NEW MG4 review - the CHEAPEST and BEST electric car you can buy? | What Car?

[@jamesmccormack3229]

I find it so strange that everyone is shouting for cheaper EVs with good range and charge ability. Then wen a brand makes a cheaper EV the reviewers all say oh the problem is cheap plastics and use words like cost cutting. It's not cost cutting at all MG have made a cheap (or cheaper) EV than the VW brands and uses similar materials as what is in the Corsa E for a lot less money. It has great range and decent interior for the price compared to its competitors. Has a better infotainment than VW and again much cheaper. We should be celebrating a brand with a 7yr warranty finally making cheaper EVs rather than cutting them down saying they are using cheaper plastics etc, of course they are they are making a cheaper EV. For the price the spec list and warranty and range, charge etc is very very good!

[@Brian-om2hh]

But no matter James. The car will stand in the market, and buyers will make their own judgements. Those whom deem the overall quality, or the fit and finish not quite to their liking, will have the option of paying more for something else.....

[@musclerent]

99.5% of reviewers are correctly representing this car. Unfortunately this particular reviewer has a problem with anything that isn't a Tesla. I remember him talking down the Kia EV6 and saying similar stuff. The MG 4 is a true game changer and IF enough cars can be imported I can see it being the #1 ev best seller, easily

[@itekani]

What nobody talks about is that MG is a state owned Chinese brand. So all your money goes to a dictatorship that threatens neighbouring countries and has many human rights issues. And before someone whines about "but everything's made in China already"... there are alternatives and especially for cars, which is one of the biggest single investments most people will ever do, it doesn't hurt to think one more time.

[@musclerent]

@@itekani Volvo are Chinese too with more Chinese brands arriving as soon as Q4 2022. So what is the alternative to an MG at this price point...nothing comparable even remotely. And it can't be ignored that many components in a Mercedes, BMW, VW group, Tesla, Stellantis group car and others are filled with Chinese bit and pieces. Whilst I agree with you regarding China and what they are getting up to I really can't see an alternative apart from something smaller and more expensive and slightly less Chinese...that war has been lost many years ago...blame western politicians and greed

[@itekani]

@@musclerent The difference is Geely (that owns Volvo) is a private company, while SAIC (that owns MG) is state owned. Volvo also design and manufacture cars in Europe while MG is all made in China. It is not black or white, like you say, it is just that to me MG is the worst option in this regard.

[@iconicshrubbery]

My car has ' scratchy plastic' and 1: I never feel the need to scratch it. 2: it's easy to keep in good shape. In fact, one never gives it a second thought, but its an obsession with car review channels.

[@Colin623]

Agreed, why keep picking on and dwelling on the downsides when you are paying so little in comparison ! Scratchy plastics is the last thing I would worry about, and those plastic wheel trims look great and so much cheaper to replace when kerbed ! Great little car in my opinion.

[@martian9999]

scratchy plastic always beats soft plastic, because you inhale the fumes the soft stuff is leaching.

[@darrenball4620]

The MG6 was slated for the scratchy plastic interior, and yet EVERY passenger, young and old, that went in my car commented how nice it was inside. So I pay no attention to reviewers who 'scratch' the plastic now...

[@saxon-mt5by]

@@Colin623 And if you really don't like those wheel trims then just take them off - there are perfectly acceptable alloys underneath, they are just not so fuel-efficient.

[@Colin623]

@@saxon-mt5by Yes I see that, but I like the trims to be honest, but always have the choice which is a plus.

[@richardmartin1419]

I like it. It looks like a finished product, whereas the ID.3 looks like a half-finished prototype that Volkswagen decided to rush into production, with the Cupra Born representing the finished article. For the money, the MG4 seems to be pretty much unbeatable.

[@IwillBwaiting]

I like how they use the brit brit MG name thingy while they put it together in countries far, far away. Support local economies please, no matter where one lives. edit; Greetings from Holland.

[@martynmorris8160]

@@IwillBwaiting Same as BMW do with Mini!

[@PaulMansfield]

@@IwillBwaiting so, just need to win the lottery to buy an electric Lotus. Wait, Lotus aren't British. How about Morgan? Don't make EVs. I guess an H2 River Simple? Not on sale. Any ideas?

[@IwillBwaiting]

