MG5 VS VW ID.3 VS HYUNDAI KONA ELECTRIC – WHICH IS OUR REAL WORLD MILES PER £ WINNER?

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This comparative test pits the MG5 Long Range, Volkswagen ID.3 Pro, and Hyundai Kona Electric against each other to determine real-world efficiency and value for money. While the MG5 offers the lowest purchase price per mile of range on paper (WLTP), the real-world test reveals a different story. The Hyundai Kona Electric emerges as the most efficient in practice, achieving 4.08 miles per kWh, despite a slightly longer charging time. The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro lands in the middle for efficiency (3.67 miles/kWh) and charging speed, making it a strong contender for overall value. The MG5, while cheapest to buy, proved the least efficient in the real-world test (3.63 miles/kWh) and had a slightly slower charging experience, despite its initial appeal. The review highlights that while WLTP figures are useful, real-world testing is crucial, and charging speed is becoming as important as range for many consumers.