Charging Cost

The electricity cost to run the vehicle.

Adjust to cents per kWh (default 25 cents).

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Charging cost is calculated by multiplying the WLTP consumption figure by your electricity unit cost.

It accounts for recharged energy from the mains.

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Economy

Electrical energy consumed from the battery over a given distance.

Economy

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Economy

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km/kWh

Energy consumption is displayed on the dashboard and is re-calculated as you drive. It is different to the WLTP-rated consumption (which measures power from the mains).

This number is estimated by comparing the usable battery capacity against the WLTP range.

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

WLTP Consumption

How much electricity the vehicle consumes per kilometre of travel - including charging losses

WLTP measures recharged electric energy from the mains which allows comparison of running costs.

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

Highway Range

An estimate of how far the vehicle will travel on a single charge, when driving only on open road (100 km/h).

WLTP range, however, tends to match mostly urban travel (under 80 km/h).

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

Real Range Estimate

How far the vehicle will travel on a single charge, accounting for local driving conditions.

Adjust for the portion of urban/city driving vs highway (100 km/h) that you typically do.

Consumption ⚡️

How much electrical energy does the vehicle use while driving?

Often displayed on the dashboard, this is different to WLTP consumption - where charging losses are included (helpful in comparing running costs).

Higher speeds increase energy consumption (due to aerodynamic drag and reduced opportunity for electricity regeneration).

Vehicle-to-load (V2L) ⚡️

V2L allows electricity to flow from the battery to power appliances.

Some vehicles have interior NZ sockets, while others require an adapter be plugged into the Type 2 exterior charging socket.

Tow Capacity

Unbraked (kg) / Braked (kg)

Most EVs can have towbars fitted for carrying bikes (but not for towing loads).

Towing a load will significantly decrease range (typically by 50%).

See all EVs ranked by tow capacity.

Boot Space 🧳

Seats up (Litres) / Seats down (Litres)

The volume of space available.

Frunk

Volume (Litres)

The American term "front trunk" indicates how much storage space is available under the bonnet of the car.

Battery Capacity 🔋

Total (Gross) kWh / Usable (Net) kWh

Usable battery capacity is the number of kilowatt-hours that the vehicle can access.

Complete guide to EV batteries.

Battery Chemistry 🔋

Lithium-ion batteries have several different cathode materials. Each material has tradeoffs between energy density, safety, cost, and longevity.

LFP - Longer life, but less energy dense.

NMC - More energy dense, but more expensive.

Which EVs have LFP?.

AC Charge

The maximum speed the EV can charge at home or a public AC charger.

An EV has a built-in charger that converts household AC electricity into DC current that goes into the battery.

This limits the maximum speed you can charge at home - no matter what extra equipment you install. Some public chargers (such as at motor camps and shopping malls) are also AC only.

Fast Charge ⚡

The maximum speed the EV can charge at a DC fast charger.

Speed is also limited by the capacity of the public charger. In NZ, fast chargers are typically 25 kW, 50 kW, 100 kW, 175 kW, and 300 kW.

Temperature (20°+ is ideal) and battery state-of-charge affect speed (an empty battery charges faster).

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MG 4

mg 4
OverviewSpecsReviewsSales rank

RANGE

350 - 530kms

PRICE

$46,990+

The MG 4 is a fully electric hatchback built on an EV-only platform.

It was named UK Car of the Year in 2023, and AA DRIVEN Car Guide New Zealand Car of the Year for 2023.

The Essence variants include satellite navigation, 360-degree parking cameras, an adjustable loading floor, wireless charging, Bluetooth, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.

Specs

MG 4 Excite 51

2023→
mg 4

Price

Price$46,990

Performance

0-100 km/h7.7 s
Top Speed160 km/h
Total Power125 kW
DriveRear Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range350 km
Highway Range268 km
WLTP Consumption168 Wh/km
Charging Cost $4.20/100 km

MG 4 Excite 51: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range310 km
Consumption6.1 km / kWh
16.4 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 °C

Battery & Charging

Battery51 kWh / 50.8 kWh
ChemistryLFP
AC speed (max)6.6 kW
DC speed (max)88 kW
V2LYes
V2L Interior-
V2L ExteriorType 2 (adaptor)

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating500 kg / 500 kg
Boot Space363 L / 1177 L
Frunk-
ShapeHatchback
Length4287 mm
Width1836 mm
Height1504 mm
Kerb Weight1635 kg

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MG 4 Excite 64

2023→
mg 4

Price

Price$51,990

Performance

0-100 km/h7.2 s
Top Speed160 km/h
Total Power150 kW
DriveRear Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range450 km
Highway Range344 km
WLTP Consumption160 Wh/km
Charging Cost $4.00/100 km

MG 4 Excite 64: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range399 km
Consumption6.4 km / kWh
15.6 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 °C

Battery & Charging

Battery64 kWh / 62.1 kWh
ChemistryNMC
AC speed (max)6.6 kW
DC speed (max)140 kW
V2LYes
V2L Interior-
V2L ExteriorType 2 (adaptor)

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating500 kg / 500 kg
Boot Space363 L / 1177 L
Frunk-
ShapeHatchback
Length4287 mm
Width1836 mm
Height1504 mm
Kerb Weight1648 kg

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MG 4 Essence 64

2023→
mg 4

The slightly reduced range is due to the larger 18″ wheels.

