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Renault Express vs MG MG4 Urban comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 160 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or MG MG4 Urban?

Renault Express vs MG MG4 Urban: Key differences

Renault Express

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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MG MG4 Urban

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly 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

Express

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Express is noticeably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the MG MG4 Urban costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,295 £.

MG4 Urban

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the MG MG4 Urban offers clearly more power – delivering 160 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG4 Urban is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.5 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG MG4 Urban delivers marginally more torque with 250 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: MG MG4 Urban offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is moderately lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,460 kg. The difference is around 164 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries clearly more – 700 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 250 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG4 Urban 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 £21,400
MG4 Urban

MG MG4 Urban

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 160 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 325 - 416 km
Renault Express
MG MG4 Urban

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Renault Express

The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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MG MG4 Urban

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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Renault Express
MG MG4 Urban

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
Price
21,400 - 27,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
325 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
121 - 149 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
Curb weight
1,460 - 1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
470 - 479 L
Length
4,393 mm
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,842 mm
Height
1,811 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 700 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Power HP
150 - 160 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Power kW
110 - 118 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2021
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
MG
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