
4

DC charging · advantage MG MGS5 EV

The MG MGS5 EV accepts 28 kW more DC peak charging (110 vs 82 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
5

Warranty · advantage MG MGS5 EV

The MG MGS5 EV covers the vehicle for 1 more year (7 vs 6 yrs).

Spec for spec

Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.

Spec

BYD Atto 2

MG MGS5 EV

Price from

$31,990

$40,490

Range (WLTP)

345 km

420 km

Battery capacity

51.3 kWh

64 kWh

Motor power

130 kW

Torque

290 Nm

250 Nm

0–100 km/h

7.9 s

7.5 s

Efficiency

—

DC fast charging

82 kW

110 kW

Boot

400 L

453 L

ANCAP

—

Vehicle warranty

6 yrs

7 yrs

Where the BYD Atto 2 wins

▸ Cheaper by $8,500

Where the MG MGS5 EV wins

▸ 75 km longer WLTP range
▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.5s vs 7.9s)
▸ Faster DC charging peak (110 kW vs 82 kW)
▸ Longer warranty (7 years)

BYD Atto 2

What we like

✓ Australia's cheapest electric SUV at $31,990
✓ Blade LFP battery (industry-leading safety chemistry)
✓ 8-year battery warranty

What we don't

✕ Modest 345 km WLTP range
✕ Single-phase 7 kW AC charging only
✕ Not yet ANCAP tested

MG MGS5 EV

What we like

✓ 7-year vehicle warranty (extendable)
✓ Strong DC charging peak for the segment
✓ Genuine improvement over old ZS EV

What we don't

✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
✕ AC charging at 7 kW only (single-phase)
✕ Cabin materials clearly cost-engineered

Frequently asked: BYD Atto 2 vs MG MGS5 EV

Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.

Which is cheaper, the BYD Atto 2 or the MG MGS5 EV?: The BYD Atto 2 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $31,990 versus $40,490 for the MG MGS5 EV, a $8,500 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
Which has the longer driving range?: The MG MGS5 EV has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 420 km, 75 km further than the BYD Atto 2's 345 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?: The MG MGS5 EV accepts a peak DC charging rate of 110 kW versus 82 kW for the BYD Atto 2. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
Which is quicker off the line?: The MG MGS5 EV does 0–100 km/h in 7.5 seconds — 0.4 s quicker than the BYD Atto 2's 7.9 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
Is the BYD Atto 2 better value than the MG MGS5 EV?: On paper the BYD Atto 2 is $8,500 cheaper, but trails the MG MGS5 EV on the core measurable specs. The saving might still be worth it if you don't need the extra range, power or charging speed — but the MG MGS5 EV is the spec-sheet winner.

Which one should you buy?

The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.

Choose the

BYD Atto 2

if…

✓ you want to save $8,500 on the sticker
✓ you match the profile: first ev buyers

See the BYD Atto 2 →

Choose the

MG MGS5 EV

if…

✓ maximum range matters (75 km further per charge)
✓ you match the profile: suburban families

See the MG MGS5 EV →

Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.