Running Cost

Electricity unit cost (default {defaultPrice} c/kWh) multiplied by the car's WLTP consumption rating.

Change to cents per kWh:

Running Cost

{model}

{dollar}
per 100 km

WLTP Consumption

{model}

{wh}
Wh/km

The EV's dashboard shows energy consumed from the battery.

Running cost uses the WLTP electric energy consumption rating that includes power consumed during charging.

Economy

Electrical energy consumed from the battery over a given distance.

Economy

{model}

{wh}
Wh/km

Economy

{model}

{km}
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.

Range (WLTP)

Range is from the manufacturer's WLTP range specification.

Highway Range

Highway range is an estimate if most of your travel is open road (100 km/h).

WLTP range is helpful if most of your travel is 80 km/h and under, but not so good for open road estimates.

See more about WLTP range and efficiency.

Vehicle-to-load (V2L) ⚑️

If the EV has V2L capability, the max. output (kW) is listed.

V2L means appliances can be plugged into the EV.

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 πŸ”‹

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.

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

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MG 4

ALL TIME RANK
10
The MG 4 is New Zealand's 10th best selling battery electric vehicle - see top 10

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.

MG 4 Long Range

2023β†’
MG 4

Range

530kms

Battery

74.4kWh

Price

$63,990
  • Body Type
  • Seats
  • Length
  • Width
  • Height
  • Weight
  • Boot Space
  • Frunk
  • Small Car
  • 5
  • 4287 mm
  • 1836 mm
  • 1516 mm
  • 1748 kg
  • 350 L / 1165 L
  • -
  • 0-100 km/h
  • Top speed
  • Power
  • Drive
  • Battery
  • Tow
  • 6.5 s
  • 180 km/h
  • 180 kW
  • RWD
  • 77 kWh / 74.4 kWh
  • 500 kg / 500 kg
  • Highway range
  • Running cost
  • AC charge (max)
  • DC charge (max)
  • Economy
  • V2L
  • V2L Interior
  • V2L Exterior
  • 408 km
  • $4.95/100 km
  • 11 kW
  • 144 kW
  • 7.1 km/kWh
  • 2.2 kW
  • -
  • Type 2 (adaptor)

MG 4 Excite 51

2023β†’
MG 4

Range

350kms

Battery

50.8kWh

Price

$46,990
  • Body Type
  • Seats
  • Length
  • Width
  • Height
  • Weight
  • Boot Space
  • Frunk
  • Small Car
  • 5
  • 4287 mm
  • 1836 mm
  • 1504 mm
  • 1635 kg
  • 363 L / 1177 L
  • -
  • 0-100 km/h
  • Top speed
  • Power
  • Drive
  • Battery
  • Tow
  • 7.7 s
  • 160 km/h
  • 125 kW
  • RWD
  • 51 kWh / 50.8 kWh
  • 500 kg / 500 kg
  • Highway range
  • Running cost
  • AC charge (max)
  • DC charge (max)
  • Economy
  • V2L
  • V2L Interior
  • V2L Exterior
  • 270 km
  • $5.16/100 km
  • 6.6 kW
  • 88 kW
  • 6.9 km/kWh
  • 2.2 kW
  • -
  • Type 2 (adaptor)

MG 4 XPower

2024β†’

Range

400kms

Battery

62.1kWh

Price

$69,990
  • Body Type
  • Seats
  • Length
  • Width
  • Height
  • Weight
  • Boot Space
  • Frunk
  • Small Car
  • 5
  • 4287 mm
  • 1836 mm
  • 1516 mm
  • 1800 kg
  • 363 L / 1165 L
  • -
  • 0-100 km/h
  • Top speed
  • Power
  • Drive
  • Battery
  • Tow
  • πŸ”₯ 3.8 s
  • 200 km/h
  • 320 kW
  • AWD
  • 64 kWh / 62.1 kWh
  • 500 kg / 500 kg
  • Highway range
  • Running cost
  • AC charge (max)
  • DC charge (max)
  • Economy
  • V2L
  • V2L Interior
  • V2L Exterior
  • 308 km
  • $5.61/100 km
  • 6.6 kW
  • 140 kW
  • 6.5 km/kWh
  • 2.2 kW
  • -
  • Type 2 (adaptor)

MG 4 Excite 64

2023β†’
MG 4

Range

450kms

Battery

62.1kWh

Price

$51,990
  • Body Type
  • Seats
  • Length
  • Width
  • Height
  • Weight
  • Boot Space
  • Frunk
  • Small Car
  • 5
  • 4287 mm
  • 1836 mm
  • 1504 mm
  • 1648 kg
  • 363 L / 1177 L
  • -
  • 0-100 km/h
  • Top speed
  • Power
  • Drive
  • Battery
  • Tow
  • 7.2 s
  • 160 km/h
  • 150 kW
  • RWD
  • 64 kWh / 62.1 kWh
  • 500 kg / 500 kg
  • Highway range
  • Running cost
  • AC charge (max)
  • DC charge (max)
  • Economy
  • V2L
  • V2L Interior
  • V2L Exterior
  • 347 km
  • $4.80/100 km
  • 6.6 kW
  • 140 kW
  • 7.2 km/kWh
  • 2.2 kW
  • -
  • Type 2 (adaptor)

MG 4 Essence 64

2023β†’
MG 4

Range

435kms

Battery

62.1kWh

Price

$54,990
  • Body Type
  • Seats
  • Length
  • Width
  • Height
  • Weight
  • Boot Space
  • Frunk
  • Small Car
  • 5
  • 4287 mm
  • 1836 mm
  • 1516 mm
  • 1672 kg
  • 350 L / 1165 L
  • -
  • 0-100 km/h
  • Top speed
  • Power
  • Drive
  • Battery
  • Tow
  • 7.2 s
  • 160 km/h
  • 150 kW
  • RWD
  • 64 kWh / 62.1 kWh
  • 500 kg / 500 kg
  • Highway range
  • Running cost
  • AC charge (max)
  • DC charge (max)
  • Economy
  • V2L
  • V2L Interior
  • V2L Exterior
  • 335 km
  • $4.98/100 km
  • 6.6 kW
  • 140 kW
  • 7 km/kWh
  • 2.2 kW
  • -
  • Type 2 (adaptor)

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

MG 4 Reviews

Vehicle reviews by NZ reviewers.

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 β†’
EVs and Beyond
EV on a budget – MG4 Electric first drive

"The MG4 is a commendable attempt by MG, delivering a product that feels more premium than its price would suggest. In terms of space, 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 β†’
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 β†’
Tarmac Life
May The 4 Be With You – MG4 Electric Review

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

Read review β†’
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 β†’
Tarmac Life
MG4 EV first drive – in Sydney

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

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

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

See on YouTube β†’

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

There have been 1,172 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/EV469
EXCITE 51KWH/EV382
EXCITE 64KWH/EV161
ESSENCE LR 77KWH/EV120
ESSENCE 64KWH/EV/4WD39
51KWH/EV/AT1
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