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Kia e-Niro vs MG4 EV Urban
Selected trimComfort Standard RangeChange trim202 mi · 42.8 kWh · £23,495
At a glance
The Kia e-Niro was replaced by the Kia Niro EV in 2022. Compare the Kia Niro EV with the MG4 EV Urban
In this comparison, Kia e-Niro stays competitive across the board, while the MG MG4 EV Urban leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MG4 EV Urban if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MG MG4 EV Urban leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMG
Kia
0
MG
7
Motorway RangeMG
Kia
2.5
MG
3.4
FamilyMG
Kia
3.7
MG
9.4
ChargingMG
Kia
0.3
MG
5.1
Cost Per Mile
Kia
5.1
MG
4.8
Too close to call
City Driving
Kia
7.1
MG
7.1
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
MG4 EV Urban
Comfort Standard Range
- 126 litres more boot space
- 32 kW faster rapid charging
- 1 more year of battery warranty
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £23,495 |
| Official range | 180 miles | 202 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 451 L | 577 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec | 9.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Kia e-Niro
MG4 EV Urban
Length
Kia e-Niro4,375mm-20mm
MG4 EV Urban4,395mm
Width
Kia e-Niro1,805mm-37mm
MG4 EV Urban1,842mm
Height
Kia e-Niro1,570mm
MG4 EV Urban1,549mm-21mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,375 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,805 mm (better) | 1,842 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,139 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,549 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m | 10.5 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 595 mm spare (better) | 558 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 451 L | 577 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 500 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Kia e-Niro
- Uses 153 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 80% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,375 mm, shorter than 80% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
MG4 EV Urban
- 1st-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 577 L.
- At 4,395 mm, longer than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
- 2,750 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia e-Niro 2 |  MG4 EV Urban Comfort Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.38m | 4.39m+20mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.84m+37mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.14m |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.55m-21mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.70m | 2.75m+50mm |
| Ground Clearance | 155mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 451L | 577L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m | 10.5m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,667kg | 1,460kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 39.2kWh | 42.8kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 180 mi | 202 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 50kW | 82kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £23,495 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2019–2022 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 180 miles | 202 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 126 miles | 140 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 50 kW | 82 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 153 Wh/km (better) | 155 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 39.2 kWh | 41.9 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec | 9.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 110 kW (better) |
| Torque | 395 Nm (better) | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | fwd | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Kia e-Niro
2
MG4 EV Urban
Comfort Standard Range
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £14,495 | £17,099 |
| Average used price | £15,045 | £17,497 |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - MG MG4 EV Urban Comfort Standard Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users85%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 8 years (better) |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Kia e-Niro
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MG4 EV Urban
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Kia e-Niro
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MG4 EV Urban
- £19,9902026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
What are the Kia e-Niro and MG MG4 EV Urban like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 126 miles for the Kia e-Niro and 140 miles for the MG MG4 EV Urban - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia e-Niro or the MG MG4 EV Urban?
The Kia e-Niro is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 37 mm narrower than the MG MG4 EV Urban. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 595 mm of total clearance for the Kia e-Niro and about 558 mm of total clearance for the MG MG4 EV Urban.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia e-Niro or the MG MG4 EV Urban?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 86% battery health for the Kia e-Niro and 90% for the MG MG4 EV Urban. That gives the MG MG4 EV Urban a modest edge in retained real-world range. The MG MG4 EV Urban's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Kia e-Niro's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. The MG MG4 EV Urban has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia e-Niro.
Go deeper on each car
Visit the full model pages for owner feedback, expert reviews, used prices and battery-health information.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .