GWM ORA vs MG MG4

The GWM ORA starts from $31,990 before on-road costs, while the MG MG4 opens at $39,990. That makes the GWM ORA the more affordable entry point by $8,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $35,189 and $43,989 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

Both the GWM ORA and MG MG4 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 92% for the GWM ORA and 83% for the MG MG4.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 7 of 10 key ADAS systems on the GWM ORA, against 6 on the MG MG4.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the GWM ORA and 6 in the MG MG4.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The GWM ORA features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the MG MG4 gets a 12.8-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The MG MG4 counters with wireless charging, heated front seats, power tailgate and V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the GWM ORA gets synthetic leather upholstery while the MG MG4 offers pvc with cloth inserts.

The GWM ORA uses a Electric producing 126kW and 250Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.4 seconds.

The MG MG4 responds with a Electric making 140kW and 350Nm, paired to a auto driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.5 seconds.

The MG MG4 has the clear power advantage at 140kW vs 126kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the MG MG4 is 0.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 57.7kWh (GWM ORA) vs 64kWh (MG MG4), giving WLTP ranges of 347km and 435km. DC fast charging peaks at 80kW (GWM ORA) vs 154kW (MG MG4).

The GWM ORA measures 4,235mm long on a 2,650mm wheelbase, 52mm shorter than the MG MG4 at 4,287mm (2,705mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the MG MG4 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 228L in the GWM ORA and 350L in the MG MG4, giving the MG MG4 a 122L advantage.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (GWM ORA) vs 10 years / 250,000km (MG MG4). The MG MG4 has longer coverage.