@@PaulMansfield The first idea that comes to my mind is that you could start with trying to understand what you are reading. The next idea that comes to me is that I will point out one big thing you have missed completely. I am from Holland, aka the Netherlands. We have no brands atm that produce cars. Many Dutch humans however drive a car. The ones that understood how things work in life made sure they put effort into their life. Most of those people care not what they need to spend, so they can choose any brand. The ones that were busy with others or just not taking care of their own lives are now complaining that they cannot afford things and have to look for the cheapest thing available which fits within their budget to continue the path they chose. Those humans want the most for the least. No effort needed. So the humans who are in charge of their body mind and soul, will go to a baker and not a supermarket. The baker is a bit further away and even costs but the bread is fresh and probably a bit more healthy. I am fully aware of the brands that are being produced in the UK, but as with the baker; France produces cars as does Germany. Both a bit further away and also probably a bit more dear, depending on the brand, but still pretty local. It never hurts to save up another year instead of spending now (if one has to!) and in the long run, a well put investment will come with rewards. One will either enjoy it longer or one can reap the benefits when one passes with it. Most German cars at least hold its value far better than most other brands (no matter the country or brand). I will eloborate a bit further with an example: At work some co-workers drive Asian cars and some drive (mainly) German cars but others are European. The ones driving Asian cars always complain about how expensive life is, always go twice on holiday to an all-in resort in Turkey or Spain and buy a new car every 2-3 years. The other co-workers never complain about money or expenses, go on holiday once per year or maybe once in two years, to Hawaii, or Scotland, and buy a new car every 4-5 years roughly. I can see this pattern throughout the whole company, no matter the level or working environment. The non-complainers are also more easy to deal wit, without all the fuzz, and get the things done, while not trying to get the things done and complaining about it seems more important than actually doing it. edit: elaborate

[@Neojhun]

@@IwillBwaiting "Support local economies please, no matter where one lives" Soo I can not buy a car?

[@colinrenfrew48]

For the money, it’s impressive. Makes the ID3 look very overpriced.

[@MOSSFEEN]

All EVs are way Overpriced

[@jameschapman4824]

@@MOSSFEEN That is true but this is much closer to the price of a new ICE car, I think you would agree.

[@Brian-om2hh]

Although the true validity of that statement might only be known at trade-in time.......

[@Brian-om2hh]

@@MOSSFEEN These days the actual purchase price is no longer a major factor, because many new cars are acquired via PCP agreements.

[@leapy99]

@@Brian-om2hh or when the true cost of CO2 is known.

[@verboseEV]

you can map climte controls to the joystick on the stearing wheel. Also the materials are cheap in every car in this class...even the EQA or the Q4 ETron have cheap plasik and glossy piano finish.

[@gadgetgasspoll]

NICE

[@deltajohnny]

Thanks! 👍👍

[@alanwayte432]

So actually better quality than new Golf MK8 and VAG production that seems to be I. Quality free fall

[@saxon-mt5by]

Yes, another reviewer who doesn't do his research before opening his mouth.

[@witton6475]

A very competitively packaged car. Almost £10k less than a CUPRA Born! Yes the hard plastics are more obvious but what do you expect for the money. Definitely worth considering imo.

[@siasek]

I think the ride and interior feel will be better in the MG4. The Cupra Born looks good in photos, but in reality it's a masked wretch. The interior is awful, the audio quality is terrible, and the overall tuning of the car is terrible. I had the most disappointing show drive with the Cupra Born. I wanted to buy it, but it was a terrible experience. I look forward to driving the MG4.

[@neverquit2470]

Exactly 💯

[@6770connor]

But then again the iD3 has hard plastics everywhere apart from the steering wheel and a small section of the dashboard so really isn’t any better than the MG

[@siasek]

ID3 is definitely not better. Just the ultra slow and cluttered infotainment, they should learn from the Chinese at VW. And that awful, completely unusable touch steering wheel. :( I still think it's a joke from VW. We don't know yet what the audio quality is in the MG4, but I also believe that it will be better than in the ID3 with a speaker only in the front and terrible quality. Another joke from VW. I really don't understand who buys ID3 for that money. The price-performance ratio is completely out of line with reality.

[@steverichmond7142]

There is nothing wrong with the interiors of MG. They are easy to clean and practical. Nothing drops off unlike Mercs and BMW.

[@openmindedbloke]

Sat in the Cupra and found it very cheap. But at this price, the MG can be forgiven. Sounds a bargain. Good for consumers to start seeing value ev's.

[@justinstephenson9360]

Yet it is still a country mile better than the ID3's interior. I guess we will need to see Skoda's version to get a properly built and decent interior version

[@CharlieGB03]

With the VW Golf starting from £25,300 in the UK (27/08/2022), £700 extra for an EV of a similar size is amazing! Finally electric cars are competitive with petrol powered cars. This will sell like hot cakes

[@Brian-om2hh]

Both the Nissan Leaf and MG5 have been available for a while at sub £25k prices if you look around...

[@CharlieGB03]

@@Brian-om2hh Yes but that’s not the official price. I’m sure once more MG4’s come on sale there will be some discounts on them too.

[@Afkhh]

Sure, sure. Prices of electricity gone up , good luck with ur electric cars. Thank to the EU.

[@CharlieGB03]

Prices of petrol has also gone up. And it’s Russia which caused this increase in electricity, not the EU…

[@Afkhh]

@@CharlieGB03 but not 200% or 300%... Please.

[@nodak81]

We need a lot more cars like this over here in the USA. Everything is gigantic with an equally gigantic price tag. Those of us that aren't rich can't afford anything, especially when it comes to EV cars.

[@vitolu6727]

MG is owned by a Chinese state-owned company, so you know what the US government will do.

