Car Buyer's Guide

MG 4 vs Wuling Porta EV

MG 4

MG 4

Wuling Porta EV

Wuling Porta EV

Verdict

At RM100,888 for the MG 4 and RM99,800 for the Wuling Porta EV, the RM1,088 gap is tiny but the jobs are not. The MG is a five-seat hatchback with 200 hp, 435 km of range, 150 kW DC charging and a 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time. The CKD Porta is a two-seat commercial van: its 6.5 m³ cargo bay and 1,165 kg payload matter more than its 101 hp motor and 300 km range. Pick the MG for people; pick the Wuling for parcels, tools or stock.

The 4 XPOWER (RM138,888) sits above every Porta EV variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.

4

Pick the MG 4 if you need a five-seat EV with 435 km range, 200 hp and 150 kW DC charging.

Porta EV

Pick the Wuling Porta EV if your priority is a two-seat electric work van with 6.5 m³ of cargo space and a 1,165 kg payload.

Key differences

  • Power and torque: MG 4 200 hp/250 Nm; Wuling Porta EV 101 hp/180 Nm.
  • Battery and range: MG 4 64 kWh/435 km; Wuling Porta EV 41.9 kWh/300 km.
  • Charging: MG 4 supports 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC; no AC or DC charging rate is stated for the Wuling Porta EV.
  • Accommodation: MG 4 has five seats and a 363-litre boot; Wuling Porta EV has two seats and 6.5 m³ of cargo space.
  • Dimensions: MG 4 is 4,287 mm long with a 2,705 mm wheelbase; Wuling Porta EV is 5,010 mm long with a 3,050 mm wheelbase.
  • Performance: MG 4 reaches 160 km/h and does 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds; Wuling Porta EV reaches 115 km/h and has no 0-100 km/h figure stated.

4

  • 435 km range from a 64 kWh battery.
  • 200 hp, 250 Nm and rear-wheel drive.
  • 150 kW DC charging, 11 kW AC charging and 2.5 kW V2L.
  • Only a tyre repair kit, versus the Wuling Porta EV's full-size spare.
  • 363-litre boot cannot match the Wuling Porta EV's 6.5 m³ cargo bay and 1,165 kg payload.
  • CBU import rather than the Wuling Porta EV's Malaysian CKD assembly.

Porta EV

  • 6.5 m³ cargo bay with a 1,165 kg payload.
  • Dual sliding side doors and 270-degree-opening rear barn doors.
  • Full-size spare tyre and RM50 annual road tax.
  • Two seats, against the MG 4's five.
  • 300 km range and 101 hp trail the MG 4's 435 km and 200 hp.
  • No stated AC or DC charging rate, while the MG 4 supports 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging.

What the 4 has over the Porta EV

AlarmChild Safety LockSeat BeltsBlind Spot Info SystemISOFIXAutonomous Braking SystemLane-keeping AssistCollision WarningSeatbelt ReminderLED Daytime Running LightsWing Mirror Turn IndicatorsRear SeatsInterior LightingCruise ControlAuto HeadlampsSteering TelescopicFolding Wing Mirrors

What the Porta EV has over the 4

Front FoglampsPower Door

Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.

The Porta EV's wheelbase is 345 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom.

4 4,287 × 1,836 × 1,504 mm · wheelbase 2,705 mmPorta EV 5,010 × 1,800 × 1,960 mm · wheelbase 3,050 mm
1,5044,287 mmWheelbase 2,705 mm1,9605,010 mmWheelbase 3,050 mm

Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.

