Hyundai Inster vs MG MG4

The Hyundai Inster starts from $39,000 before on-road costs, while the MG MG4 opens at $37,990. That makes the MG MG4 the more affordable entry point by $1,010.

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 $42,900 and $41,789 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

The MG MG4 holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Hyundai Inster.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The MG MG4 packs more ADAS features with 5 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 4 in the Hyundai Inster.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera.

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

The Hyundai Inster features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-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 Hyundai Inster stands out with V2L that you will not find on the MG MG4. The MG MG4 counters with power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Hyundai Inster uses a Electric producing 71kW and 147Nm of torque, sent through a single-speed to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.6 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 MG MG4 has the clear power advantage at 125kW vs 71kW. In the real-world sprint, the MG MG4 is 2.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 42kWh (Hyundai Inster) vs 51kWh (MG MG4), giving WLTP ranges of 327km and 350km. DC fast charging peaks at 120kW (Hyundai Inster) vs 88kW (MG MG4).

The Hyundai Inster measures 3,825mm long on a 2,580mm wheelbase, 462mm 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 280L in the Hyundai Inster and 363L in the MG MG4, giving the MG MG4 a 83L advantage.

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

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai Inster) vs 10 years / 250,000km (MG MG4). The MG MG4 has longer coverage.