MG MGS5 vs Toyota Fortuner
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular SUVs compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Price Breakdown
The MG MGS5 starts from $44,990 before on-road costs, while the Toyota Fortuner opens at $45,990. That makes the MG MGS5 the more affordable entry point by $1,000.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $49,489 and $50,589 respectively.
The MG MGS5 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Toyota Fortuner, as a petrol model, does not qualify.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the MG MGS5 by roughly $7,470 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
Drivetrain
The MG MGS5 uses a Electric Motor producing 125kW and 250Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.2 seconds.
The Toyota Fortuner responds with a Diesel making 150kW and 500Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.5 seconds.
The Toyota Fortuner has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 125kW. In the real-world sprint, the MG MGS5 is 1.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The MG MGS5 measures 4,476mm long on a 2,730mm wheelbase, 319mm shorter than the Toyota Fortuner at 4,795mm (2,745mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Toyota Fortuner generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 453L in the MG MGS5 and 200L in the Toyota Fortuner, giving the MG MGS5 a 253L advantage. The Toyota Fortuner seats 7 vs 5.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.0m diameter
Good
Based on 11.0m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $672/year for the MG MGS5 and $2,166/year for the Toyota Fortuner. That is a $1,494 annual difference in favour of the MG MGS5.
Estimated annual total: $672 (MG MGS5) vs $2,166 (Toyota Fortuner). The MG MGS5 saves you roughly $1,494 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Warranty: 10 years / 999,999km (MG MGS5) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Toyota Fortuner). The MG MGS5 has longer coverage.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the MG MGS5 if: You want the lower entry price, need more boot space, want lower running costs, value a longer warranty, or prefer MG's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Toyota Fortuner if: You prioritise performance, or prefer Toyota's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The MG MGS5 takes 4 of 6 key spec categories and comes in at a lower price. The MG MGS5 will save you roughly $1,494 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the MG MGS5 has a clear edge. The MG MGS5 adds peace of mind with a longer 10-year warranty. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, MG MGS5 and Toyota Fortuner?
The MG MGS5 is the cheapest at $44,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Toyota Fortuner by $1,000.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Toyota Fortuner uses the least fuel at 7.6L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Toyota Fortuner all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The MG MGS5 has the largest boot at 453L.
Which can tow the most?
The Toyota Fortuner has the highest braked towing capacity at 3,000kg.
Which has the best warranty?
The MG MGS5 has the longest warranty at 10 years / 1000k km.
Which is the most powerful?
The Toyota Fortuner makes the most power at 150kW. The MG MGS5 is quickest to 100km/h in 8.2s.
Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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