MG 4 vs Nissan NV200
Verdict
This is less hatchback-versus-hatchback than family EV against workhorse. The MG 4 costs RM100,888 and brings 200 hp, rear-wheel drive, a 64.0 kWh battery and 435 km of EV range, plus five seats and six airbags. The Nissan NV200 is RM79,800, has a 1.6 litre petrol engine with 108 hp, a manual gearbox and only two seats, but its 4,200 litre cargo space dwarfs the MG’s 363 litres. Buy by use case, not image.
Pick the MG 4 if you want a five-seat electric hatchback with 200 hp, 435 km range, six airbags and AEB.
Pick the Nissan NV200 if cargo space matters most and a two-seat petrol commercial with 4,200 litres of space fits the job.
Key differences
- Price: MG 4 RM100,888; Nissan NV200 RM79,800
- Powertrain: MG 4 single electric motor; Nissan NV200 1,598 cc petrol engine
- Output: MG 4 200 hp; Nissan NV200 108 hp and 152 Nm
- Seats: MG 4 five; Nissan NV200 two
- Cargo space: MG 4 363 litres; Nissan NV200 4,200 litres
- Safety kit: MG 4 six airbags and AEB; Nissan NV200 two airbags and AEB not listed
4
- 200 hp with rear-wheel drive
- 435 km EV range from a 64.0 kWh battery
- Five seats, six airbags and AEB
- RM21,088 dearer to buy
- 363 litre boot is tiny beside the NV200’s 4,200 litres
- Electric-only use means charging access has to suit your routine
NV200
- Huge 4,200 litre cargo space
- Lower RM79,800 purchase price
- 55 litre fuel tank and 7.1 L/100 km fuel economy
- Only two seats
- 108 hp and manual transmission
- Two airbags and no AEB listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 100,888 | RM 79,800✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Commercial |
| Segment | C-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with continuously variable-valve timing control |
| Capacity | — | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 108 hp |
| Torque | — | 152 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 78 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.8 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 200 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| Battery Capacity | 64 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 435 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | — |
| V2L | 2.5 | — |
| 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) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 14" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 14" Steel |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Drum |
| 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 | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 160 | RM 120✓ |
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.
4 vs NV200 FAQ
Is the MG 4 or Nissan NV200 better?
For private use, the MG 4 is better: five seats, 200 hp, 435 km EV range, six airbags and AEB. For cargo work, the Nissan NV200 wins with 4,200 litres of space.
What is the price difference?
The MG 4 costs RM21,088 more than the Nissan NV200. Its road tax is also RM160 a year versus RM120 for the Nissan.
Which one has more cargo space?
The Nissan NV200 has far more cargo space at 4,200 litres. The MG 4 has 363 litres, which suits normal hatchback luggage rather than commercial carrying.