[@colddiesel]

Dream on nodak. This car will be subject to a 25% minimum import duty into the USA and get none of the Federal subsidies. Support for Detroit will exploit the American consumer whoever is in power in Washington.

[@dundas666]

In future could you include 'efficiency' in your reviews, i.e. miles per kWh. Much more important than 0-60 or quality of plastics.

[@hurbrowns5397]

For sure! Like, sir. You're reviewing an affordable EV, talking to average consumers and not posh millionaires who cares about interior scratchy plastics.

[@rivergladesgardenrailroad8834]

much much more

[@JakobusVdL]

what is the miles/km per kwh for the MG4?

[@randomdoda]

Just to say went for a test drive today and I was impressed enough to put an order. I didn’t like using the touch screen for climate control, but it turned out you can use the steering wheel physical controls to control climate control without the touchscreen. I was impressed at the thoughtfulness. Much easier to use than trying to tap the screen while moving.

[@rivergladesgardenrailroad8834]

yes, reviewers lack of knowledge...

[@Andydwyer99]

A couple of things I would add in this video: The Aero wheels are designed for weight saving and aerodynamic purposes. There are two shortcut buttons on the steering wheel which can be programmed to take you directly to various sections : i.e. climate control on right button and drive mode or regen settings on left button.

[@peterbsimkins]

Plastic wheel covers! 😱 Same as a £48k+ Telsa then 🤔

[@bermudavipertv]

Which Whatcar voted car of the year 2020! No badge snobbery going on here.

[@craigmck7271]

It seems odd he thought it was an issue and never commented the model 3 & y is the same!

[@kin9225]

Many potential buyers would never consider MG as it’s not in their radar, but this car would definitely change that!!

[@Brian-om2hh]

It's a similar story with Skoda. Some simply disregard Skoda because of it's badge. Yet Skoda are now producing cars which stand comparison with any other mass market cars at a similar price point. And in fact they're better than some.....

[@chrispack3131]

Just ordered one after the test drive!

[@samsam2409]

Same here

[@WhiskyMonsta]

To produce a car like that for under 30k is superb. Well done MG. This will put some cost pressures on other makes and hopefully see the average price of an EV to continue to drop.

[@FTFLCY]

And how are European manufacturers supposed to compete with Chinese wages and state money?

[@WhiskyMonsta]

@@FTFLCY British Layland, Rover MG had plenty of UK Gov money and managed to make the worst cars and go bust.

[@Brian-om2hh]

@@WhiskyMonsta You can thank the unions for that I think.

[@DC-wq6hx]

From someone outside the US and EU. That's up to the government working with the business community to figure out. As a consumer all I care about is if my hard earned money purchases gets me something with range and a decent quality. ​@@FTFLCY

[@subevo35]

Our 1st gen ZS ev. Is very comfortable and soft over bumps . Lovely to drive.

[@briangriffiths1285]

Those of us that bought the early ZS EVs took a leap of faith with MG. That car once debugged has proved brilliant as a family car. Not exciting to drive maybe, but a joy to own and easy to drive on long distance A roads and motorways.. MG listened to the comments and produced a Mk2 which is a better specced car. The MG4 looks like a winner; most folks that can't afford an Audi finish will be very happy with the interior. Other manufacturers will have to play catch up to provide vfm.

[@geraldh.8047]

Were the bugs and limitations in the early ZS EV ever fixed or only in the Mk2 ? I remember from a Bjorn Nyland review that the car had distance following radar but when breaking it doesn’t use regenerative breaking 😅

[@briangriffiths1285]

@@geraldh.8047 Not a feature of the car I have ever used because I don’t do much motorway driving. But if the battery is full regeneration doesn’t work anyway so there would need to be an algorithm to sort that. If you drive mainly on southern A roads, they aren’t dual carriageway nor white lined well enough to use the auto driving features. On narrow streets the brakes get applied when pedestrians walk on the edge of the pavement.

[@briangriffiths1285]

@@geraldh.8047 The bugs were fixed. It is a great car but without the added features of an app and timed charging or climate control.

[@musclerent]

@@geraldh.8047 The mk1and 2 ZE ev's can't regen when the adaptive cruise control decides to slow the car down, but the MG4 and 5 can't do that either. It's a shame but not the end of the world. Otherwise MG Pilot which is rarely mentioned in reviews is pretty good. Reviewers really don't seems to know too much about cars they are testing and seem fixated on super cars, cars that 95% of us will never own

[@kin9225]

I’ve placed an order for Trophy after my brother told me about the MG4 otherwise I’d never have considered a MG as it’s out of my radar and I am first in line in my dealers waiting list!!

[@CastleKnight7]

Nice! I must admit the volcano orange definitely catches the eye, but personally I’d prefer it in white with 10 more miles of range.

[@nickevans7049]

lol fool

[@darrenmitchell5262]

Great looking car and superb value for money. MG really have come a long way since being under Chinese ownership, with each new model getting better and sales and market share increasing as a result.

[@jupiterfive3379]

You can’t rave about how cheap the car is compared to other E.V.s, then in the next breath, complain about 'cost cutting'. What DO you want ?

