Global EV Comparison: Renault Twingo Z.E. Base vs MG MG4 Electric XPOWER
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General Info
The MG MG4 Electric XPOWER (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €46990. The Renault Twingo Z.E. (2020-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €9950 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Renault Twingo Z.E. Base | MG MG4 Electric XPOWER |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2024 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovenia | China, Indonesia |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €46990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €9950 | €30990 |
| GCC Score | 5 | 5.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the MG MG4 Electric XPOWER (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Renault Twingo Z.E. (2020-2024).
| Property | Renault Twingo Z.E. Base | MG MG4 Electric XPOWER |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 190 km | 385 km |
| Range (GCC) | 162 km | 327 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 23 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 21.3 kWh | 61.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.1 kWh/100 km | 18.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.61 km/kWh | 5.3 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 5.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Renault Twingo Z.E. (2020-2024) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the MG MG4 Electric XPOWER (2023-…) can charge at up to 140 kW.
The Renault Twingo Z.E. (2020-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the MG MG4 Electric XPOWER (2023-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Renault Twingo Z.E. Base | MG MG4 Electric XPOWER |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | 140 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.7 | 4.4 |
Performance
The Renault Twingo Z.E. (2020-2024) is rear-wheel drive, while the MG MG4 Electric XPOWER (2023-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The MG MG4 Electric XPOWER (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Renault Twingo Z.E. Base | MG MG4 Electric XPOWER |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 60 kW | 320 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 80 hp | 429 hp |
| Motor Torque | 160 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 12.6 s | 3.8 s |
| Top Speed | 135 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.7 | 5.8 |
Dimensions
The MG MG4 Electric XPOWER (2023-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Renault Twingo Z.E. (2020-2024).
The MG MG4 Electric XPOWER (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Renault Twingo Z.E. Base | MG MG4 Electric XPOWER |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3615 mm | 4287 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1875 mm | 2060 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1646 mm | 1836 mm |
| Height | 1541 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2492 mm | 2705 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG MG4 Electric XPOWER (2023-…) 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 XPOWER (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 500 kg, whereas the Renault Twingo Z.E. (2020-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Renault Twingo Z.E. Base | MG MG4 Electric XPOWER |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1112 kg | 1878 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 188 l | 363 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 980 l | 1177 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.9 | 4.5 |
