GAC EMPOW
GAC EMPOW
GS
₱1.225 Million
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MG 5
MG 5
1.5L MT Core
₱698,888
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GAC EMPOW vs MG 5 Comparison

Find below the detailed Cars comparison of GAC EMPOW and MG 5, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the GAC EMPOW priced at ₱1.225 Million, while MG 5 is priced at ₱698,888 . If we compare the technical specifications, GAC EMPOW houses 1497 engine whereas MG 5 engine displacement stands at 1498.

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Overview: EMPOW vs MG 5

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Engine Displacement 1497 cc 1498 cc
Power 168 hp 112 hp
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.64/5
11 reviews
4.31/5
26 reviews
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Comfort --
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Performance --
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User Review Comparison
  • Designed keeping in mind late-evening commuters

    I use my car for daily commutes in the city between my office and every weekend I take it to my parents’ house on the outskirts. This routine has...

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    Christian Sep 15, 2025 for GAC EMPOW 55
  • Offers the practicality of an estate car

    The MG5 has been one of the best purchases of my life. The range has exceeded what the manufacturer has stated. It is practical and very comfortable....

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    Mark Sep 15, 2025 for MG 5

From The Experts

Things we like

Aggressive and sporty design

Long list of features

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Comfortable ride quality

Spacious cabin

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Things we don't like

Restricted headroom at the rear

Steering lacks feel at higher speeds

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Engine feels underpowered at lower RPMs

CVT feels lethargic while high-speed overtakes 

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Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 47 L 45 L
Length 4700 mm 4601 mm
Width 1850 mm 1818 mm
Height 1432 mm 1489 mm
Wheel Base 2736 mm 2680 mm
Ground Clearance 125 mm 118 mm
No Of Doors 4 4
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Volume -- 512 L
Kerb Weight -- 1185 kg
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Engine Details

Engine 1.5L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 1.5L Gasoline Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
Emission Norm Compliance -- Euro 5

Performance

Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Engine Displacement 1497 cc 1498 cc
Power 168 hp 112 hp
Torque 270 Nm 150 Nm
RPM At Max Power 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
RPM At Max Torque 1500-4000 RPM 4500 RPM
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Adjustable Tilt
Steering Type Electric Power Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Drums
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Torsion Beam

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Gear Box 7-Speed 5-Speed
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle No --

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes No
Wheel Covers No Yes
Alloy Wheel Size 16 Inch 15 Inch
Tyre Size 215/60 R16 195/65 R15
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R16 R15
Spare Tyre Size 215/60 R16 195/65 R15
Spare Tyre Material Alloy Steel
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags No No
Side Airbag-Front No No
Knee Airbags No No
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes --
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Front Parking Sensors No No
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera No Yes
360 Camera No No
Park Assist No No
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes --
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes No
Electric Parking Brake Yes No
Blind Spot monitor No No
Lane Departure Warning System No No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No No
Vehicle Stability Control System -- No
Side Airbag-Rear -- No
Downhill Assist Control -- No
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes --
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control No No
Air Quality Control Yes --
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No No
Ventilated Rear Seats No No
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes No
Central Console Armrest Yes --
Bottle Holder Front & Rear Front & Rear Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes --
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes No
Adaptive Cruise Control No No
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes --
Vanity Mirror Yes --
Automatic Headlamps No Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps Yes No
Memory Seats No No
Head-Up Display No No
Wireless Charger No No
Glove Box Cooling -- No
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch 8 Inch 8 Inch
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 2 2 4 4
Smartphone Connectivity Yes --
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Touch Screen Yes Yes
Apple Carplay/Android Auto -- Yes
Speakers Rear -- Yes
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes

Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats No No
Seat Lumbar Support No No
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Adjustable Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest No --
Fabric Upholstery Yes Yes
Leather Seats No No
Leather Steering Wheel No Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Front -- No
Seat Upholstery -- Fabric Fabric
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror No Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rain Sensing Wiper No --
Rear Window Wiper No No
Rear Window Washer No No
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED Halogen Halogen
Daytime Running Lights No LED LED
Taillight Type LED LED LED LED
Headlamps Washer No No
Sun Roof No No
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper No No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Rear Window Defogger -- Yes
Moon Roof -- No
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Interior

Ambient Light No --
Sun Visors Yes Yes

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GAC EMPOW vs MG 5 FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between GAC EMPOW vs MG 5?

EMPOW is priced at ₱1.225 Million and 5 is priced at ₱698,888. Hence 5 is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between GAC EMPOW vs MG 5?

The GAC EMPOW has power of 168 hp with 270 Nm torque and MG 5 has power of 112 hp with 150 Nm torque. Thus making EMPOW the more powerful as compared to 5.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between EMPOW vs 5?

The EMPOW comes with a ground clearance of 125 mm , on the other hand the 5 comes with a ground clearance of 118 mm , hence the GAC EMPOW has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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Which Car has more safety features between GAC EMPOW vs MG 5?

EMPOW safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor and Electric Parking Brake

5 safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams and Engine Check Warning

The GAC EMPOW has higher number of sefety features than 5, hence GAC EMPOW is more safer than MG 5.

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Which Car has more comfort features between EMPOW vs 5?

EMPOW comfort features: Air Conditioner, Air Quality Control, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror and Follow Me Home Headlamps

5 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Keyless Entry, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear and Automatic Headlamps

The GAC EMPOW has higher number of comfort features than 5, hence GAC EMPOW is more comfortable than MG 5.

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Which is bigger EMPOW or 5?

The EMPOW dimensions are 4700 mm length, 1850 mm width, 1432 mm height while the 5 dimensions are 4601 mm length, 1818 mm width, 1489 mm height. Hence, the EMPOW is more longer, EMPOW is more wider and 5 is more higher.

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