Top 10 Good & Bad: 2024 MG MG4

00:00 – Intro
00:24 – 10. 5-star ANCAP safety (Good section starts)
00:42 – 9. Practical/spacious inside
04:23 – 8. X-Power & variants
04:57 – 7. Range
05:35 – 6. Build quality
06:05 – 5. Software updates
07:00 – 4. Suspension
07:24 – 3. 0-100km/h acceleration
07:54 – 2. Value & price
08:12 – 1. Handling
08:52 – 10. Made in China (Bad sections starts)
10:14 – 9. No spare tyre
10:54 – 8. Towing capacity
10:36 – 7. Boot volume
11:11 – 6. No key/start button
12:44 – 5. No lumbar support
13:04 – 4. Missing safety tech
13:58 – 3. Hub-caps
14:25 – 2. LFP battery in 51kWh
15:28 – 1. Inconsistent performance
17:25 – Conclusion

2024 MG MG4 51 Excite specifications:

125kW (170PS) / 250Nm, 51kWh battery
1-speed auto transmission with rear-wheel drive
Claimed 0-100km/h: 7.7 seconds
Official range (WLTP): 350km
Boot space: 363L/1177L
Price: AU$38,990 (not including on-road costs, at time of upload)

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[sambotten]

The LFP isn’t old and isn’t a negative, it’s fast replacing the cobalt and nickel batteries due to safety, longevity and affordability.

[raikukei]

I think the LFP battery is a pro not a con. I don’t think the cold affects it as much as European countries. It can charge to 100% consistently and better longevity, also less prone to thermal runaway. It’s why Teslas use LFP now.

[richspivey]

My friend just bought one and gave me a go. First EV to drive, but boy its anazing, especially for the price. Tore up a very steep hill with four people like it wasn't even there. It is basic but where they skimped is on things i couldn't care less about. Only thing is i wish it had blind spot cameras.
Still i'm heading to a dealer next week.

[nordic]

Most Teslas built now have LFP batteries, including all Teslas made at gigaBerin.
LFP is the prefered battery now and effectively has the same practical range as NMC due to LFP being able to charged to 100% every time, where as NMC is recommened to only charge to 80% most time to preserve batteey life, and only charge to 100% on the rare occasiobpns you need the extra range.

I would choose LFP.

[paulcolu]

I own the MG Trophy in the UK and just love it. The ride set up is perfect for the UK roads. A true value for money EV.

[danielnordstrand]

I have the base model Excite 51 and get a bit over 400km range while running air con. I was pleasantly surprised with the plastic on the doors, as I normally hate plastic in cars! But that texture makes it look decent and there aren't any creeks or squeaks :D
The responsiveness of the system could be better, it takes a while to get to the driving modes and one pedal driving mode.... Or MG could just give us a programmable shortcut button for our favorite mode and single peddle driving mode, or make it remember our preferences that we set! After all, when you swipe down from the top there is plenty of room to implement this.

[loveclose]

There are two programmable buttons on the steering wheel that can overcome the issues with Air Con . Air con can be controlled via the steering wheel, as can the 360 degree camera on the Trophy trim.

[deanharrysmith]

Got one a few months back, UK Spec Trophy 2023 model with rear spoilers. Great it is, though you can read the horror stories about the dealers making users have month long waits for repairs (just hope mine will be ok) and also stories about lack of spares with stuff having to be shipped over from china for repairs. Also if you have one check if yours has got the faulty bulge underneath the car with the floor panel, check it out as it can come off and cause damage. MG states it not a problem but I believe there is a fix in Oz being trialled. Still I love it and it moves very quickly

[williamcarroll]

Have been enjoying our Excite for a couple of weeks . Still learning its character. Curious about the little wheel behind the indicator stalk and what that does to lighting vs the switch at front?

[BinkBricks]

For me, I would get an MG over any BYD or GWM. MG is in my opinion the most reliable Chinese brand and while I still don’t like Chinese cars and MGs the MG will be much better than the others, especially at this price point.

[waynehobbs]

Nobody would compare this to a BMW. Its main competitor is the BYD Dolphin and GWM Ora which you didn't mention.
You need to research more IMHO.

[williamwall]

The difference between made-in-China MG and made-in-UK MG is that the one built in China is better quality in its components and build, and will be far more durable than the beautiful - but constantly needing maintenance/repairs - MGs of old.

[alexcumbers]

I’ve got the Xpower which is fantastic. But none of the negative points are issues at all for the base model, minor inconveniences at worst. Great value for money.

[flamingstag]

MG, S steel is very sus. my dads 2 yo in the UK has huge underbody rust in all the wrong places eg- suspension & steering brackets welded to the so called chassis they catch water & the paint is bubbling off he is being ignored by MG so for now he has paid for a rust treatment himself. they have only given him a 12 mth guarantee on the repair their report states that due to the low quality of build & materials regular treatment will be required & their main concern is the mounting of the battery which is in an advanced stage of deterioration & cannot be accessed !!! poor old dad is now wondering when he will see his battery on the ground after its warranty

[vypstfd]

There is a potential safety issue with charging to 100%. At 100% the regeneration stops working. If you are used to one pedal driving suddenly at 100% charge you need 2 pedal driving.

[sydjaguar]

LFP is a pro. It's got iron and that allows it to be charged to 100% all the time and can take a lot more charge cycles. This should easily last for approximately 300, 000 kms at the minimum.

[honesty_-nohe]

The most advanced batteries in the world right now are LFP from CATL and ZEEKR and BYD but the new CATL SHENXING LFP battery is a major ground-breaking battery. LFP will be majority chemistry by 2026.

[UTube-gsyf]

The interior is really basic compared to the Atto 3 IMO. Put me right off it.

[paillart]

LFP are better for resilience and aren't old generation, the drawback they don't have as much power per weight. They have avantages than the other chemistries dont have. See the comment below. Not effect of the cold till minus 20°C. No effect if you charge each time at 100%. Also, handle well very high rate of charging current(3C) and they are given at least 3000 times full charge/discharges. The best, they don't catch fire if something happens. I have this LFP batteries at my home on my solar system and I feel safe. So, it is just question of choice regarding what we prefer an what we expect from EV.

[Airbag]

Power would vary based on the SoC, if you're under 50% it would not push as hard is what I'd expect