Verdict
These are radically different tools. The RM100,888 MG 4 costs RM21,088 more, but brings a 200 hp/250 Nm rear motor, 64 kWh battery, 435 km range and 150 kW DC charging in a five-seat hatchback. Its 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time and six-airbag, autonomous-braking safety package suit private use far better. The RM79,800 Nissan NV200 is the rational work vehicle: its 4,200-litre load area dwarfs the MG’s 363 litres, though it has only two seats and a 108 hp 1.6-litre petrol manual drivetrain.
Pick the MG 4 if you need five seats, 435 km of electric range and far stronger safety and comfort equipment than the NV200.
Pick the Nissan NV200 if a 4,200-litre commercial load space and RM21,088 lower purchase price matter more than passenger accommodation and EV running.
Key differences
- Price: MG 4 RM100,888; Nissan NV200 RM79,800.
- Powertrain: MG 4 has a 200 hp/250 Nm electric motor and 64 kWh battery; NV200 has a 108 hp/152 Nm 1,598 cc petrol engine.
- Range/economy: MG 4 is rated for 435 km EV range; NV200 is rated at 7.14 L/100 km.
- Cargo and seating: MG 4 has 363 litres and five seats; NV200 has 4,200 litres and two seats.
- Safety: MG 4 has six airbags, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist; NV200 has two airbags and no lane-keeping assist.
- Dimensions: MG 4 is 4,287 mm long and 1,504 mm tall; NV200 is 4,400 mm long and 1,855 mm tall.
4
- 435 km range from a 64 kWh battery, with 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging.
- 200 hp and 250 Nm rear motor; 0-100 km/h takes 7.7 seconds.
- Five seats, six airbags, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM21,088 more than the NV200.
- 363-litre boot is far smaller than the NV200’s 4,200 litres.
- At 1,685 kg, it is 465 kg heavier than the 1,220 kg NV200.
NV200
- 4,200-litre cargo area in a commercial body.
- RM79,800 price is RM21,088 below the MG 4.
- 55-litre petrol tank and rated consumption of 7.14 L/100 km.
- Only two seats, against the MG 4’s five.
- 108 hp and 152 Nm trail the MG 4’s 200 hp and 250 Nm.
- Two airbags and no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist, where the MG 4 has both.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,888 | RM79,800✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Commercial |
| Segment | C-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with continuously variable-valve timing control |
| Capacity | — | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 108 hp |
| Torque | — | 152 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 78 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.8 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 200 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 64 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 435 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | — |
| V2L | 2.5 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | — | 5MT |
| Gears | — | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Jatco |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.14 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,287 mm | 4,400 mm |
| Width | 1,836 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,504 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,705 mm | 2,725 mm |
| Weight | 1,685 kg | 1,220 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 363 litres | 4,200 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R18 | 165/R14C |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R18 | 165/R14C |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 14" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 14" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Brake Assist |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player with 2 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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4 vs NV200 FAQ
Is the MG 4 or Nissan NV200 better?
The MG 4 is better for private transport, with five seats, 435 km EV range, 200 hp and substantially broader safety equipment. The Nissan NV200 is better only when its 4,200-litre commercial cargo area and lower RM79,800 price are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The MG 4 costs RM100,888 and the Nissan NV200 costs RM79,800, so the difference is RM21,088. That extra spend gets an electric 200 hp powertrain, five seats, 435 km range and much more active-safety equipment.
Which has more cargo space, the MG 4 or Nissan NV200?
The Nissan NV200 has 4,200 litres of cargo space, versus 363 litres in the MG 4. The trade-off is that the NV200 is a two-seat commercial vehicle, while the MG 4 is a five-seat hatchback.