[@Brian-om2hh]

He's simply giving an honest and subjective appraisal of the car. If you were seriously contemplating buying one, then you'd drive it and examine it yourself, and decide if you could live with the compromise, if indeed you felt there was one......

[@josmith2062]

If you see an EV review and they don't mention the battery chemistry then take it for a grain of salt! The type of battery you have is IMPORTANT! -- It determines whether can charge it to 100%, how long it will last, how much power it will have and its safety standards.

[@niallbenn]

I think it’s an LPF battery for the base model which is better for degradation and can take 100% charges with less damage.

[@niallbenn]

They’re also considered to be safer as far as I’m aware.

[@joey-pn3xe]

Please enlighten us

[@robertrichards2493]

SR is LFP, LR ternary chemistry.

[@oliverskinner8962]

@@niallbenn do you have any idea as to why the standard range doesn't have a battery buffer or reserve ? It has a 51kwh battery but 50.8kwh usable that's only 0.2kwh for reserve buffer and balancing ! And does this mean the degradation will start straight away with no buffer to hide it ? Other LFP cars like Tesla model 3 have at least 2kwh 10x more in reserve !

[@donaldduck5731]

Ideal affordable little family electric car, probably will need to stop to charge every 200 miles or so on longer journeys, but I can’t see that being a big problem. Thing is exactly what people have been asking for, will sell like hot cakes I should imagine.

[@paulday8676]

So a match for the ID3's interior quality BUT with an infotainment system that works, for around £10K less! Apparently you can program one of the steering wheel buttons to toggle the brake regen settings but not sure how true this is. Also I've heard the smaller battery is LFP chemistry, and if so, you can repeatedly charge it to 100%, so day to day it'll have as much range as the larger battery charged to 80%.

[@xiaoyang9758]

saic mg4 battery supply by CATL use both LFP battery and Ternary lithium battery , the 51kwh model use LFP , 64kwh model use ternary lithium battery.

[@rivergladesgardenrailroad8834]

@@xiaoyang9758 what is the difference please ?

[@xiaoyang9758]

@@rivergladesgardenrailroad8834 lfp battery is heavy then ternary battery，but it's safer cheaper and less degeneration.

[@nickevans7049]

@@xiaoyang9758 bollocks

[@niallbenn]

Is the plastic covering not the same as aero covers on other EV’s wheel like Tesla?

[@gman5218]

Exactly

[@pauld7827]

The 'Naff plastic covering' on the wheels reduces drag and can be removed to show off the alloy wheels underneath. Scratchy plastics, well I don't really notice them on my ZS EV Trophy Connect series 2. However, when we rented a 'premium' Audi in Sweden, my expectations did not meet the reality. There were a lot of 'scratchy plastics' and nowhere near the tech found in the MG. I always remember going to the launch of the Land Rover Discovery. After going over all sorts of obstacles, the driver turned to me and said: 'Land Rover, I don't know how they do it for the money!' I don't think he'd get away with it now, but MG certainly would!

[@ionutgeanta8741]

i really like it, and is really good to see no nonsense cars bringing the price down. and looks really good with that electric blue

[@sammuslu2992]

I have a MG zs auto, had it 3 years now,no problems whatsoever,was cheap as chips,just needed a cheap reliable car with long (7years!) Warranty, only cost me 14k new, MG are the ones to look out for.....

[@richardjansen3838]

Thank you MG for doing what everyone is talking about. Great car in all areas.

[@howardjones8629]

We hired one of these for two weeks transport round rural french Alps recently, brilliant car! Super efficient, comfortable, quick, spacious for 4 adults. Ours wasnt able to add shortcuts on the steering controls, so having to repeatedly switch of MG pilot and changing to Eco via the central screen was a pain. But would seriously consider one! One benefit of wheel trims is they're cheap to replace if damaged (if you car about that type of thing).

[@muzzerhutton6830]

A lot of EVs have cheap plastic in them but how many have a 7 year warranty and the range for that price can't think of any

[@alanwallace8059]

7 year warranty, you have to go abroad to get anyway near that from a VAG product, MG and KIA and others will force this issue of UK customers being taken for a ride on warranties in general and EVs in particular.

[@timscott3027]

This is definitely on my list for a new car, if I ever buy another one. Im enjoying running my fabia 6yrs still going strong, hopefully in a few years we'll have some good alternatives. I'm hoping this car will force VW/Skoda/seat to pull out all the stops and make a decent Id2/id3 successor, instead of a good but very flawed and expensive id3 as it is now.

[@mala5914]

No mention of lack of rear screen wiper (important safety issue), no mention of lack of parking sensors (safety issue), no mention of the car constantly bleeping at you which must be turned off every time you set off to drive (major and unnecessary IRRITATION issue), no mention of claimed 280 mile range vs actual (real life) range of 200 miles, apart from that an excellent review, thank you.

[@simon-c2y]

I like the wheel covers, as surely they can be cheap to replace? And, they look better than the aero style such as tesla's. Wonder if they are draggy.

