Which is cheaper, the MG 4 or the MG MGS5 EV?

The MG 4 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $30,990 versus $40,490 for the MG MGS5 EV, a $9,500 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.

Which has the longer driving range?

The MG MGS5 EV has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 420 km, 70 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 4 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 117 kW versus 110 kW for the MG MGS5 EV. 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 MGS5 EV?

On paper the MG 4 is $9,500 cheaper, but the MG MGS5 EV edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.

Which has the longer warranty?

The MG 4 is covered by a 10-year vehicle warranty, versus 7 years for the MG MGS5 EV. Both also carry separate high-voltage battery warranties — check the manufacturer's site for the latest kilometre and condition limits.

Head-to-head

MG 4 vs MG MGS5 EV

At $30,990 the MG 4 undercuts the MG MGS5 EV 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 MGS5 EV

MG's replacement for the older ZS EV — a small SUV with 64 kWh battery, 420 km WLTP range and 110 kW DC charging. The MGS5 lifts MG's small SUV game considerably.

From: $40,490
Range: 420 km
Battery: 64 kWh

Key differences at a glance

The biggest material gaps between the MG 4 and MG MGS5 EV, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.

1

Range · advantage MG MGS5 EV

The MG MGS5 EV goes 70 km further on a charge (420 vs 350 km WLTP).
2

Battery · advantage MG MGS5 EV

The MG MGS5 EV 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 MGS5 EV by $9,500 (23%) on starting price.
5

Boot · advantage MG MGS5 EV

The MG MGS5 EV swallows 90 L more cargo with the rear seats up (453 vs 363 L).

Spec for spec

Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.

Spec

MG 4

MG MGS5 EV

Price from

$30,990

$40,490

Range (WLTP)

350 km

420 km

Battery capacity

51 kWh

64 kWh

Motor power

125 kW

130 kW

Torque

250 Nm

0–100 km/h

7.7 s

7.5 s

Efficiency

16.0 kWh/100 km

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DC fast charging

117 kW

110 kW

Boot

363 L

453 L

ANCAP

5★

—

Vehicle warranty

10 yrs

7 yrs

Where the MG 4 wins

▸ Cheaper by $9,500
▸ Faster DC charging peak (117 kW vs 110 kW)
▸ Longer warranty (10 years)

Where the MG MGS5 EV wins

▸ 70 km longer WLTP range
▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.5s vs 7.7s)

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 MGS5 EV

What we like

✓ 7-year vehicle warranty (extendable)
✓ Strong DC charging peak for the segment
✓ Genuine improvement over old ZS EV

What we don't

✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
✕ AC charging at 7 kW only (single-phase)
✕ Cabin materials clearly cost-engineered

Frequently asked: MG 4 vs MG MGS5 EV

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

Which is cheaper, the MG 4 or the MG MGS5 EV?: The MG 4 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $30,990 versus $40,490 for the MG MGS5 EV, a $9,500 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
Which has the longer driving range?: The MG MGS5 EV has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 420 km, 70 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 4 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 117 kW versus 110 kW for the MG MGS5 EV. 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 MGS5 EV?: On paper the MG 4 is $9,500 cheaper, but the MG MGS5 EV edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
Which has the longer warranty?: The MG 4 is covered by a 10-year vehicle warranty, versus 7 years for the MG MGS5 EV. 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

See the MG 4 →

Choose the

MG MGS5 EV

if…

✓ maximum range matters (70 km further per charge)
✓ you regularly load it up (90 L more boot)
✓ you match the profile: suburban families

See the MG MGS5 EV →

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.