GAC Aion V vs MG MG4 Urban

Price and cost per week

On the rated figures, the MG MG4 Urban leads on standard features per $10,000: 4.0 per $10,000 on RRP (17 of 17 standard) for the GAC Aion V; 4.8 per $10,000 on RRP (16 of 17 standard) for the MG MG4 Urban. Price per km of range: level ($84 per km of range on RRP for the GAC Aion V; $81 per km of range on RRP for the MG MG4 Urban). Price per kW: level ($284 per kW on RRP for the GAC Aion V; $280 per kW on RRP for the MG MG4 Urban). On the rated figures, the MG MG4 Urban leads on price per litre of boot: $100 per litre of boot on RRP for the GAC Aion V; $86 per litre of boot on RRP for the MG MG4 Urban. These ratios are not part of the CarSorted Score.

Safety Rundown

Both the GAC Aion V and MG MG4 Urban hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating, tested 2025. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the GAC Aion V and 87% for the MG MG4 Urban.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 9 of 10 key ADAS systems on the GAC Aion V, against 7 on the MG MG4 Urban.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the GAC Aion V and 7 in the MG MG4 Urban.

Recalls on our record

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

Charging and range

The rated figures side by side: electric range and fuel use with the battery depleted for a plug-in hybrid or range extender, the km each battery-electric car adds overnight on its own onboard charger, and the DC time in the window each document prints.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to a DC fast charger, estimated from battery size and the car's own maximum charge rates.

Feature Showdown

The GAC Aion V features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 8.9-inch digital dash, while the MG MG4 Urban gets a 12.8-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GAC Aion V stands out with Apple CarPlay, panoramic roof, ventilated seats and power tailgate: features our data doesn't list for the MG MG4 Urban. The MG MG4 Urban counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the GAC Aion V gets pvc upholstery while the MG MG4 Urban offers pu leather. Climate control is 2-zone in the GAC Aion V and 1-zone in the MG MG4 Urban.

Drivetrain

The GAC Aion V uses a Electric producing 150kW and 210Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9 seconds.

The MG MG4 Urban responds with a Electric making 118kW and 250Nm, paired to its gearbox driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.7 seconds.

The GAC Aion V has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 118kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the MG MG4 Urban is 0.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 75.3kWh (GAC Aion V) vs 54kWh (MG MG4 Urban), giving WLTP ranges of 510km and 405km. DC fast charging peaks at 180kW (GAC Aion V) vs 87kW (MG MG4 Urban).

Space & Comfort

The GAC Aion V measures 4,605mm long on a 2,775mm wheelbase, 210mm longer than the MG MG4 Urban at 4,395mm (2,750mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GAC Aion V generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 427L in the GAC Aion V and 382L in the MG MG4 Urban, giving the GAC Aion V a 45L advantage.

The GAC Aion V turns in a 11.2 m circle, kerb to kerb; the MG MG4 Urban's turning circle is not on our record.

Cost to own

At 15,000 km a year, electricity for the GAC Aion V costs about $752 a year (17 kWh/100km, at $0.30/kWh electricity) and electricity for the MG MG4 Urban about $725 a year (16.1 kWh/100km, at $0.30/kWh electricity). That is $27 a year less for the MG MG4 Urban.

The weekly and 5-year figures in the price section above add repayments, rego, servicing and tyres to this; use our Fuel Cost Calculator for your own driving.

Warranty: 8 years / unlimited km (GAC Aion V) and 10 years / 250,000 km* (MG MG4 Urban).

Where each one leads

The GAC Aion V: more power (150kW against 118kW), the bigger boot with the seats up (427L against 382L) and the longer warranty not tied to dealer servicing (8 years against 7).

The MG MG4 Urban: the lower starting price ($32,990 against $42,590) and lower fuel or energy costs on our assumptions ($725 a year against $752).

The Verdict

Level at 76: here's what splits them

The GAC Aion V and MG MG4 Urban are level on the CarSorted Score at 76 each, so neither takes the overall call. What splits them: practicality (GAC Aion V ahead by 8 points), energy efficiency (MG MG4 Urban ahead by 6 points), technology (GAC Aion V ahead by 5 points). At 15,000 km a year, electricity for the MG MG4 Urban costs about $27 less (16.1 kWh/100km against 17 kWh/100km, at $0.30/kWh electricity). Boot space with the seats up: 427L in the GAC Aion V, 382L in the MG MG4 Urban.

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