MG4 EV
Overview
ManufacturerSAIC Motor
Model codeEH32[1]
Also calledMG Mulan (China, 2022–2023)
Production2022–present
Assembly
Body and chassis
ClassSmall family car (C)[5]
Body style5-door hatchback
Layout
PlatformModular Scalable Platform[5] / Nebula[6]
Powertrain
Electric motorPermanent magnet synchronous
Power output
  • 125–180 kW (168–241 hp; 170–245 PS) (RWD)
  • 320 kW (429 hp; 435 PS) (AWD)
Battery
Range
  • 350–520 km (217–323 mi) (WLTP)
Plug-in charging400V (platform supports 800V for future models)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,705 mm (106.5 in)
Length4,287 mm (168.8 in)
Width1,836 mm (72.3 in)
Height1,504 mm (59.2 in)
Kerb weight1,641–1,665 kg (3,618–3,671 lb)

The MG4 EV is a battery electric small family car (C-segment) produced by the Chinese automotive manufacturer SAIC Motor under the British MG marque. First released in June 2022 as the MG Mulan in China (later renamed to MG4 EV in August 2023),[7] it was introduced in Europe in July 2022.[8]

The MG4 EV is the first vehicle to be based on SAIC's battery-electric Modular Scalable Platform (marketed as the Nebula platform in China).

Overview

The MG4 EV was developed under the codename EH32[1] It was designed as a global model with the European market set as the primary target.[9]

The MG4 EV is claimed to have a 50:50 weight distribution and a low centre of gravity of 490 mm (19.3 in) for superior handling. MG also engineered a thinner and flatter battery compared to typical battery electric vehicles with its "One Pack" battery system (called Rubik's Cube battery system in China). The battery is only 110 mm (4.3 in) thick for the smallest capacity, which reduces the height of the car. The "One Pack" battery is also designed to be swappable.

The Modular Scalable Platform technically enables 800-volt charging technology, which allows the car to achieve a range of 200 km (124 mi) after five minutes of charging and reach 80 percent level within 15 minutes. For models equipped with the regular 400-volt charging technology, five minutes of charging will be enough to reach 100 km (62 mi) of range and take 30 minutes for charging to 80 percent level.[10]

XPower

A dual-motor, all-wheel-drive, performance-oriented model of the MG4 EV called XPOWER has been available since July 2023. It was marketed in China as the MG Mulan Triumph Edition.[11] Exterior changes compared to the standard MG4 include a 18-inch alloy wheels, orange-painted XPower brake calipers, trim accents, and a Racing Green exterior paint option.

The powertrain combines dual electric motors, 150 kW (201 hp; 204 PS) at the front and 170 kW (228 hp; 231 PS) at the rear– for a combined output of 320 kW (429 hp; 435 PS) and 600 N⋅m (61.2 kg⋅m; 443 lb⋅ft) of torque. It is equipped with Dynamic Cornering Control System that combines an electronic locking differential with torque vectoring. MG claimed a 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) acceleration figure in 3.8 seconds. It also uses a modified chassis setup, by using a 25 percent stiffer suspension with recalibrated spring and dampers and stiffer anti-roll-bars, sharper steering, larger 345 mm (13.6 in) disc brakes, and a stronger setting for the regenerative braking.[12]

EX4

At the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed, MG revealed the EX4, a one-off tribute designed to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the MG Metro 6R4 rally car of the 1980's.[13] Based on the MG4 XPower and using the same 320kW dual electric motor powertrain as the XPower, the EX4 was designed in collaboration with high performance engineering company RML Group, featuring widened wheel arches, aero disc wheels, a front splitter and a large rear spoiler, much like the original 6R4.[14] The EX4 was driven by BTCC Champion Daniel Rowbottom in demonstration runs up the Goodwood hill-climb course. [15]

Technical specifications

The MG 4 EV is a 5-door, 4-seater hatchback, with four combinations (Standard Range, Long Range, Extended Range and XPower).

Model Introduction Battery type Battery capacity Range (WLTP) Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) Top speed Drive
Standard Range[16] Q3/2022 LFP 51.0 kWh nominal (50.8 kWh useable) 351 km (218 mi) 125 kW (168 hp; 170 PS) 250 N⋅m (25.5 kg⋅m; 184 lb⋅ft) 7.7 s 160 km/h (99 mph) RWD
Long Range[17] NMC 64.0 kWh nominal (61.7 kWh useable) 435 km (270 mi) 150 kW (201 hp; 204 PS) 7.9 s
Extended Range Q3/2023 77.0 kWh nominal (74.4 kWh useable) 520 km (320 mi) 180 kW (241 hp; 245 PS) 350 N⋅m (35.7 kg⋅m; 258 lb⋅ft) 6.5 s 180 km/h (110 mph)
XPower[18] Q3/2023 64.0 kWh nominal (61.7 kWh useable) 385 km (239 mi) 320 kW (429 hp; 435 PS) 600 N⋅m (61.2 kg⋅m; 443 lb⋅ft) 3.8 s 200 km/h (120 mph) AWD

Markets

China

The Chinese market model was marketed as the MG Mulan. It was launched in September 2022 and went on sale in November 2022. It was available in 425km (Flagship version) and 520km (Deluxe version) cruising ranges. The 520km range Deluxe version is equipped with level 2 driving assistance functions.[19] In August 2023, the Mulan was renamed to the MG4 EV, aligning to its export market name.[7]

Europe

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The MG4 is currently marketed in the UK with the following editions:[20]

In the Republic of Ireland the MG4 EV is sold as:[23]

In other parts of the EU the available editions are named as:[24]

The main versions are similar in specification across each area but although minor differences do exist, the variants are generally based on a 50.8kWh usable (51kWh gross) LFP battery, a 62.1kWh usable (64kWh gross) NMC battery, and a 74.4kWh usable (77kWh) long range NMC battery.

The versions are broken into three levels of features and trim. The standard Excite grades have rear wheel drive, some driver assistance safety features, cloth seats that are manually adjustable. The high-spec Essence grade gains additional rear radar-based safety assist features, 360-degree camera, more speakers, a Qi wireless phone charging pad, heated seats and steering wheel, and PU leather/cloth seats with electric adjustment.[25] The XPower grade has all-wheel-drive, with unique alloys, painted brake caliper covers, contrasting silver accents, and suede interior finish.

Australia

In Australia, the MG4 EV is sold in five variants with three grades of features and trim:[26]

Southeast Asia

The MG4 EV is marketed in Thailand since November 2022,[27] and started being assembled locally a year later.[3] The MG4 EV was revealed in Indonesia in February 2023 at the 30th Indonesia International Motor Show,[28] and launched on 14 June 2023.[29] The MG4 EV was also launched in the Philippines in October 2023 alongside the Marvel R.[30]

Sales

Year Sales Total production
China UK Germany Thailand Australia
2022 2,685[31] 37,562[32]
2023 11,186[33] 21,715[34] 13,263[35] 4,833[36] 3,134[37] 152,337[38]

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