MG4 EV
An award-winning affordable electric hatch — rear-wheel drive, genuinely fun, and priced like a budget car.
Who the MG4 EV is best for
Drivers who want a cheap EV that is still enjoyable to drive.
MG4 EV specs at a glance
| Powertrain type | Electric (BEV) |
|---|---|
| Starting price | ₱1,470,000 (~$24,000) |
| Power | 201 hp (150 kW) — Larger-battery trim; the 51 kWh base makes ~168 hp (125 kW). |
| Max range | 435 km (~270 mi) WLTP |
| Battery | 64 kWh |
| DC fast charging | 140 kW |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Seats | 5 |
| Sold in | PH, UK, EU, AU, Asia |
Figures are the starting price and maximum published range for a named trim; both are approximate and vary by trim, options and market. Conversions are approximate at ≈₱61 = US$1 (mid-2026); exchange rates move, so treat the converted figures as ballpark. Range varies widely by battery and test cycle; PH base is a 51 kWh (~350 km claimed).
Pros
- Rear-wheel drive gives it a fun, balanced feel
- Strong value; well-reviewed in the UK and Europe
- Faster ~140 kW DC charging on the bigger battery
- Practical hatchback body
Cons
- PH base variant uses a smaller 51 kWh battery with less range
- Infotainment can be fiddly
- Cabin materials are budget-grade in places
- Range varies a lot by battery/market
Key features
- Rear-wheel drive
- Up to ~140 kW DC
- Up to 64 kWh battery
- From ~PHP 1.47M
Ownership: warranty, after-sales and battery longevity
What this section is. A summary of documented, checkable ownership facts — warranty terms, published fleet data, battery chemistry, service-network reality — each with a cited source below. What it is not: a road test. We have not driven this car, and nothing here is a judgement on how it steers, rides or feels. Warranty terms in particular differ by market and change; treat these as a starting point and confirm locally before you buy.
Warranty
Vehicle: 7 years / 80,000 miles manufacturer warranty (no mileage cap in year one, then 80,000 miles total across the term)
Battery: 8 years / 100,000 miles on the high-voltage battery, triggered if capacity drops below 70% of original
Battery: MG has introduced a lifetime battery warranty with unlimited mileage on selected EV models including the MG4
Reported as a Thailand-market programme at launch. Do NOT assume it applies elsewhere without confirming locally.
Battery chemistry
Varies by battery option — MG has offered more than one chemistry across MG4 variants. Confirm the specific pack in the car you are buying.
What real degradation data shows
No model-specific published study. The applicable reference is Geotab’s 2026 analysis of more than 22,700 EVs across 21 makes and models found average degradation of 2.3% per year, leaving roughly 82% of capacity at eight years. Heavy reliance on DC fast charging above 100 kW pushes that to as much as 3.0% per year; hot climates add about 0.4 points annually. Recurrent reports a 0.3% battery replacement rate across 2022-and-newer EVs.
Reliability record
No long-running independent reliability study covers the MG4 yet.
After-sales and service network
MG has re-established dealer networks across the UK, Australia and much of Southeast Asia, generally with broader coverage than the newest Chinese entrants. Service capability still varies by market — confirm the nearest EV-capable service point.
Whether MG’s lifetime EV battery warranty extends to the Philippines could NOT be verified — reporting indicates it launched in Thailand and had not cascaded to all markets. Treat the UK terms as the reference and confirm PH terms in writing. Per-variant battery chemistry is also unverified.
Ownership sources: MG — lifetime battery warranty announcement · Motorpoint — MG 7-year warranty explained · Geotab — EV battery health study.
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MG4 EV FAQ
How much is the MG4 in the Philippines?
It starts around PHP 1.469M, making it one of the most affordable new EVs locally. The base version uses a 51 kWh battery good for roughly 350 km (claimed); larger batteries abroad go further.
Is the MG4 good to drive?
Unusually for a budget EV, yes — its rear-wheel-drive layout and tidy handling earned strong reviews in the UK and Europe, where it has won multiple awards.
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