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Leapmotor B05 vs MG4 EV (2022-2025)
Selected trimStandard236 mi · 52 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Leapmotor B05 leads on motorway range, 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 Leapmotor B05 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the MG4 EV (2022-2025) 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
Leapmotor
0
MG
6.3
Motorway RangeLeapmotor
Leapmotor
5.4
MG
2.5
FamilyMG
Leapmotor
0
MG
6.8
ChargingMG
Leapmotor
0
MG
4.6
Cost Per MileLeapmotor
Leapmotor
7.9
MG
2.8
City DrivingLeapmotor
Leapmotor
8
MG
7
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | MG4 EVSE Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £25,995 |
| Official range | 236 miles (better) | 217 miles |
| Boot space | Not available | 363 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 39 min |
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 7.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Leapmotor B05
MG4 EV
Length
Leapmotor B054,195mm-92mm
MG4 EV4,287mm
Width
Leapmotor B051,810mm-26mm
MG4 EV1,836mm
Height
Leapmotor B051,575mm
MG4 EV1,504mm-71mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | MG4 EVSE Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,195 mm | 4,287 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,810 mm (better) | 1,836 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,060 mm |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,504 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.3 m (better) | 10.5 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 590 mm spare (better) | 564 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | MG4 EVSE Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | Not available | 363 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1177 L |
| 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.
Leapmotor B05
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
MG4 EV
- Peak DC charging of 117 kW, faster than 85% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- One of 34 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 2,705 mm wheelbase, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Leapmotor B05 Base |  MG4 EV SE Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.20m | 4.29m+92mm |
| Width | 1.81m | 1.84m+26mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.06m |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.50m-71mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.62m | 2.71m+85mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | Not available | 363L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1177L |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.34m (better) | 10.5m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,655kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh (better) | 51kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 236 mi (better) | 217 mi |
| Max DC Charge | Not available | 117kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £25,995 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2022–2026 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | MG4 EVSE Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 236 miles (better) | 217 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 197 miles (better) | 155 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 39 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | Not available | 117 kW |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 7 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 170 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh (better) | 50.8 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | MG4 EVSE Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 7.7 sec |
| Power | 150 kW (better) | 125 kW |
| Torque | Not available | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - MG MG4 EV SE Standard Range
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users75%
Safety Assist78%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | MG4 EVSE Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 128,748 km |
Buying options
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Leapmotor B05
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MG4 EV
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Live used listings
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Leapmotor B05
No active listings.
MG4 EV
- £16,0292025Car360View
- £15,2992025Car360View
- £11,2992023Car360View
Frequently asked questions
What are the Leapmotor B05 and MG MG4 EV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 197 miles for the Leapmotor B05 and 155 miles for the MG MG4 EV - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Leapmotor B05 goes roughly 42 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Leapmotor B05 or the MG MG4 EV?
The two are within 26 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 590 mm of total clearance for the Leapmotor B05 and about 564 mm of total clearance for the MG MG4 EV.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Leapmotor B05 or the MG MG4 EV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Leapmotor B05 and 90% for the MG MG4 EV. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
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