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MG MG4 vs Renault Scénic comparison

Compare performance (435 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (36,800 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG4 or Renault Scénic?

MG MG4 vs Renault Scénic: Key differences

MG MG4

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Renault Scénic

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • very slightly more electric range
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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:

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

Renault Scénic is very slightly cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the MG MG4 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,220 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MG MG4 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 16.1 kWh/100km compared to 16.6 kWh/100km for the Renault Scénic. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Renault Scénic offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 598 km, about 53 km more than the MG MG4.

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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 MG MG4 offers significantly more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 217 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 Renault Scénic takes 7.9 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG MG4 delivers considerably more torque with 600 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 300 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, MG MG4 is barely lighter – 1,755 kg compared to 1,822 kg. The difference is around 67 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Scénic carries slightly more – 518 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG4 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 £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
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5 (2 Reviews)
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Angio
12 Jan 2026, 12:26:30

Superb

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,800 - 40,300 £
Price
34,600 - 44,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 19 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
405 - 545 km
Electric Range
420 - 598 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
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,755 - 1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,927 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
-
Length
4,470 mm
Width
1,836 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
-
Height
1,571 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,670 L
Payload
448 kg
Payload
514 - 518 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 435 HP
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Torque
350 - 600 Nm
Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 320 kW
Power kW
125 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
Renault
Is the MG MG4 offered with different drivetrains?

The MG MG4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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