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CUPRA Raval vs MG MG4 Urban comparison

Compare performance (226 HP vs 160 HP), boot space and price (22,200 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Raval or MG MG4 Urban?

CUPRA Raval vs MG MG4 Urban: Key differences

CUPRA Raval

  • visibly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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MG MG4 Urban

  • only slightly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Raval

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

MG MG4 Urban is only slightly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the CUPRA Raval costs 22,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 822 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Raval is a bit more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.3 kWh/100km for the MG MG4 Urban. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Raval offers barely more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 28 km more than the MG MG4 Urban.

Raval

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Raval offers visibly more power – delivering 226 HP compared to 160 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Raval is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the MG MG4 Urban takes 9.5 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Raval delivers slightly more torque with 290 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Raval

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG4 Urban is moderately lighter – 1,460 kg compared to 1,610 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG4 Urban offers very slightly more boot space – 479 L compared to 441 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Raval carries marginally more – 475 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Raval holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £22,200
Raval

CUPRA Raval

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 226 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.7 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 300 - 444 km
CUPRA Raval
MG MG4 Urban

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CUPRA Raval

The CUPRA Raval is a compact electric hatch that mixes hot‑hatch intent with genuine everyday practicality, pairing an unusually roomy, flexible boot with a modern Android‑based infotainment that feels responsive. It drives in a composed, traction‑rich way that suits city and family life, though the steering leans toward assuredness rather than playfulness and some climate controls rely on touch sliders that can be fiddly on the move.

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MG MG4 Urban

The MG4 Urban is an affordable, well‑packaged electric hatchback that balances everyday practicality with a surprisingly roomy cabin and confident handling. It’s a smart choice if you want an easy-to-live-with EV that focuses on value and usable range rather than luxury frills.

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CUPRA Raval
MG MG4 Urban

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,200 - 39,900 £
Price
21,400 - 27,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
300 - 444 km
Electric Range
325 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,610 - 1,615 kg
Curb weight
1,460 - 1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
441 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 479 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,784 mm
Width
1,842 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 475 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 226 HP
Power HP
150 - 160 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
290 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 166 kW
Power kW
110 - 118 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
MG
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