BYD eMAX 7 vs MG G50 PHEV
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD eMAX 7 and the MG G50 PHEV as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Mobility Access Philippines Ventures, Inc. (BYD Cars Philippines), an ACMobility company and SAIC Motor Philippines, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: BYD Cars Philippines, via bydcarsphilippines.com.
BYD eMAX 7
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱1,548,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱26,938
Photo: MG Motor Philippines, via mgmotor.com.ph.
MG G50 PHEV
All-New MG G50 PHEV variant
- SRP
- ₱1,398,888
- Est. monthly
- ₱24,344
How they differ
- The MG G50 PHEV is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱1,398,888, which is ₱149,112 (10%) below the BYD eMAX 7 at ₱1,548,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the G50 PHEV is estimated at ₱24,344 a month against ₱26,938 for the eMAX 7, a difference of ₱2,594 a month.
- The G50 PHEV makes more power (299 PS against 163 PS for the eMAX 7).
- The eMAX 7 has more torque (310 Nm against 280 Nm for the G50 PHEV).
- The eMAX 7 claims the longer range (420 km against 95 km for the G50 PHEV).
- The eMAX 7 has the larger battery (55.4 kWh against 18.7 kWh for the G50 PHEV).
- The G50 PHEV is the longer vehicle (4,825 mm against 4,710 mm for the eMAX 7).
- The G50 PHEV sits higher off the ground (180 mm against 170 mm for the eMAX 7).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD eMAX 7Standard, ₱1,548,000 | MG G50 PHEVAll-New MG G50 PHEV, ₱1,398,888 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Permanent magnet synchronous motor, front | 1.5L 4-cylinder dedicated hybrid petrol engine with electric motor (plug-in hybrid) |
| Max power (differs) | 163 PS | 299 PS |
| Max torque (differs) | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 55.4 kWh | 18.65 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) |
| Electric range (differs) | 420 km | 95 km |
| Range test cycle (differs) | NEDC | WLTP per the flyer; the model page labels it NEDC |
| Motor power (differs) | 120 kW | n/a |
| AC charging (differs) | 7 kW | 6.6 kW |
| DC fast charging (differs) | 89 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | DC 0.5 h from 30% to 80%; AC 9 h from 0% to 100% | AC (Type 2): 2.8 hours |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | n/a | Dedicated hybrid transmission |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Front-wheel drive | FWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4710 mm | 4825 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1810 mm | 1825 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 170 mm | 180 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1800 kg | n/a |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.8 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | n/a | 60 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 180 L | 406 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-link | Torsion beam |
| Front brake | Ventilated disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Solid disc | Disc |
| Tyres (differs) | 225/55 R17 | 215/55 R17 |
| Wheels (differs) | Two-tone alloy | 17-inch alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | n/a |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 6 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | 360-degree camera, 4 rear parking sensors, cruise control | Adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, 360-degree camera |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with traction control | n/a |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen | 12.3-inch touchscreen, 6 speakers |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 5-inch LCD | n/a |
| Headlight (differs) | LED | Automatic projector LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with push-button start, NFC card | Smart entry |
| Other features (differs) | Front, side and curtain airbags; Vehicle-to-Load (V2L); top speed 180 km/h; 0-100 km/h in 10.1 s | Vehicle-to-load, second-row captain seats, panoramic sunroof, power tailgate |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | 5 years or 100,000 km, whichever comes first |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (minimum 70% state of health) | 8 years or 160,000 km |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.