USA EV Comparison: Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 vs MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh

While the MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as $10995 on the used car market.

The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) is a Liftback, whereas the MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) is a Hatchback.

While the MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 87 kW, while the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) maxes out at 44 kW.

The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW, whereas the MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.

The MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) is rear-wheel drive, while the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) offers a front-wheel drive system.

The MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) has a longer body, while the MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) features a larger trunk, but the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

The MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1102 lb, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) is not officially rated for towing in the US.