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MG MG4 vs Vauxhall Astra comparison

Compare performance (435 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (36,800 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG4 or Vauxhall Astra?

MG MG4 vs Vauxhall Astra: Key differences

MG MG4

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Vauxhall Astra

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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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

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.

Vauxhall Astra is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the MG MG4 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,571 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Astra is barely more efficient: consuming 15.3 kWh/100km compared to 16.1 kWh/100km for the MG MG4. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MG MG4 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 545 km, about 91 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.

Astra

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 239 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG MG4 delivers markedly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.

MG4

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, Vauxhall Astra is noticeably lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,755 kg. The difference is around 317 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra carries somewhat more – 502 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG4 is decisively ahead 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 £36,800
MG4

MG MG4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 435 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.1 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 405 - 545 km
MG MG4
Vauxhall Astra

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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MG MG4

The MG4 is a sprightly electric hatch that marries bold, modern looks with genuinely useful practicality, making it a great everyday companion for city and weekend life alike. Inside it surprises with a smart, user-friendly cabin and an engaging drive that delivers more personality than you might expect for the price.

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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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MG MG4
Vauxhall Astra

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,800 - 40,300 £
Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 19 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
405 - 545 km
Electric Range
84 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,755 - 1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,836 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
448 kg
Payload
438 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 435 HP
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 600 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
140 - 320 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
Brand
MG
Brand
Vauxhall
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