[@talkandplay]

That is what i was thinking, any damage..it is a cheap fix.. big plus!

[@Draigthedragon]

Agreed. And from what I've seen of recent EVs at this end of the market, this approach is increasingly common.

[@paulhayes2189]

I do to. Those diamond cut allows are a a bloody nightmare

[@siraff4461]

Lots of common sense in this car which would be looked down on by a lot of people as cheap. It is cheap but thats part of its design and when you're after a day to day car that should be given more thought than a track time.

[@oliverskinner8962]

Totally agree those are the Bentley continental of hub caps ! Also cheaper to replace than a meal out at Bella Italia !

[@HIOP0]

In another review, it was stated that voice control can be used to adjust the HVAC, so no need to worry about touching screens at 65mph.

[@welfiblablabla]

You fail to mention that none of the competitors you list have a frunk either

[@loveclose]

Test drove the MG4 last week (SE version) and was blown away by it. The cheaper interior doesn't shout itself as being cheap - it's actually pretty tolerable! I've ordered the Long Range Trophy for the extra spec. This review is quite balanced, and comments about the infotainment system are also fair. However, two buttons on the steering wheel are programmable, including complete control of the aircon which means you dont' have to scroll around the infotainment system for it whilst driving. Great fun to drive, and can't wait to pick mine up this coming week.

[@catparka7698]

Another step toward what's really needed.

[@dt8101]

1:22 absolutely wrong. MG4 is bigger than ID3. It's noticeably wider than ID3.

[@jameschapman4824]

Looks very good. My PCP ends next year and this will be on my "check out" list for sure.

[@stephenhulme9126]

Just ordered the MG4 ev have a VW id3 now always had vw cars for 40 years the id 3 has a nasty interior the cars good ,never thought I would buy a Chinese car hope I have not made a mistake but with a 7 year warranty who cares

[@DariuszTech]

I'm changing my MG5 for this beauty 😍

[@nickevans7049]

ditto bro

[@howardwologritz2355]

How does this compare size wise to the Nissan leaf inside? I have three car seats I squeeze into a leaf. Also will this be able to tow?

[@BSingh-on4qr]

Keen for the dual motor reviews. 0-100 in 3.8s is insane for the price

[@hamedsaid5927]

I personally think plastic wheel covers is a good idea because Aluminium or other material if get scratch or hit the kerb is painful but plastic would be easil replaced even while running it doesn't seems like plastic

[@jimmyc38]

I watched another review whereby they took the covers off and underneath there were alloy wheels. So it’s not cheap at all

[@hamedsaid5927]

@@jimmyc38 if there are alloys underneath why do they put plastic one's on top 🤔

[@jimmyc38]

@@hamedsaid5927 to make them more aerodynamic

[@jimmyc38]

The Late Brake show about 13 mins in is where it shows it’s an alloy wheel

[@conchalmers8734]

Price alone is going to attract people, everything else is an added bonus. I’d watch out for MG. They’re making a huge comeback now

[@1andtheOnly]

Only thanks to China.

[@Galacticmaster]

Terrible price compared to cheaper petrol and petrol hybrids depending on the model. Not to mention if you can't get a pod point for the charging or have to get one Installed it's an absolute Ball ache

[@conchalmers8734]

@@Galacticmaster I mean considering it’s brand new is cheaper than most Petrol engine cars. You’ve missed the point of my comment

[@Galacticmaster]

@@conchalmers8734 not really loads of new cars at that price point. For electric the price is cheaper but personally i wouldn't buy into electric any time soon as it's still in testing phase, nowhere near mass consumption. also to add MG cars in general are rubbish

[@becomingfr33]

@@Galacticmaster point is they are getting cheaper, and considering how much cheaper they are to run it may well be worth it for a lot of people.

[@Englishman-nz3jm]

With the average ev cost at 30k plus we will see these reduce over time. A standard petrol MG would be less than 20k just like a VW.i had a a Peugeot 208 gt electric which was ok. But at 33k well over priced

[@Brian-om2hh]

But that petrol MG will be worth peanuts in another 4 or 5 years, once the clamour for EV's kicks off big time..... The introduction of Clean Air Zones charging schemes in many towns and cities will shift this up a gear or two....

[@steverichmond7142]

Have you seen the price of a new golf gti? Incredibly expensive.

[@Brian-om2hh]

@@steverichmond7142 £36k

[@steverichmond7142]

@@Brian-om2hh or £310 per month for the base model.

[@ianburnley6873]

A lot of motoring journalists make a lot about scratchy plastics when many people don't care that much, also on the plastic wheel trims over the alloys, so if you scuff them, just buy a new wheel trim instead of spending a fortune on getting your alloy repaired or replaced what's naff about that?

[@dennisp21]

Very impressed. I would like to buy an SE long range The lack of a reversing camera does put me off a bit though.

[@wongcna]

I think SE has revering camera but lack of 360 camera. I would suggest double check with dealer to confirm

[@AutumnWind92]

Can't you people just use mirrors?