Price

Price$54,990

Performance

0-100 km/h7.2 s
Top Speed160 km/h
Total Power150 kW
DriveRear Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range435 km
Highway Range333 km
WLTP Consumption166 Wh/km
Charging Cost $4.15/100 km

MG 4 Essence 64: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range386 km
Consumption6.2 km / kWh
16.1 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 °C

Battery & Charging

Battery64 kWh / 62.1 kWh
ChemistryNMC
AC speed (max)6.6 kW
DC speed (max)140 kW
V2LYes
V2L Interior-
V2L ExteriorType 2 (adaptor)

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating500 kg / 500 kg
Boot Space350 L / 1165 L
Frunk-
ShapeHatchback
Length4287 mm
Width1836 mm
Height1516 mm
Kerb Weight1672 kg

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MG 4 Long Range

2023→
mg 4

Price

Price$63,990

Performance

0-100 km/h6.5 s
Top Speed180 km/h
Total Power180 kW
DriveRear Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range530 km
Highway Range406 km
WLTP Consumption165 Wh/km
Charging Cost $4.13/100 km

MG 4 Long Range: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range470 km
Consumption6.3 km / kWh
15.8 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 °C

Battery & Charging

Battery77 kWh / 74.4 kWh
ChemistryNMC
AC speed (max)11 kW
DC speed (max)144 kW
V2LYes
V2L Interior-
V2L ExteriorType 2 (adaptor)

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating500 kg / 500 kg
Boot Space350 L / 1165 L
Frunk-
ShapeHatchback
Length4287 mm
Width1836 mm
Height1516 mm
Kerb Weight1748 kg

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MG 4 XPower

2024→
mg4 xpower

Price

Price$69,990

Performance

0-100 km/h🔥 3.8 s
Top Speed200 km/h
Total Power320 kW
DriveAll Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range400 km
Highway Range306 km
WLTP Consumption187 Wh/km
Charging Cost $4.68/100 km

MG 4 XPower: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range355 km
Consumption5.7 km / kWh
17.5 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 °C

Battery & Charging

Battery64 kWh / 62.1 kWh
ChemistryNMC
AC speed (max)6.6 kW
DC speed (max)140 kW
V2LYes
V2L Interior-
V2L ExteriorType 2 (adaptor)

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating500 kg / 500 kg
Boot Space363 L / 1165 L
Frunk-
ShapeHatchback
Length4287 mm
Width1836 mm
Height1516 mm
Kerb Weight1800 kg

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MG 4 Excite 51MG 4 Excite 64MG 4 Essence 64MG 4 Long RangeMG 4 XPower
Price$46,990$51,990$54,990$63,990$69,990
Range (WLTP)350 km450 km435 km530 km400 km
Highway Range273 km351 km339 km413 km312 km
0-100 km/h7.7 s7.2 s7.2 s6.5 s3.8 s
Top Speed160 km/h160 km/h160 km/h180 km/h200 km/h
DriveRWDRWDRWDRWDAWD
Power125 kW150 kW150 kW180 kW320 kW
Battery (nominal)51 kWh64 kWh64 kWh77 kWh64 kWh
Battery (usable)50.8 kWh62.1 kWh62.1 kWh74.4 kWh62.1 kWh
WLTP Consumption168 Wh/km160 Wh/km166 Wh/km165 Wh/km187 Wh/km
ChemistryLFPNMCNMCNMCNMC
AC speed6.6 kW6.6 kW6.6 kW11 kW6.6 kW
DC speed88 kW140 kW140 kW144 kW140 kW
Vehicle to LoadYesYesYesYesYes
Boot space363 L363 L350 L350 L363 L
Boot (seats down)1177 L1177 L1165 L1165 L1165 L
Frunk-----
Seats55555
Length4287 mm4287 mm4287 mm4287 mm4287 mm
Width1836 mm1836 mm1836 mm1836 mm1836 mm
Height1504 mm1504 mm1516 mm1516 mm1516 mm
Weight1635 kg1648 kg1672 kg1748 kg1800 kg
Tow (braked)500 kg500 kg500 kg500 kg500 kg
Tow (unbraked)500 kg500 kg500 kg500 kg500 kg

Local reviews on New Zealand roads

NZ Autocar
2023 MG4 Essence 64 review

"We can see why it scooped the awards pool overseas. It’s far and away MG’s best vehicle yet."

Read review →
EVs and Beyond
EV on a budget – MG4 Electric first drive

"The ZS EV might be a better fit for some, although the MG4 outperforms it in terms of tech, drive, and range."

See on YouTube →
EVs and Beyond
How fast does the MG4 XPOWER get to 100km/h?

"I think this car is spectacular. It is fast; it is fun to drive, it is practical. You could use this on the daily run."

See on YouTube →
Tarmac Life
May The 4 Be With You – MG4 Electric Review

" I was expecting the MG4 to be a good-un, and it is, really very good"

Read review →
Ecotricity
MG4 Essence 64 review: this electric car is quite a big deal

"The styling is fantastic - best-looking MG I've seen in years. "

See on YouTube →
Tarmac Life
MG4 EV first drive – in Sydney

"The MG4 feels (and looks) more ‘designed’ than its SUV sibling, with more of a sense of purpose."

Read review →
Ecotricity
MG4 Excite 51: New Zealand’s cheapest new EV

"I cannot imagine why you wouldn't consider one of these."

See on YouTube →
All Time
6
Last 12 months
3

The MG 4 is the 6th best selling new fully electric vehicle (of all time) - in New Zealand. Over the past 12 months, the MG 4 was the 3rd best selling new EV.

See all EVs ranked in New Zealand.

How many MG 4's have been sold in NZ?

There have been 1,860 MG 4's registered in NZ to date. These were all registered as new.

How many sold per month and year

MG 4 registrations per month and year, (NZ new and used imports combined).

How many of each submodel is there?

How many units of each major model variation (NZ new only) have been registered to date.

SubmodelUnits
ESSENCE 64KWH/EV743
EXCITE 51KWH/EV580
EXCITE 64KWH/EV309
ESSENCE LR 77KWH/EV152
ESSENCE 64KWH/EV/4WD75
51KWH/EV/AT1
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