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Kia EV3 vs MG MG4 Urban comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 160 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or MG MG4 Urban?

Kia EV3 vs MG MG4 Urban: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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MG MG4 Urban

  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • moderately 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

EV3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

MG MG4 Urban is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,762 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MG MG4 Urban is barely more efficient: consuming 15.3 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Kia EV3. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 572 km, about 156 km more than the MG MG4 Urban.

EV3

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 Kia EV3 offers clearly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 160 HP. That’s roughly 105 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.6 s, while the MG MG4 Urban takes 9.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV3 delivers visibly more torque with 385 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.

EV3

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 Urban is noticeably lighter – 1,460 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 535 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG4 Urban offers moderately more boot space – 479 L compared to 413 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries marginally more – 485 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV3 leads convincingly 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.

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EV3

Kia EV3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 265 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 572 km
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Reviews Kia EV3

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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pedro
8 May 2026, 11:01:53

Aesthetically it seems nicer to me, and I think it's better soundproofed.

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José
24 Dec 2025, 17:42:54

A good car for a small family. Easy and practical.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,200 - 43,900 £
Price
21,400 - 27,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
572 km
Electric Range
325 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 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
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,995 kg
Curb weight
1,460 - 1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
413 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 479 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,842 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
265 HP
Power HP
150 - 160 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
385 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
195 kW
Power kW
110 - 118 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV3 have?

The Kia EV3 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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