[@radustefan9699]

@@AutumnWind92 yah for the make-up while driving 😂

[@erwingobig1954]

People always say bad word on Chinese product, but they never tell you how much they paid for it. If you want better product, just pay more, there are plenty of premium product on the market. Don' t complain if you pay so less.

[@foshie1962]

Why do reviewers waste so much time focussing on the 'scratchy' plastics - in over 40 years of driving I've never once based my purchase on how rough the door tops are ! Its a nice looking car but I'd like to see one with the bump strips on the doors colour coded

[@hurbrowns5397]

You see these motoring journalist got exposed to hundreds of luxury cars and supercars. Their perception had changed. They're not so much in touch with what average car buyer's main concerns any longer.

[@martynmorris8160]

The interior is decent

[@rivergladesgardenrailroad8834]

@@hurbrowns5397 absolutely right mate...

[@robertmarsh3588]

Why wasn't the kWh/mile efficiency covered? Seems a huge miss for a test.

[@tomdavison1152]

You say it's not easy to change AC settings. The right hand programmable button can be set to AC, and when pressed, you can then toggle up or down for temperature or left/right for fan speed without having to remove your hands from the steering wheel. What could be simpler?

[@martynmorris8160]

Even simpler in the Trophy version you can simply change by voice!

[@darowa44]

Wheels look fine … and the plastic caps probably make it less irritating when you inevitably curb them. Cheap plastic feel? Meh … we tested the car yesterday and it’s really impressive. No air vents to the back seats tho … however I live in the tropics most of the time and air to the rear is not such a big thing for the uk climate! Nice car … rapid too.

[@patrickdoughty7405]

Having road tested the MG4, I feel its excellent value for money especially when compared to the VW ID3 and Cupra Born, which seem overpriced

[@RJK59man]

Think it's not a bad looking car. Might be a good deal when there are second hand ones available in a couple or three years time.

[@Brian-om2hh]

Possibly. Although I'd be a tad concerned about longevity....is it built to last? From some reports I've read of the MG ZS EV, there are still indications of the lack of development in some areas.....

[@steveholderness1450]

7 years warranty should help alleviate those fears and residuals are expected to be excellent.

[@paulhayes2189]

Won't be a bargain 2nd hand. Estimated to have 61 percent of list on se long range

[@Brian-om2hh]

@@steveholderness1450 Not if you take into account MG's reluctance to address some issues. I've seen complaint's from MG owners on MG Forums..... That said, I've seen Tesla owners caning Tesla on *their* forums too..... Yer pays yer money etc......

[@martynmorris8160]

It's a good deal now!

[@davelocktalk]

The best thing is it's alot cheaper than its rivals they will have to respond or loose sales.

[@Sto79Be]

"Hard cheaper feeling plastics" So quality is very much comparable to Volkswagen then!

[@damiendye6623]

@Whatcar1👈ON TELEGRAM hello scammer. No price here just trying to take people for a ride.

[@tmanrx7]

😂

[@martynmorris8160]

The interior isn't cheap looking at all, it's actually very good

[@multislipful]

Thanks for the very interesting review - but I don’t think I will ever fully understand the obsession with different plastic finishes - it’s just plastic after all.

[@oliverstemp9132]

Because cheap plastic feels horrible

[@cabra2365]

The mark of a 'proper' car reviewer, haha... or someone who works in the industry. Our local BMW dealer (Midlands) says they can spot the JLR employees a mile off because of their plastic touch obsession. 😂

[@talkandplay]

Agree, unless of course going by the comments here..some people just love stroking their plastic

[@oliverstemp9132]

@@talkandplay buttons, knobs, switches and door handles are always better if they feel nice.

[@AR-zr1om]

I can honestly say I've never stroked my dashboard. I don't know why reviewers are so obsessed

[@grentheoldun]

About time an EV is affordable especially the top of the range model .I know MG make other cars but this one looks modern

[@stevesmith2529]

I have the Cupra Born, as much as i love it. If i'd had the choice at purchase time i would have seriously considered this. As far as i'm concerned the more choice of EV's the better. Especially lower priced models that open the market up for more people at a better price point for everyday folks. There as so many issues with world society ATM it is hard to be ethical about every single one. Just going electric is an improvement on ICE vehicles and in that respect i really don't much care where they come from. As consumers we all have choices and for those of us living in countries where freedom is a given, that is exactly how it should be, Not down to the WOKE generation where we would only be allowed to buy a car made by Mother Theresa

[@mschmiedel]

At around 7:50 "neither are they painfully slow", with 7.9/7.7 seconds from 0-100!?!? What is wrong with that? A GTI is around 6.5 seconds, a normal petrol/diesel car is often around 10 seconds... Even a Zoe or eUp feels decently powered if compared to similar petrol/diesel engines... The figures are similar to the id3/Leaf, it makes an ioniq look slow. Tesla set a very high benchmark with their crazy acceleration values, but in reality such fast cars aren´t really needed, they are just fun to drive... Any electric MG (and most other electric cars) have more than enough power to keep up in any normal situation...

