Which is cheaper, the MG 4 or the MG IM5?

The MG 4 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $30,990 versus $60,990 for the MG IM5, a $30,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.

Which has the longer driving range?

The MG IM5 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 655 km, 305 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 IM5 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 153 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.

Which is quicker off the line?

The MG IM5 does 0–100 km/h in 4.9 seconds — 2.8 s quicker than the MG 4's 7.7 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.

Is the MG 4 better value than the MG IM5?

On paper the MG 4 is $30,000 cheaper, but trails the MG IM5 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 IM5 is the spec-sheet winner.

Head-to-head

MG 4 vs MG IM5

At $30,990 the MG 4 undercuts the MG IM5 by $30,000 (49%) — 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 · Sedan

MG IM5

MG's premium IM sub-brand launches in Australia with the IM5 sedan — a Tesla Model 3 rival with 75 kWh and 100 kWh battery options, 655 km WLTP range, and sub-5-second 0-100 in dual-motor trim.

From: $60,990
Range: 655 km
Battery: 75 kWh

Key differences at a glance

The biggest material gaps between the MG 4 and MG IM5, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.

1

Range · advantage MG IM5

The MG IM5 goes 305 km further on a charge (655 vs 350 km WLTP).
2

Price · advantage MG 4

The MG 4 undercuts the MG IM5 by $30,000 (49%) on starting price.
3

Battery · advantage MG IM5

The MG IM5 carries a 24.0 kWh larger battery (75 vs 51 kWh).
4

Power · advantage MG IM5

The MG IM5 puts down 125 kW more (250 vs 125 kW).
5

Warranty · advantage MG 4

The MG 4 covers the vehicle for 5 more years (10 vs 5 yrs).

Spec for spec

Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.

Spec

MG 4

MG IM5

Price from

$30,990

$60,990

Range (WLTP)

350 km

655 km

Battery capacity

51 kWh

75 kWh

Motor power

125 kW

250 kW

Torque

250 Nm

408 Nm

0–100 km/h

7.7 s

4.9 s

Efficiency

16.0 kWh/100 km

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DC fast charging

117 kW

153 kW

Boot

363 L

480 L

ANCAP

5★

—

Vehicle warranty

10 yrs

5 yrs

Where the MG 4 wins

▸ Cheaper by $30,000
▸ Longer warranty (10 years)

Where the MG IM5 wins

▸ 305 km longer WLTP range
▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (4.9s vs 7.7s)
▸ Faster DC charging peak (153 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 IM5

What we like

✓ Class-leading 655 km WLTP range
✓ 10-year battery warranty
✓ Genuinely quick (sub-5s 0-100)

What we don't

✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
✕ MG dealer network thin on premium product
✕ Software UX inherited from China market

Frequently asked: MG 4 vs MG IM5

Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.

Which is cheaper, the MG 4 or the MG IM5?: The MG 4 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $30,990 versus $60,990 for the MG IM5, a $30,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
Which has the longer driving range?: The MG IM5 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 655 km, 305 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 IM5 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 153 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.
Which is quicker off the line?: The MG IM5 does 0–100 km/h in 4.9 seconds — 2.8 s quicker than the MG 4's 7.7 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
Is the MG 4 better value than the MG IM5?: On paper the MG 4 is $30,000 cheaper, but trails the MG IM5 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 IM5 is the spec-sheet winner.

Which one should you buy?

The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.

Choose the

MG 4

if…

✓ you want to save $30,000 on the sticker
✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (5 more years of cover)
✓ you match the profile: first-car buyers

See the MG 4 →

Choose the

MG IM5

if…

✓ maximum range matters (305 km further per charge)
✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
✓ you regularly load it up (117 L more boot)

See the MG IM5 →

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.