Head-to-head
MG 4 vs MG ES5
At $30,990 the MG 4 undercuts the MG ES5 by $9,500 (23%) — but does the premium deliver enough of an edge to justify itself? Here's how the two compare on price, range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · Hatch
MG 4
Rear-wheel-drive small hatch from China's SAIC that consistently undercuts every European rival. The 10-year/250,000 km warranty is unmatched in the segment.
- From
- $30,990
- Range
- 350 km
- Battery
- 51 kWh
Option B · SUV
MG ES5
MG's compact electric SUV — confirmed for Australian launch 2026, slotting between the MGS5 EV and MG4 hatch in the lineup.
- From
- $40,490
- Range
- 425 km
- Battery
- 64 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the MG 4 and MG ES5, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage MG ES5
The MG ES5 goes 75 km further on a charge (425 vs 350 km WLTP).
- 2
Battery · advantage MG ES5
The MG ES5 carries a 13.0 kWh larger battery (64 vs 51 kWh).
- 3
Warranty · advantage MG 4
The MG 4 covers the vehicle for 3 more years (10 vs 7 yrs).
- 4
Price · advantage MG 4
The MG 4 undercuts the MG ES5 by $9,500 (23%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the MG 4 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $9,500
- ▸ Longer warranty (10 years)
Where the MG ES5 wins
- ▸ 75 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.6s vs 7.7s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (130 kW vs 117 kW)
MG 4
What we like
- ✓ 10-year vehicle warranty is class-leading
- ✓ Rear-wheel drive gives it real chassis balance
- ✓ Excellent value at sub-$31,000
What we don't
- ✕ Base 51 kWh battery range trails Dolphin
- ✕ Cabin materials are clearly cost-engineered
- ✕ Software lags behind competitors
MG ES5
What we like
- ✓ MG's long warranty backing
- ✓ Strong DC charging peak for the segment
- ✓ Competitive pricing target
What we don't
- ✕ Pricing not yet confirmed
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP rated
- ✕ Crowded small SUV segment
Frequently asked: MG 4 vs MG ES5
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the MG 4 or the MG ES5?
- The MG 4 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $30,990 versus $40,490 for the MG ES5, a $9,500 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The MG ES5 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 425 km, 75 km further than the MG 4's 350 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The MG ES5 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 130 kW versus 117 kW for the MG 4. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Is the MG 4 better value than the MG ES5?
- On paper the MG 4 is $9,500 cheaper, but trails the MG ES5 on the core measurable specs. The saving might still be worth it if you don't need the extra range, power or charging speed — but the MG ES5 is the spec-sheet winner.
- Which has the longer warranty?
- The MG 4 is covered by a 10-year vehicle warranty, versus 7 years for the MG ES5. Both also carry separate high-voltage battery warranties — check the manufacturer's site for the latest kilometre and condition limits.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
MG 4
if…
- ✓ you want to save $9,500 on the sticker
- ✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (3 more years of cover)
- ✓ you match the profile: first-car buyers
Choose the
MG ES5
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (75 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: value-led families
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.