UK-based car publication What Car? has bestowed the “2024 Best Electric Hot Hatch” award to the MG 4 electric vehicle (EV). This is the said model’s second year of clinching this accolade.
The UK-spec MG 4 EV XPower
In particular, the MG electric vehicle model was praised by the awarding group’s panel of judges for its affordable price. “The MG 4 is very well priced, yet this hasn’t been achieved by cutting corners,” Said What Car? Editor Steve Huntingford.
The team likewise found that its UK-spec XPower variant was peppy as it was capable of zero to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds. And despite being a sporty “hot hatch,” the judges found that it remained practical for family use.
Apart from the MG 4 EV hatchback the same publication also gave the MG5 EV as the “Best Electric Estate” and the MG ZS EV as the “Best Electric SUV for Value.” Like the MG EV4, these two EVs each received the same respective awards from 2023.
Of note, the MG 4 EV is already available in the Philippines. It was launched back in October 2023 alongside the MG Marvel R crossover.
For the Philippine-spec version of the MG 4 EV, it gets two options: the STD and the Lux. For the STD, its 51-kWh battery and motor produce up to 168 horsepower and 250 Nm of torque torque. The higher-spec Lux meanwhile, uses a 64 kWh motor combo that outputs 203 horsepower and 250 Nm of torque.
Philippine-spec MG 4 EV STD
The range for the STD spans 350 km, while the Lux has slightly more at 435 km. For both trims, power is sent to the rear wheels. According to MG Philippines, the Lux trim has a zero to 100 km/h time of 7.1 seconds.
Besides their relatively peppy powertrains, the Philippine-spec MG 4 EV gets a tech-heavy interior and plenty of advanced driver-assistive (ADAS) features.
Price-wise, the MG 4 EV STD retails at Php 1,468,888, while the top-spec MG 4 EV Lux retails at Php 1,738,888.
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Know more about MG 4 EV 2024
The MG 4 EV is a compact five-seater hatchback electric vehicle (EV). For the Philippine market, it has two variants, the MG 4 EV Standard priced at Php 1,468,888, and the top-spec MG 4 EV Lux which retails at Php Php 1,738,888.
The Lux trim uses a 150 kW motor that offers a range of 435 km. It can produce up to 201 horsepower and 250 Nm of torque at maximum. The STD trim meanwhile, gets a 125 kW motor that can churn out 168 hp and 250 Nm of torque. It also offers a range of 350 km. Both trims are rear-wheel-drive.
Size-wise, the MG 4 EV is 4,287mm long, 1,836mm wide, and 1,504mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,705mm.
Locally, the MG 4 EV’s closest rival is the Nissan LEAF.
MG 4 EV Launch
MG Philippines officially launched the MG 4 EV on October 2023. At launch, its two available variants are the Standard and the Lux. These trims are priced at Php 1,468,888 and Php 1,738,888 respectively.
MG 4 EV Exterior
On the outside, the MG 4 EV leans towards the sporty side thanks to its sharp closed-off nose and its smooth lines. Available exterior equipment on the MG 4 EV includes LED headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, power-folding and power-adjustable side mirrors, and a set of 17 or 18-inch aero wheels depending on the trim. Size-wise, the MG 4 EV is 4,287mm long, 1,836mm wide, and 1,504mm tall. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,705mm.
MG 4 EV Interior
Inside, the MG 4 EV gets a stylish interior leaning on the minimalist side. It does, however, come with plenty of features like an electronically adjustable driver’s seat, a dial-type gear selector, a floating-type center console, and a push-to-start button.
For the rear cabin, it gets a 60:40 split-folding seat. Likewise present is an automatic climate control system, and plenty of soft-touch leather and fabric interior surfaces.
Technology & Safety Features
Positioned on the flat dashboard of the MG 4 is a 10.25-inch touchscreen. This comes standard with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity. The touchscreen is linked to a four-piece speaker system, and a wireless smartphone charging pad is provided.
For safety, this MG model gets a total of six airbags, anti-lock braking, electronic brakeforce distribution, stability control, cornering brake control, hill-hold control, and traction control, among others.
Those are supported by an intelligent speed alert, lane keep assist, blind spot monitor, autonomous emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control.
Other safety features aboard the MG 4 are rear parking sensors, a 360-degree view camera (Lux), ISOFIX child seat anchors, speed-sensing door locks, and an engine immobilizer.
MG 4 EV Engine
The Standard variant of the MG 4 gets a motor that can generate up to 168 horsepower and 250 Nm of torque. It offers a range of up to 350 km.
The Lux variant meanwhile, packs a powerplant that can generate 201 hp and 250 Nm of torque. It has a range of up to 435 km.
There are three available color options for the 2024 MG 4 EV. There’s red, orange, and black.
The MG 4 EV is the most competitively priced model within its segment. It undercuts even the Nissan LEAF, which is touted as the most affordable Japanese-branded EV in the country. But despite its affordability, the MG 4 is a sporty ride that’s filled to the brim with features. It has an especially tight turning radius that one should experience via a test drive. Its one weakness though, is the lack of color options since it only has three.
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