Global EV Comparison: MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh vs BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) has a starting price of €34990, compared to the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…), which starts at €32990.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.

The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) 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 BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 88 kW, while the MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) maxes out at 87 kW.

The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 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 BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.

The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

The MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) stands taller for a more elevated driving position. Despite these differences, their lengths are nearly identical.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) features a larger trunk, but the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) 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 500 kg, whereas the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.