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Fiat 600e vs MG4 EV
Selected trimPopChange trim254 mi · 54 kWh · £26,995
Selected trimPremium Long RangeChange trim280 mi · 64 kWh · £29,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Fiat 600e leads on running costs and city driving, while the MG MG4 EV leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Fiat 600e if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the MG4 EV if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MG MG4 EV leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMG
Fiat
5.1
MG
7.2
Motorway Range
Fiat
3.8
MG
3.5
Too close to call
FamilyMG
Fiat
2.1
MG
7.4
ChargingMG
Fiat
3.9
MG
7.4
Cost Per MileFiat
Fiat
5.6
MG
2.3
City DrivingFiat
Fiat
8.2
MG
6.7
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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Fiat 600e
MG4 EV
Length
Fiat 600e4,178mm-109mm
MG4 EV4,287mm
Width
Fiat 600e1,779mm-57mm
MG4 EV1,836mm
Height
Fiat 600e1,525mm
MG4 EV1,516mm-9mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | Fiat 600ePop | MG4 EVPremium Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,178 mm | 4,287 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,779 mm (better) | 1,836 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,060 mm |
| Height | 1,525 mm | 1,516 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m | 10.5 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 621 mm spare (better) | 564 mm spare |
People & luggage
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How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Fiat 600e
- At 4,178 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 151 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 85% of SUVs we track.
- 10.5 m turning circle, tighter than 80% of SUVs in our database.
MG4 EV
- 280 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 154 kW, faster than 95% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Fiat 600e Pop |  MG4 EV Premium Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.18m | 4.29m+109mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.84m+57mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.06m |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.52m-9mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.71m+144mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 360L | 388L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1164L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m | 10.5m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,579kg (better) | 1,765kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 54kWh | 64kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 254 mi | 280 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 154kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £26,995 (better) | £29,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £25,495 (-£1,500) | £29,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2023+ | 2026+ |
* Fiat 600e: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Fiat 600ePop | MG4 EVPremium Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 254 miles | 280 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 176 miles | 181 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min | 25 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 154 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7 kW |
| Energy consumption | 151 Wh/km (better) | 176 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 54 kWh | 61.7 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
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Fiat 600e
Pop
MG4 EV
Premium Long Range
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Fiat 600e Pop
Fiat 600e Pop
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Euro NCAP - MG MG4 EV Premium Long Range
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users75%
Safety Assist78%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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Buying options
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Fiat 600e
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MG4 EV
- £18,4992026Car360View
- £24,4902026Cars2View
- £21,9902026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the MG MG4 EV worth the extra £3,000 over the Fiat 600e?
The MG MG4 EV costs £3,000 more than the Fiat 600e. For that premium it adds 27 miles more WLTP range, 54 kW faster peak rapid charging and a 1.5s quicker 0-62mph time. The Fiat 600e is not just cheaper - it also offers lower energy use, 151 versus 176 Wh/km. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MG MG4 EV comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Fiat 600e or the MG MG4 EV?
The Fiat 600e is £3,000 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Fiat 600e comes out roughly £3,120 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Fiat 600e and MG MG4 EV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 176 miles for the Fiat 600e and 181 miles for the MG MG4 EV - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 25-27 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Fiat 600e or the MG MG4 EV?
The Fiat 600e is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 57 mm narrower than the MG MG4 EV. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 621 mm of total clearance for the Fiat 600e and about 564 mm of total clearance for the MG MG4 EV.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Fiat 600e or the MG MG4 EV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Fiat 600e and 90% for the MG MG4 EV. That gives the MG MG4 EV a modest edge in retained real-world range. The MG MG4 EV's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Fiat 600e's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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