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Toyota Urban Cruiser vs MG MG4 Urban comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 160 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Urban Cruiser or MG MG4 Urban?

Toyota Urban Cruiser vs MG MG4 Urban: Key differences

Toyota Urban Cruiser

  • a bit more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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MG MG4 Urban

  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Urban Cruiser

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.

MG MG4 Urban is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Toyota Urban Cruiser costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota Urban Cruiser is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.3 kWh/100km for the MG MG4 Urban. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota Urban Cruiser offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 426 km, about 10 km more than the MG MG4 Urban.

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 Toyota Urban Cruiser offers a bit more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 160 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Urban Cruiser is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the MG MG4 Urban takes 9.5 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Urban Cruiser delivers slightly more torque with 307 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 57 Nm more.

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, MG MG4 Urban is noticeably lighter – 1,460 kg compared to 1,839 kg. The difference is around 379 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG4 Urban offers visibly more boot space – 479 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG4 Urban carries barely more – 450 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG4 Urban leads convincingly 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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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
Toyota Urban Cruiser
MG MG4 Urban

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Dimensions and Body

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Toyota Urban Cruiser

The Toyota Urban Cruiser is a compact SUV that offers a blend of style and practicality, making it well-suited for urban living. It captures attention with its bold design, while providing a high driving position that enhances visibility and control on city roads. Inside, the Urban Cruiser offers comfortable seating and a range of features that cater to both driver and passengers, emphasizing convenience and everyday usability.

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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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Toyota Urban Cruiser
MG MG4 Urban

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 38,600 £
Price
21,400 - 27,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
395 - 426 km
Electric Range
325 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,839 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
1,460 - 1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
306 - 310 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 479 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,842 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
411 - 421 kg
Payload
450 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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
174 - 184 HP
Power HP
150 - 160 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
128 - 135 kW
Power kW
110 - 118 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
MG
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