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MG MG4 Urban vs Nissan Leaf comparison

Compare performance (160 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG4 Urban or Nissan Leaf?

MG MG4 Urban vs Nissan Leaf: Key differences

MG MG4 Urban

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

MG4 Urban

Costs and Efficiency:

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

MG MG4 Urban is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Nissan Leaf costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,394 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Leaf is somewhat 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 Nissan Leaf offers visibly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 208 km more than the MG MG4 Urban.

Leaf

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 Nissan Leaf offers clearly more power – delivering 217 HP compared to 160 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Leaf is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the MG MG4 Urban takes 9.5 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Leaf delivers visibly more torque with 355 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm more.

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 markedly lighter – 1,460 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 404 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG4 Urban offers barely more boot space – 479 L compared to 437 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG4 Urban carries very slightly more – 450 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Leaf 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.

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Leaf

Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 176 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 624 km
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Reviews MG MG4 Urban

4.8 (3 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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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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4.4 (2 Reviews)
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Mir
12 Mar 2026, 21:05:00

The author of this comparison probably doesn't read what they're writing. Almost 100 Nm is a small difference? XD And by the way, the Leaf is listed at 6.9 s to the first 100 km/h while the rival is over 8 s — that's not a small difference… it's a shame to read this comparison with so many mistakes; better to take a drive and judge for yourself.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,400 - 27,000 £
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
325 - 416 km
Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 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
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,460 - 1,520 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 479 L
Trunk capacity
437 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,842 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 kg
Payload
441 - 444 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
150 - 160 HP
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 Nm
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 118 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 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
MG
Brand
Nissan
Is the MG MG4 Urban offered with different drivetrains?

The MG MG4 Urban is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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