Verdict
The MG 5 costs RM93,800, RM9,912 more than the Nissan Almera at RM83,888, but the gap buys a much fuller cabin and safety kit: six airbags, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, 360-degree camera and 17-inch wheels. It is also 180 mm longer and 102 mm wider. The Almera counters with a 482-litre boot, 81 litres more than the MG, plus 5.4 L/100 km rated economy and just RM20 annual road tax. Its 152 Nm arrives at 2,600 rpm, well before the MG’s 150 Nm at 4,500 rpm.
Pick the MG 5 if you want six airbags, a 360-degree camera and a 10.25-inch Apple CarPlay/Android Auto screen despite the RM9,912 higher price.
Pick the Nissan Almera if lower purchase cost, 5.4 L/100 km rated economy and its 482-litre boot matter more than equipment.
Key differences
- Price: MG 5 RM93,800; Nissan Almera RM83,888
- Dimensions: MG 5 4,675 mm long and 1,842 mm wide; Nissan Almera 4,495 mm and 1,740 mm
- Boot space: MG 5 401 litres; Nissan Almera 482 litres
- Safety: MG 5 has 6 airbags; Nissan Almera has 2 airbags
- Wheels: MG 5 17-inch alloys; Nissan Almera 15-inch alloys
- Fuel tank and road tax: MG 5 45 litres and RM90/year; Nissan Almera 35 litres and RM20/year
5
- Six airbags, blind-spot information and lane-departure warning
- 10.25-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 360-degree camera, power driver’s seat and rear air-con vents
- RM9,912 more expensive
- 401-litre boot is 81 litres smaller
- RM90 annual road tax versus RM20
Almera
- 482-litre boot with 60:40 split-folding rear seats
- Rated at 5.4 L/100 km
- 152 Nm arrives from 2,600 rpm
- Only two airbags versus six
- No reverse camera or navigation
- 15-inch wheels versus 17-inch alloys
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM93,800 | RM83,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM20✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 999 cc |
| Horsepower | 112 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 99 hp at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 150 Nm at 4,500 rpm | 152 Nm at 2,600 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 75 mm × 84.8 mm | 72.2 mm × 81.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | iCVT | Xtronic CVT |
| Gears | — | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.4 L/100 km |
| Co2 | — | 125 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,675 mm | 4,495 mm |
| Width | 1,842 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 35 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 401 litres | 482 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R17 | 195/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 195/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Primetra S | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Single-zone |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC vent | — |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | Radio with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain | 5 Times Free Service |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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5 vs Almera FAQ
Is the MG 5 or Nissan Almera better?
The MG 5 is better equipped, with six airbags, a 360-degree camera, 17-inch wheels and a 10.25-inch infotainment screen. Choose the Almera instead for its larger 482-litre boot, rated 5.4 L/100 km economy and lower running costs.
What is the price difference?
The MG 5 costs RM9,912 more than the Nissan Almera. That buys six rather than two airbags, a 360-degree camera, 10.25-inch touchscreen and 17-inch wheels, but not a larger boot.
Which sedan has the bigger boot?
The Nissan Almera has the bigger boot at 482 litres, against 401 litres for the MG 5. It also has a 60:40 split-folding rear seat, while the MG uses a one-piece folding rear seat.
