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MG 4

MG 4 Essence (MY26)
Price Range
$44,990 - $55,990
Range (WLTP)
350 - 530 km
Battery Size
51 - 77 kWh
Notes

The MG 4 hatchback was launched in 2023 with a number of trims and powertrains. This was culled to two in 2026 (Essence 64 and X power) - both of which received mid-cycle improvements and updates. The Urban variant was introduced in 2026 with different styling, dimensions, and powertrain.

Variants

MG 4 Essence (MY26)

2026

PRICE

$44,990

RANGE

452 km

MG 4 Essence (MY26)

This updated MG 4 Essence brings changes to the powertrain including an increase in range (from 435 to 452 km), and increase in both AC and DC charge speeds.

Other changes include Instrument cluster: 7.0-inch replaced by integrated 10.25-inch unit. Infotainment: New 12.8-inch touchscreen with sat-nav, DAB+ radio, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto. Physical buttons and knobs below the screen.

Includes: Heated front seats and steering wheel, six-speaker audio, surround-view camera.

Performance

0-100 km/h
7.5 s
Total Power
140 kW
Torque
350 Nm
Top Speed
180 km/h
Drive
RWD

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Range
452 km
WLTP Consumption
176 Wh/km
Highway Range
353 km
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Battery & Charging

Battery (nominal)
64 kWh
Battery (usable)
61.7 kWh
Battery type
LFP
V2L
Power2.2 kW
Exterior
DC Charging
154 kW
AC Charging
6.6 kW
Home Charging Cost
$3.34/100 km

per 100km · 19¢/kWh

Compare full running cost vs petrol vehicle

Dimensions & Weight

Length
4287 mm
Width
1836 mm
Height
1516 mm
Ground Clearance
147 mm
Weight
1765 kg
Shape
Hatchback
Seats
5

Storage & Towing

Boot Space
388 L
Boot Space (Max)
1164 L
Frunk
Towing (Braked)
500 kg
Towing (Unbraked)
500 kg

How many MG 4 have been sold in NZ?

There have been 2,233 registered to date (all NZ new).

MG 4 registrations
Monthly units (includes new and used import)
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