Global EV Comparison: MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh vs Volkswagen ID.3 Pro
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General Info
The MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €34990. The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €26780 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2023-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Indonesia | Germany, China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €34990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €17900 | €26780 |
| GCC Score | 5 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…).
| Property | MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 350 km | 428 km |
| Range (GCC) | 298 km | 370 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 51 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 50.8 kWh | 58 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.87 km/kWh | 6.38 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 7.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 120 kW, while the MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…) maxes out at 87 kW.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) 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.
| Property | MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 87 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.8 | 5.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 125 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 168 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.2 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh (2022-…).
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4287 mm | 4264 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2060 mm | 2070 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1836 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1504 mm | 1564 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2705 mm | 2770 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2023-2024) 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 Pro (2023-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | MG MG4 Electric 51 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1710 kg | 1805 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 363 l | 385 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1177 l | 1267 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 500 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.5 | 4.4 |