Price & overview
PriceRM100,888RM99,800✓
Body typeHatchbackCommercial
SegmentC-SegmentCommercial
AssemblyCBUCKD
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM160RM50✓
Monthly instalment (est.)RM1,030/moRM1,020/mo✓
Insurance / year (est.)RM2,871RM2,843✓
Electricity / year (est.)RM1,307RM1,241✓
Energy cost / 100 km (est.)RM6.54RM6.21✓
5-year running costs (est.)RM21,691RM20,668✓
Charging (estimated)
AC charge 0–100% (est.)5.8 hours—
DC charge 10–80% (est.)30 min—
Powertrain
Engine Tech400V architecture400V architecture
FuelElectricElectric
Number of Motors11
Motor Horsepower200 hp✓101 hp
Motor Torque250 Nm✓180 Nm
Battery Capacity64 kWh✓41.9 kWh
EV Range435 km✓300 km
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW—
Charging Rate (DC)150 kW—
V2L2.5 kW—
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
Transmission Name—Single-speed Automatic
DrivelineRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h7.7 seconds—
Top Speed160 km/h✓115 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,287 mm5,010 mm
Width1,836 mm1,800 mm
Height1,504 mm1,960 mm
Wheelbase2,705 mm3,050 mm
Weight1,685 kg1,565 kg
Doors55
Seats52
Boot Space363 litres—
Front Tyre235/45R18195/70R15C
Rear Tyre235/45R18195/70R15C
Spare TyreTyre Repair KitFull Size
Factory TyresBridgestone Turanza T005 EV—
Wiper Blade (Driver)24 inch—
Wiper Blade (Passenger)16 inch—
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)Malaysia (CKD)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutsMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkLeaf Springs (5-leaf)
Front Wheels18" Alloys15" Steel with Wheel Cap
Rear Wheels18" Alloys15" Steel with Wheel Cap
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Electric Power Steering
Chassis Notes—Cargo 6.5 m3 (2,830 x 1,680 x 1,365 mm); payload 1,165 kg; GVW 2,730 kg; front disc / rear drum brakes
Safety
Airbags6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)2 (Driver and Passenger)
ABS/EBD✓✓
Stability Control✓✓
Alarm✓—
Immobilizer✓✓
Child Safety LockManual For Rear Doors—
Seat Belts5 Three-point—
Blind Spot Info System✓—
ISOFIXAvailable On Outer Two Rear Seats—
Autonomous Braking SystemYes—
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionNo
Collision Warning✓—
Seatbelt ReminderAll Seats—
Safety Notes—Brake assist, traction control, VDC/VSC, low-speed pedestrian alarm; 83% ultra-high-strength steel cage-type body
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorLED
TaillampsLED CombinationHalogen
LED Daytime Running Lights✓—
Front Foglamps—✓
Rear Foglamps✓✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators✓—
Cabin
Front SeatsPower Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat2 Fabric Seats, 4-way Manual Adjustment
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding—
Front Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlElectronic Air Conditioning
Power Sockets1 Front, 3 USBUSB Port
Interior LightingMap Lights—
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 RearYes
Audio10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto8" Head Unit with Bluetooth and USB, 3.5" TFT Cluster
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and DownDual Power Windows, Driver Auto with Anti-pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyed Ignition
LocksKeyless OperationRemote Central Locking (Integrated Key)
Auto Headlamps✓—
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control—
Steering Audio Control✓✓
Steering Tilt✓✓
Steering Telescopic✓—
Boot OperationManual OperationManual Barn Doors, 270-degree Opening
Parking Sensor Rear4 SensorsYes
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree CameraYes
Folding Wing Mirrors✓—
Bluetooth✓✓
Power Door—Dual Sliding Side Doors (777 mm)
Hill Start Assist✓✓
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorDigital/Analogue
Parking BrakeElectronicHandbrake
Convenience Notes—Rotary gear selector; dual sliding side doors (777 mm); 8-inch head unit in English, Chinese and Malay; 7 kW wallbox (RM3,500) free with early-bird bookings, along with a three-pin charger and 3-year/60,000 km scheduled maintenance
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimited✓120,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer5 years5 years
Warranty Notes8-year/150,000 km Battery WarrantyEV battery cell 6-yr/300,000 km; drive motor, EV battery and BMS 5-yr/200,000 km

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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.

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4 vs Porta EV FAQ

Is the MG 4 or Wuling Porta EV better?

The MG 4 is better as a private five-seat EV, with 435 km range, 200 hp and DC charging. The Wuling Porta EV is better for commercial work because it carries two people but has 6.5 m³ of cargo space and a 1,165 kg payload.

What is the price difference?

The MG 4 costs RM1,088 more than the Wuling Porta EV. That is a very small gap, so the choice should turn on passenger transport versus commercial cargo use, not purchase price.

Which one is easier to charge on longer journeys?

The MG 4 is the clearer long-distance choice: it has 435 km range, 11 kW AC charging and 150 kW DC charging. The Wuling Porta EV has a 300 km range, but no AC or DC charging rate is stated.

How long does charging take?

The 4's 64.0 kWh battery takes about 5.8 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 30 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 150 kW peak.

Which one is locally assembled?

The Porta EV is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the 4 is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.

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