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Hyundai i20 vs MG MG4 Urban comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 160 HP), boot space and price (18,800 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or MG MG4 Urban?

Hyundai i20 vs MG MG4 Urban: Key differences

Hyundai i20

4.2 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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MG MG4 Urban

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

i20

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai i20 is slightly cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the MG MG4 Urban costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,606 £.

MG4 Urban

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the MG MG4 Urban offers substantially more power – delivering 160 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG4 Urban is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 9.5 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG MG4 Urban delivers markedly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 78 Nm more.

i20

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, Hyundai i20 is clearly lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,460 kg. The difference is around 315 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG4 Urban offers clearly more boot space – 479 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 127 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i20 carries barely more – 465 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG4 Urban 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 £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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Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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Reviews Hyundai i20

4.2 (2 Reviews)
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Jason
17 Nov 2025, 01:46:25

Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

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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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Reviews MG MG4 Urban

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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BobbyDazzler
4 Jun 2026, 14:01:59

A fine car which is great value for money. Getting over 5 m/Kwh and the acceleration is brisk. Ride is smooth and inner space exceptional. In good weather you will probably get the claimed 251 miles range

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Costs and Consumption
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Price
21,400 - 27,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
325 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
1,460 - 1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 479 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,842 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
150 - 160 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
110 - 118 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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