LDV Deliver 7 vs MG MGS5
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular cars 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 LDV Deliver 7 starts from $46,305 before on-road costs, while the MG MGS5 opens at $44,990. That makes the MG MGS5 the more affordable entry point by $1,315.
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 $50,936 and $49,489 respectively.
The MG MGS5 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The LDV Deliver 7, as a petrol model, does not qualify.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the MG MGS5 by roughly $7,615 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.
The MG MGS5 counters with Apple CarPlay that the LDV Deliver 7 does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The LDV Deliver 7 lines up producing 123.5kW and 390Nm of torque, sent through its transmission to a FWD layout.
The MG MGS5 responds with a Electric Motor making 125kW and 250Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.2 seconds.
The MG MGS5 has the clear power advantage at 125kW vs 123.5kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
Boot space is 6300L in the LDV Deliver 7 and 453L in the MG MGS5, giving the LDV Deliver 7 a 5847L advantage.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,195/year for the LDV Deliver 7 and $672/year for the MG MGS5. That is a $1,523 annual difference in favour of the MG MGS5.
Estimated annual total: $2,195 (LDV Deliver 7) vs $672 (MG MGS5). The MG MGS5 saves you roughly $1,523 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the LDV Deliver 7 if: You need more boot space, or prefer LDV's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the MG MGS5 if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, want lower running costs, or prefer MG's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
This is genuinely close. The LDV Deliver 7 and MG MGS5 trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The MG MGS5 will save you roughly $1,523 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the LDV Deliver 7 has a clear edge. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, LDV Deliver 7 and MG MGS5?
The MG MGS5 is the cheapest at $44,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the LDV Deliver 7 by $1,315.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The LDV Deliver 7 uses the least fuel at 7.7L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
None of LDV Deliver 7 and MG MGS5 carry a published ANCAP rating yet — check back as they are tested.
Which has the most boot space?
The LDV Deliver 7 has the largest boot at 6300L.
Which is the most powerful?
The MG MGS5 makes the most power at 125kW.
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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