Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.3 Pure vs MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure (2024-…) has a starting price of €36900, compared to the MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…), which starts at €34990.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.

The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 145 kW, while the MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) maxes out at 87 kW.

The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure (2024-…) 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.

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

Both cars offer the same motor power, but the MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure (2024-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…).

The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

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

The MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 500 kg, whereas the Volkswagen ID.3 Pure (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.