MG MG4 vs Kia K4

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MG MG4
MG MG4

$36,990 - $55,990

2026 price

Kia K4
Kia K4

$23,990 - $52,600

2025 price

Summary

2026 MG MG4
2025 Kia K4
Safety Rating

Electric motor type
Permanent Magnet

Turbo 4, 1.6L
Vehicle type
Battery Electric

Unleaded Petrol
Electric range
452 km

6.7L/100km (combined)
Energy consumption
17.6 kWh/100km

Battery capacity
64.00 kWh

Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Tight rear seat legroom
  • Limited rear seat amenities
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay can be unreliable

  • Hip-killer rear doors!
  • Boot has narrow opening
  • Engine needs a bit more spunk
2026 MG MG4 Summary

Electric cars are becoming more affordable, but cheap doesn't always mean good. As more manufacturers chase buyers looking for an accessible entry into EV ownership, the challenge is no longer simply getting the price down. It's finding an electric car that offers enough range, practicality and everyday usability without making too many compromises along the way.

That's what the updated MG4 Essence 64 is promising. But does it deliver?

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2025 Kia K4 Summary

Kia has launched a new small sedan - the K4 and it replaces the popular Cerato model for our market. A hatchback sibling arrives sometime later this year as a contender against the Toyota Corolla.

With a design that's sharper and far sportier-looking than the model it replaces, will it prove to be as successful?

We're in the flagship GT-Line grade to see what this new sedan has to offer and whether it's a good fit for urban dwellers who don't want another SUV.

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