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MG MG4 vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (435 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (36,800 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG4 or VW Polo?

MG MG4 vs VW Polo: Key differences

MG MG4

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Polo

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Polo is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the MG MG4 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,590 £.

Polo

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 clearly more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 228 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG MG4 delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

MG4

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is clearly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,755 kg. The difference is around 612 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Polo carries very slightly more – 457 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG4 stands well ahead of its rival 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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Reviews MG MG4

5 (2 Reviews)
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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.

VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,800 - 40,300 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 19 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
405 - 545 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
116 - 148 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
1,755 - 1,810 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,836 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
448 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 435 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 600 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
140 - 320 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
MG
Brand
VW
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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