Head-to-head
Volkswagen ID.4 vs MG IM6
Just $1,000 separates the Volkswagen ID.4 and MG IM6 on starting price, but the MG IM6 goes 126 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.
Option A · SUV
Volkswagen ID.4
Volkswagen's mainstream electric SUV — the cornerstone of VW Group's MEB platform that also underpins the Cupra Born, Skoda Enyaq and Audi Q4. Mainstream pricing and traditional VW build quality.
- From
- $59,990
- Range
- 544 km
- Battery
- 77 kWh
Option B · SUV
MG IM6
MG IM6 — SUV companion to the IM5 sedan. Same battery options, same chassis architecture, but in a taller body. 670 km WLTP range puts it ahead of most rivals at the price.
- From
- $60,990
- Range
- 670 km
- Battery
- 75 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Volkswagen ID.4 and MG IM6, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage MG IM6
The MG IM6 goes 126 km further on a charge (670 vs 544 km WLTP).
- 2
0–100 km/h · advantage MG IM6
The MG IM6 is 3.6 s quicker to 100 km/h (4.9 s vs 8.5 s).
- 3
Power · advantage MG IM6
The MG IM6 puts down 40 kW more (250 vs 210 kW).
- 4
DC charging · advantage Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 accepts 22 kW more DC peak charging (175 vs 153 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 5
Price · advantage Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 undercuts the MG IM6 by $1,000 (2%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Volkswagen ID.4 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,000
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (175 kW vs 153 kW)
Where the MG IM6 wins
- ▸ 126 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (4.9s vs 8.5s)
Volkswagen ID.4
What we like
- ✓ Mainstream pricing under $60,000
- ✓ Strong 544 km WLTP range from the Pro variant
- ✓ 175 kW DC charging keeps it road-trip viable
What we don't
- ✕ Software has been a sore point for VW Group
- ✕ Modest 0–100 for the price
- ✕ VW dealer EV experience still patchy
MG IM6
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 670 km WLTP range
- ✓ 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ Practical SUV body with 520 L boot
What we don't
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ MG dealer experience varies on premium tier
- ✕ Software inherited from China market
Frequently asked: Volkswagen ID.4 vs MG IM6
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Volkswagen ID.4 or the MG IM6?
- The Volkswagen ID.4 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $59,990 versus $60,990 for the MG IM6, a $1,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The MG IM6 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 670 km, 126 km further than the Volkswagen ID.4's 544 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 Volkswagen ID.4 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 175 kW versus 153 kW for the MG IM6. 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 IM6 does 0–100 km/h in 4.9 seconds — 3.6 s quicker than the Volkswagen ID.4's 8.5 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
MG IM6
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (126 km further per charge)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: tesla model y cross-shoppers
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.