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.
For the Lux trim, it uses a 150 kW motor that offers 435 km of range. At maximum, it can produce up to 201 horsepower and 250 Nm of torque. 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.
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.
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.
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.
Tech and safety
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.
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.