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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs MG MG4 comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 30,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or MG MG4?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs MG MG4: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

MG MG4

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • moderately lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

IONIQ 5

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MG MG4 is visibly cheaper – starting at 30,500 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,937 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.4 kWh/100km for the MG MG4. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 120 km more than the MG MG4.

MG4

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers substantially more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 446 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the MG MG4 takes 7.1 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 5 delivers significantly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 520 Nm more.

IONIQ 5

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG4 is moderately lighter – 1,635 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 carries slightly more – 530 kg compared to 449 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is far ahead overall 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 £38,500
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
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Javi Rodman
4 Jan 2026, 17:25:22

The best of the best. Comfortable, practical, economical, fun, spacious, with all the ADAS and safety systems. What more could you ask for?

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Angio
12 Jan 2026, 12:26:30

Superb

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Sal
23 Oct 2025, 20:41:36

I tried it today and found the car genuinely pleasant and comfortable to drive.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5
MG MG4

Costs and Consumption
Price
38,500 - 64,200 £
Price
30,500 - 36,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.4 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
330 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,275 kg
Curb weight
1,635 - 1,695 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,655 - 4,715 mm
Length
-
Width
1,890 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,836 mm
Height
1,585 - 1,605 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,540 - 1,580 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
385 - 530 kg
Payload
389 - 449 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
170 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
125 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
MG
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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