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Fiat 500 vs MG MG4 Urban comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 160 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or MG MG4 Urban?

Fiat 500 vs MG MG4 Urban: Key differences

Fiat 500

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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MG MG4 Urban

  • visibly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Fiat 500 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the MG MG4 Urban costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,286 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is moderately more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 15.3 kWh/100km for the MG MG4 Urban. That’s a difference of about 2.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MG MG4 Urban offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 416 km, about 85 km more than the Fiat 500.

MG4 Urban

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 MG MG4 Urban offers visibly more power – delivering 160 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat 500 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the MG MG4 Urban takes 9.5 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG MG4 Urban delivers a bit more torque with 250 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

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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.

Seats: MG MG4 Urban offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is noticeably lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,460 kg. The difference is around 330 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG4 Urban offers substantially more boot space – 479 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 294 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG4 Urban carries visibly more – 450 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG4 Urban stands well ahead of its rival 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 £21,400
MG4 Urban

MG MG4 Urban

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 160 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 325 - 416 km
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The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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Reviews Fiat 500

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Reijo Muhonen
28 Feb 2026, 16:46:06

I've owned both cars, and I still end up with the Fiat 500 — it always puts me in a good mood. For longer trips I take the train.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
21,400 - 27,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
325 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,460 - 1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 479 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,842 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
150 - 160 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
110 - 118 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
MG
Is the Fiat 500 offered with different drivetrains?

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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