[@PassportToPimlico]

Too quick and many possible drivers will have trouble insuring them. Disabled drivers under 25 have trouble getting EVs under the Motability scheme, pretty much the only one is the Fiat 500 EV.

[@esm7708]

I’ve got a MG ZS EV coming soon and I’d consider side stepping to one of these.

[@martynmorris8160]

I've done just that

[@esm7708]

@@martynmorris8160 I would have but they wouldn't transfer the NHS discount until it's been on sale for a year. The discount is over £3k.

[@martynmorris8160]

@@esm7708 I had the discount too, technically this car is costing me more than the more expensive ZS but I think it's so much worth it.

[@esm7708]

@@martynmorris8160 it probably is but I've bought the car to do mega miles so I'll get over it Enjoy!

[@swordscot]

Amazing value for an electric car on a dedicated platform. Most of its competitors are sitting on old platforms with the ICE engine pulled out and a battery dropped in.

[@rivergladesgardenrailroad8834]

indeed

[@chrisapphillips]

I'd like to see the MG4 compared to the BYD Dolphin and the Ora Good Cat, but I expect we'll have to wait for that.

[@ruprekt1979]

The Volkswagen TCross has really cheap plastics all around the cabin and reviewers say so. However that's fine as it's a Volkswagen.

[@deltajohnny]

Very nice video, but not a single word about its ADAS systems? Is the car well equipped? Nowadays these sytems are very important, and I hope that this MG delivers 👍👍

[@martynmorris8160]

Fully loaded!

[@mala5914]

My home town is surrounded by wind turbines which make the town more or less self sufficient in electricity. If I charge this car overnight then I’ll be approaching ‘near minimal’ environmental damage. Which does make a lot of long term sense.

[@alanjenkins1508]

Now we just need to produce cars like this in the UK and future all electric might become viable.

[@Didier3826]

MG's headquarters and research and development centre is still in the UK but all production comes from China., To keep cost very low has to be manufactured in Asia , made in England would cost over twice the price .

[@tomiskalmar]

Does the SE have keyless entry as well with the keyfob but not with your phone using bluetooth? Or do you need to lock/unlock the car by pressing a button on the keyfob? Thanks!

[@portegobelet]

He recognized that it’s 5k cheaper than any other ev car but trashs the car for 12 min because of the quality of materials…of course it’s gonna be scratchy plastic, people don’t care, they want cheaper electric cars, those who want to pay more will go for premium

[@martynmorris8160]

Especially as the interiors is no better in the iD3!

[@ComettableMabel]

10:13 ah but you do now 😅 in the rand new 73 plate you get a rear wiper, a rear headrest and one pedal driving 👌

[@donaldcampbell8761]

No rear wiper???

[@aleksandrsirenko9887]

Yep, like Ionic 5…

[@martynmorris8160]

Really doesn't need one

[@aleksandrsirenko9887]

@@martynmorris8160 let’s live let’s see

[@HooverLux]

Just bought one, with a 19 week wait. What reviewers seem to miss out is that it has voice command to change heating settings, fan speed and many other features so you don’t have to search through all the menus, it’s always missed out??

[@holzi2k]

Got a 2 year old ID.3 and will sell it for a New MG4.

[@mala5914]

Are MG EV’s reliable compared with other EV’s? Has anyone done comparative reliability tests? Thank you

[@Richard-io9xe]

I already have a new Niro EV so won't be buying one of these. But I am hugely impressed by its quality to price ratio. This car will be a true market disruptor. It makes the ID.3 (and the Niro EV) look ridiculously overpriced.

[@kappa633]

This is great there should be no negative reviews about this car

[@Vermilion2049]

MG need a premium performance car to revive its sports car brand

[@Brian-om2hh]

That isn't really the direction they seem to be going in though. MG seem more focussed on building sales in the value for money sector.

[@Colin623]

The man said next year their will be a sports version that gets to 62 mph in 3.9 seconds ! if that's not sporty then I'm a black man.

[@hurbrowns5397]

Out of the car reviews about MG4, this channel have the best cinematography so far.

[@StevenHaggis]

Looks Fantastic.

[@54stevemac]

It is where the prices should be, it may have some crappy plastic finishes but for the price?and it's not some massive planet killing SUV size.I will definitely look at this and probably hang on for the extended range version in a year or so.

[@tofislam]

Review didn't mention the design. In my opinion it is the best looking MG product and looks pretty good. It will appeal to many people as a first ever EV. Good job MG, as the cost of profiteering is being felt by all. £25k:200+miles:7yrWarranty:GoodLooks: Wellequipped. If reviewers are so caught up with scratching things, they should scratch their heads or balls. Not everyone wants to caress their cars dashboards you bunch of wierdos.

[@PabloSemanas]

Thanks. I´m hoping to be buying in the spring. I was all set on the xpower and now, this new extended range version has my attention. One or the other, I¨m confident I´ll be happy. Thanks for the review.

[@lusiabundgaard1913]

I would have liked to know how silent this car is ,, beside that a great video test ☺️

[@talkandplay]

Most reviews sadly mention road and wind noise..to be expected i guess at this price point.

[@martynmorris8160]

Quite quiet on the move

[@pompoz1202]

Fur such electric car, it would make sense to also mention 0-35 (30) mph. much more interesting for city (or around) commute.

[@djwarren5081]

Looks good and good value for money.

[@camf7522]

I cannot wait for this car to arrive in Australia.

[@JakobusVdL]

same here - for New Zealand ;-)

[@retepyam5858]

This may even be a disruptive product. The only problem I see is MG making enough of them to come to the UK as I suspect they have a real winner on their hands with this one. It would be interesting to know what their production capacity is for this car, especially the Trophy model in Volcano Orange, looks very nice. It will potentially force other companies to bring their prices down, soon as they start losing sales.

[@steverichmond7142]

They are made in China so supply will never be a problem.

[@retepyam5858]

@@steverichmond7142 According to my local dealership they are only producing 8000 till the end of the year and 2000 of those are for the UK. So this year's allocation may be gone quickly, According to them anyway. 🤔

[@steverichmond7142]

@@retepyam5858 MG are made in China by the state owned SEAC company. They may only be supplying sufficient to upset VW and SEAT.

[@martynmorris8160]

@@steverichmond7142 it's SAIC and I don't think they would want to particularly upset VW as they are partners in China.

[@nelsonoliveira1007]

My 2022 Kona EV cost $46,000 Canadian that works to $30,056 Pounds. Worth the money and cost $20 a month to charge from home.

[@MMTRU]

Kona is not based on true EV platform, not fair to compare to MG4

[@nelsonoliveira1007]

@@MMTRU I'm just going on price. Very responsible on price.

[@backwoodsbungalow9674]

UK prices include 20% VAT. How much VAT or Sales Tax do you pay on new cars in Canada?

[@nelsonoliveira1007]

@@backwoodsbungalow9674 That includes GST & PST. Cost $41K plus tax was 46K. I wanted the Ioniq 5 and waited June 2021 till Oct 2021. I couldn't wait any longer and the Kona was available and decided. No regrets. 470 km to 498km all depends if city and more hwy driving.

[@Brian-om2hh]

@@MMTRU Fairness doesn't come into it. It's purely down to what you get, for the money you have to pay to get it....

[@bermudavipertv]

It's a shame you didn't bother to take the aero covers off to see the actual alloy wheels which do exist!

[@grahamralston5662]

Totally value for money. Looks like the Chinese EV's are going to outsell all the other EV's. Style wise, it looks very modern, space wise, do you really need bigger ?

[@techpappee]

The materials etc are how they keep costs lower. You can get better but will pay more as well.

[@davidnguyen3275]

They need to bring this to the US market.

[@Brian-om2hh]

E mail MG and demand it!

[@potter2702]

'The quality of materials is patchy/cheap..' Get real and do your research, for the money it's amazing. Yours is the only review I seen that is mega negative and very lazy.

[@martynmorris8160]

Terrible reviewer

[@keepingcalm]

I’m ok with a scratchy interior, the point of this car is to provide an EV for the masses….this reviewer needs to keep that in mind, this isn’t a Tesla.

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

My father in law has a golf R and inside it is awash with scratchy plastics especially in the rear...

[@jimhughes2641]

Looks an impressive vehicle but like all electric cars way too pricy for the masses. EVs really need to be a lot cheaper to be a significant contender in the market place.

[@hialastair]

and they will in due time as battery manufacturing becomes cheaper, I recall reading that the battery alone costs around £10K+. the reality is that the adoption rate needs to be gradual in order for the infrastructure to improve for the masses.

[@Brian-om2hh]

That's where the used market comes in. There are now used EV's around, so you don't *have* to buy new. There are now even dealers whom sell only used EV's and nothing else...... Many are able to offer help and advice for first time EV buyers, and can provide things like SOH (state of health) reports on battery condition, charge cables etc......

[@hialastair]

@@Brian-om2hh we bought our first EV from drive green, amazing team and service!

[@Brian-om2hh]

@@hialastair Indeed. Drive Green and Go Green Autos seem to be some of the best around.....

[@paulrigbymgredditch7097]

I don't think you'd get much change out of £25 - £30k for most Brand New Vehicles these days, so I would argue that this car is excellently priced. The equivalent new ford focus starts life at £23k

[@tabpilaps1302]

i think I saw a knee killer right there 3:15 This design is a hazzard one fast break and you can possibly bumb this even worst on a event crash, correct me if im wrong.

[@WildReefer]

Thanx for the early review. Love or hate the MG4, cheap EV's are the most important category, as they get the most ICE engines off the roads and have the biggest impact on the environment. Any progress in that segment is welcome, and most likely it will come from China as most Western companies are focusing on premium models it seems. Looks like the only ones to seriously challenge Chinese manufacturers in that segment are the Koreans lately. Almost everyone else has been left behind.

[@timyang4812]

Good review. Ps the car come with 7 years manufacture warranty too