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MG4 EV Urban vs Renault Megane
Selected trimComfort Standard RangeChange trim202 mi · 42.8 kWh · £23,495
At a glance
In this comparison, MG MG4 EV Urban leads on family practicality, while the Renault Megane leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MG4 EV Urban if...
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
Choose the Renault Megane if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- 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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Renault Megane leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
MG
7
Renault
7
Too close to call
Motorway RangeRenault
MG
3.4
Renault
7.5
FamilyMG
MG
9.4
Renault
8.9
ChargingRenault
MG
5.1
Renault
8.7
Cost Per MileRenault
MG
4.8
Renault
8
City DrivingRenault
MG
7.1
Renault
8.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Renault Megane
Techno 67kWh
- 104 miles more WLTP range
- 83 kW faster rapid charging
- 50 kW more power
- 2.0s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £23,495 (better) | £31,995 |
| Official range | 202 miles | 306 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 577 L (better) | 440 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 28 min | 24 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 9.6 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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MG4 EV Urban
Renault Megane
Length
MG4 EV Urban4,395mm
Renault Megane4,200mm-195mm
Width
MG4 EV Urban1,842mm
Renault Megane1,768mm-74mm
Height
MG4 EV Urban1,549mm
Renault Megane1,505mm-44mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,842 mm | 1,768 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,139 mm | 2,017 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,549 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 558 mm spare | 632 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 577 L (better) | 440 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1332 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 500 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
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.
Renault Megane
- 306 mile WLTP range, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- Peak DC charging of 165 kW, faster than 100% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  MG4 EV Urban Comfort Standard Range |  Renault Megane Techno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.39m | 4.20m-195mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 1.77m-74mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.14m | 2.02m-122mm |
| Height | 1.55m | 1.50m-44mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.75m | 2.69m-65mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 577L (better) | 440L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1332L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,460kg (better) | 1,772kg |
| Towing Capacity | 500kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42.8kWh | 67kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 202 mi | 306 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 82kW | 165kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £23,495 (better) | £31,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £23,495 (not eligible) | £28,245 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 202 miles | 306 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 140 miles | 255 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 min | 24 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 82 kW | 165 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 155 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 41.9 kWh | 67 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.6 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 110 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | Not available |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
MG4 EV Urban
Comfort Standard Range
Renault Megane
Techno 67kWh
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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 | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £17,099 | £25,699 |
| Average used price | £17,497 | £26,847 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 6 listings | 12 listings (better) |
| Saving vs RRP | £5,998 below new | £5,148 below new |
| 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
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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)
Euro NCAP - Renault Megane Techno 67kWh
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant85%
Child Occupant88%
Vulnerable Road Users65%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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MG4 EV Urban
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Renault Megane
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
MG4 EV Urban
- £19,9902026Cars2View
Renault Megane
- £27,9952026Cars2View
- £25,6992026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Renault Megane worth the extra £8,500 over the MG MG4 EV Urban?
The Renault Megane costs £8,500 more than the MG MG4 EV Urban. For that premium it adds 104 miles more WLTP range, 83 kW faster peak rapid charging and 50 kW more power. The MG MG4 EV Urban is not just cheaper - it also offers 137 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Renault Megane comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MG MG4 EV Urban or the Renault Megane?
The MG MG4 EV Urban is £8,500 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the MG MG4 EV Urban comes out roughly £8,420 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the MG MG4 EV Urban and Renault Megane like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 140 miles for the MG MG4 EV Urban and 255 miles for the Renault Megane - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Renault Megane goes roughly 115 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 24-28 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MG MG4 EV Urban or the Renault Megane?
The Renault Megane is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 74 mm narrower than the MG MG4 EV Urban. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 632 mm of total clearance for the Renault Megane and about 558 mm of total clearance for the MG MG4 EV Urban.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MG MG4 EV Urban or the Renault Megane?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the MG MG4 EV Urban and 90% for the Renault Megane. 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. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .