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Old 5th July 2022, 11:06   #1
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2023 MG4 EV revealed with 443 BHP & 452 km range; will rival Kia EV6 & VW ID.3

MG has released the first set of official images of its upcoming MG4 electric crossover. The new MG4 EV is said to go on sale in the UK this September.

2023 MG4 EV revealed with 443 BHP & 452 km range; will rival Kia EV6 & VW ID.3-mg4ev1.jpg

The MG4 EV also debuts the brand's new Modular Scalable Platform (MSP) architecture, which will underpin several new models in the future. The company states that the new platform supports wheelbases ranging from 2650 mm to 3100 mm, as well as battery packs from 40 kWh to 150 kWh. The MG4 electric crossover measures 4,287 mm in length, 1,836 mm in width and 1,506 mm in height and has a 2,705 mm wheelbase. This puts it in direct contention with the likes of the Kia EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the Volkswagen ID.3.

2023 MG4 EV revealed with 443 BHP & 452 km range; will rival Kia EV6 & VW ID.3-mg4ev2.jpg

MG has confirmed that its new EV will initially come with a single-motor rear-wheel-drive powertrain with a choice of 167 BHP or 201 BHP. There will, however, be a more powerful 443 BHP dual-motor four-wheel-drive version which will be introduced at a slightly later stage. This performance version is said to be capable of sprinting from 0 - 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds and will have a top speed limited to 160 km/h.

The base 167 BHP variant will come with a 51 kWh battery, while the 201 BHP and 443 BHP trims get a larger 64 kWh battery pack. MG states that the WLTP range of the electric crossover will be between 218 - 281 miles (350 - 452 km).

2023 MG4 EV revealed with 443 BHP & 452 km range; will rival Kia EV6 & VW ID.3-mg4ev3.jpg

In terms of design, the MG4 features a distinctive front end without a grille. It gets aggressively designed LED headlamps and a large MG logo at the centre. The electric crossover also comes with a glass roof, full-width LED tail lights, a skid plate on the rear bumper and aero-style alloy wheels. Inside, the MG4 features a free-standing infotainment screen at the centre, a digital instrument cluster, a two-spoke steering wheel and plenty of other features and tech.

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Old 5th July 2022, 13:25   #2
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This puts it in direct contention with the likes of the Kia EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the Volkswagen ID.3.
This is not going to compete with the likes of EV6 and Ioniq 5. Those are much bigger and premium vehicles and come with 800V architecture.

MG4 will compete with the likes of Hyundai Kona, Kia Niro EV, and MG ZS EV.
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That's a handsome little hatchback. I like that it looks more like a "normal" car than the usual design language of EVs - such as plastic grilles, round sloping rooflines, and exterior accent features in blue or green instead of the regular chrome and aluminium.
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This looks to be a segment below it's main competitors. It might slot in well if priced a dozen lakhs above the MG ZS EV.
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MG4 EV to be showcased at Auto Expo 2023.

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The model will come to India either via CBU or CKD route.
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MG 4 EV vs Kia EV6 (what an alphabet jumble that is ). Inspired design!

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This one should replace ZV EV in India. May be they can increase ground clearance and make it look like a crossover! (Like most compact SUVs in India). The wheelbase of MG 4 is what ZS / Astor is lacking!!

Good to see MG 4 EV scoring 5 stars in Euro NCAP.

This one is being touted as the best (cheapest) EV in UK!


Though in India MG may bring it as CKD, which will place it much above ZS. If localised, can be brought in slightly below ZS.
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This one should replace ZV EV in India. May be they can increase ground clearance and make it look like a crossover! (Like most compact SUVs in India). The wheelbase of MG 4 is what ZS / Astor is lacking!!
What is the need for the replacement of ZS EV when it is selling in very good numbers? It's now selling 700+ units per month which are very good numbers for a nascent EV market. In the UK, both MG 4 and MG ZS EV are being sold at different price points with MG 4 being the entry-level model. If they price it below Rs 20 lakhs, it's going to take sales from Nexon and also get plenty of new buyers from the CSUV and mid-SUV segments. Agree with increasing the ground clearance and making it look like a crossover though.
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MG 4 EV vs Kia EV6 (what an alphabet jumble that is ). Inspired design!

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The Kia looks so sleek.
But it is so frightfully expensive.
I wonder if this MG will be well priced.
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MG4 EV to be showcased at Auto Expo 2023.
The All-New MG4 EV has officially secured a 5-star safety rating from the Euro NCAP tests - Source

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Re: 2023 MG4 EV revealed with 443 BHP & 452 km range; will rival Kia EV6 & VW ID.3

Getting MG4 to India and placing it exactly in between MG Air and MG ZS EV makes sense. Price point ~17L
However, I doubt that will be able to achieve it through the Imported/CKD route. Isn't there a tax rebate on the first 100 cars (or maybe 1000 cars)?

Something that MG may consider getting to India is their MG HS Estate, which is a true Hybrid car (plug-in Hybrid). It will probably be a big hit with consumers who are still worried about the infra. It costs ~30L INR equivalent in the UK. MG ZS EV costs ~28L INR equivalent in the UK.
So hopefully they can price the HS estate at ~28L INR, it will be a winner. It got an EV-only range of ~70km and also got a usual ICE engine. So perfect for city commutes as well as long drives.
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Something that MG may consider getting to India is their MG HS Estate, which is a true Hybrid car (plug-in Hybrid). It will probably be a big hit with consumers who are still worried about the infra. It costs ~30L INR equivalent in the UK. MG ZS EV costs ~28L INR equivalent in the UK.
So hopefully they can price the HS estate at ~28L INR, it will be a winner. It got an EV-only range of ~70km and also got a usual ICE engine. So perfect for city commutes as well as long drives.
Add 30% CKD import duty, 28% standard GST, 22% compensation cess to your numbers for the MG HS Estate. Now do you see it selling for 50L+ in India?
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Add 30% CKD import duty, 28% standard GST, 22% compensation cess to your numbers for the MG HS Estate. Now do you see it selling for 50L+ in India?
Those are mostly factored in. You see, HS sells as SAIC Pilot PhEV in China and is priced at ~18-21L INR equivalent. It is exported (fully built unit) to the UK, which also places import duty and VAT. So most definitely not 50L if they decide to get that to India. 30L is very doable if they go for a CKD model.
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In UK the base model of ZS EV costs ₹29 lakh while MG 4 costs ₹26 lakh. If you try to extrapolate that to the pricing MG India has applied, the base MG 4 should cost around ₹22 lakh. If they can do that, they have a clear winner on hands.
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Auto Expo 2023: MG4 electric hatchback unveiled

MG has showcased the MG4 electric hatchback at the ongoing Auto Expo 2023.

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The MG4 is based on the brand’s Modular Scalable Platform (MSP) architecture. The car measures 4,287 mm in length, 1,836 mm in width and 1,506 mm in height and has a 2,705 mm wheelbase.

In terms of design, the MG4 features sharp looks with aggressively designed LED headlamps. The car has a glass roof, full-width LED tail lights, a rear skid plate and aero-style alloy wheels. Inside, the MG4 features a free-standing infotainment screen at the centre, a digital instrument cluster, a two-spoke steering wheel and loads of other features.

In the international market, the MG4 is available with two battery options. The 51 kWh battery pack is paired with a 167 BHP electric motor, while the 64 kWh battery is offered with a 201 BHP electric motor. The dual-motor version with 443 BHP also gets the larger battery pack. The company claims a WLTP range of 350-451 km.

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