The MG4 will come in two models – the cheapest one costs less than 200,000 kroner
The new MG4 Urban features a front-wheel drive layout, a range of 325 kilometers, and an starting price of 199,900 kroner. If you go up by 100,000, the rear-wheel drive MG4 also gets an upgrade with a range of 545 kilometers.
14.10.2026 15:19 | Updated 15:27
The MG4 has long been among the most affordable electric car models in Norway, and MG states that over 8,000 units have been sold since its launch.
The model continues to sell well: In September, 219 new MG4s were registered for the first time, according to OFV.
Now MG is expanding its model lineup in both directions: A new and very cheap MG4 Urban is already in stock in Norway and is almost ready for delivery, while an upgraded long-range version of the well-known MG4 will be delivered before the new year.
Same name – two different cars
The MG4 Urban is not just a stripped-down version of the MG4 we’re familiar with. It’s built on the new E3 platform and features front-wheel drive.
Ironically, it’s the cheapest model with “Urban” in its name that is actually the largest.
It measures 4.40 meters in length, which is about eleven centimeters longer than the regular MG4.
The traditional MG4 retains the more sporty MSP platform and rear-wheel drive. Here, it’s primarily the interior, equipment, driver assistance features, and range that have been upgraded.
MG4 Urban
New MG4
Starting price
199,900 NOK
299,900 NOK
Battery
43 kWt LFP
77 kWt NCM
Range
325 km
545 km
Power
150 hp
245 hp
Drive wheels
Front wheels
Rear wheels
Fast charging
82 kW
144 kW
10–80 percent
28 minutes
40 minutes
Urban strikes a price advantage
The MG4 Urban Comfort is equipped with a 43 kWt LFP battery, 150 horsepower, and a WLTP range of up to 325 kilometers.
The fast charging capacity reaches 82 kW, with a 10–80 percent charge taking 28 minutes.
A heat pump, instant heating and ventilation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, adaptive cruise control, and V2L (allowing the car to be used as a power source for electrical devices) are standard features.
MG lists the trunk capacity at 577 liters. This figure includes 98 liters under the floor, and the volume is measured up to the ceiling. Therefore, it cannot be directly compared to the typical trunk capacities quoted by other manufacturers.
The car can tow a trailer weighing up to 500 kilograms and has a permitted roof load of 75 kilograms.
Only one electric car is cheaper
With a starting price of 199,900 Norwegian krones, the MG4 Urban sits at the bottom of the price range in Norway’s new car market.
The Dongfeng Box remains cheaper, with a starting price of 189,900 kroner. However, its range is only 240 kilometers, and it is 36 centimeters shorter than the MG model.
The closest competitor might be the Aion UT City, which costs 229,990 kroner and has a claimed range of 320 kilometers.
The similarities don’t stop at price and range: With their rounded shapes, short overhangs, and smooth fronts, the two cars also look strikingly similar.
The Citroën ë-C3 Max also has a range of 320 kilometers and is currently priced at 229,900 kroner as part of a promotion.
Here’s what’s new in the familiar MG4
The other news about the MG4 is essentially a major upgrade to the version we know already – not a completely new generation.
Externally, the changes are limited to a new roof spoiler, more aerodynamic 18-inch tires, and new paint colors.
But the biggest changes are found inside the car. The driver display grows from 7 inches to 10.25 inches, while the main screen increases from 10.25 inches to 12.8 inches.
MG also promises softer materials, more storage space, wireless mobile charging, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The physical buttons for temperature and volume are retained. This is positive in an era where more functions are being moved to screen menus.
A heated steering wheel and seats, a 360-degree camera, V2L, and an upgraded version of MG Pilot are standard.
The new favorite feature in the driver assistance system allows saving desired settings and retrieving them with just two taps. This could be a much welcome improvement, as we have previously criticized some of the MG4’s assistants for being overly eager.
More Range for Your Money
The top model comes equipped with a 77 kW battery, 245 horsepower, and a range of 545 kilometers. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds.
The price of 299,900 kroner is 10,000 kroner lower than the regular price of today’s MG4 Luxury model with a 64 kW battery, while the range increases by 95 kilometers.
Currently, the existing 64 kW version is being sold at a promotional price of 279,900 kroner, which is 20,000 kroner less than the new model.
Longer Charging Times
The new MG4 has a maximum charging rate of 144 kW, and MG claims it takes around 40 minutes to reach 80 percent charge.
That’s nine minutes more than the vehicle’s daily 64 kWt output, which is rated at 31 minutes and a maximum of 140 kW. The new battery is indeed larger and can absorb more energy within the same time frame, but 40 minutes still isn’t particularly fast charging.
More models may arrive
For now, only the Urban with a 43 kWt battery and the upgraded MG4 with a 77 kWt battery have been confirmed for Norway.
Later, the MG4 Urban will also come equipped with a so-called semi-solid battery — an intermediate solution between today’s batteries and solid-state batteries. It’s not yet known whether this version will arrive in Norway.
The MG4 Urban is already in stock in Drammen, while the upgraded MG4 should be available in Norway before the new year.
The prices certainly show that MG will continue to compete with the same advantage that made the original MG4 popular: a lot of electric vehicle performance for the price.
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