Honda Civic vs MG MG4

The Honda Civic starts from $43,250 before on-road costs, while the MG MG4 opens at $37,990. That makes the MG MG4 the more affordable entry point by $5,260.

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 $47,575 and $41,789 respectively.

The MG MG4 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Honda Civic, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Honda Civic and MG MG4 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 89% for the Honda Civic and 83% for the MG MG4.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Honda Civic packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in 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 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic features a 9-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.2-inch digital dash, while the MG MG4 gets a 10.3-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Honda Civic stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, Bose audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the MG MG4. The MG MG4 counters with Apple CarPlay and power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Honda Civic gets leather upholstery while the MG MG4 offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Honda Civic and 1-zone in the MG MG4.

The Honda Civic uses a Hybrid producing 135kW and 315Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.1 seconds.

The MG MG4 responds with a Electric making 125kW and 250Nm, paired to a auto driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.7 seconds.

The Honda Civic has the clear power advantage at 135kW vs 125kW. In the real-world sprint, the MG MG4 is 0.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Honda Civic measures 4,560mm long on a 2,733mm wheelbase, 273mm longer than the MG MG4 at 4,287mm (2,705mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Honda Civic generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 410L in the Honda Civic and 363L in the MG MG4, giving the Honda Civic a 47L advantage.

For towing, the Honda Civic leads with a 750kg braked capacity vs 500kg. That 250kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

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

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Honda Civic) vs 10 years / 250,000km (MG MG4). The MG MG4 has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Honda Civic)—.