Mazda 6e vs MG MG4

The Mazda 6e starts from $49,990 before on-road costs, while the MG MG4 opens at $39,990. That makes the MG MG4 the more affordable entry point by $10,000.

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 $54,989 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.

ANCAP lists the Mazda 6e at 5 stars (2025) and the MG MG4 at 5 stars (2022). ANCAP tested these in different years (2025 vs 2022). Its criteria get stricter about every three years, so the stars are not like for like. Adult occupant protection scored 93% for the Mazda 6e and 83% for the MG MG4, under different test years.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 7 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Mazda 6e, 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 9 in the Mazda 6e and 6 in the MG MG4.

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

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

The Mazda 6e features a 14.6-inch touchscreen, 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 Mazda 6e stands out with panoramic roof and ventilated seats — features our data doesn't list for the MG MG4. The MG MG4 counters with heated front seats. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Mazda 6e gets synthetic leather upholstery while the MG MG4 offers pvc with cloth inserts. Climate control is 3-zone in the Mazda 6e and 1-zone in the MG MG4.

The Mazda 6e uses a Electric producing 190kW and 290Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout.

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 Mazda 6e has the clear power advantage at 190kW vs 140kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 78kWh (Mazda 6e) vs 64kWh (MG MG4), giving WLTP ranges of 560km and 435km. DC fast charging peaks at 194kW (Mazda 6e) vs 154kW (MG MG4).

The Mazda 6e measures 4,921mm long on a 2,895mm wheelbase, 634mm longer than the MG MG4 at 4,287mm (2,705mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mazda 6e generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 337L in the Mazda 6e and 350L in the MG MG4, giving the MG MG4 a 13L advantage.

For towing, the Mazda 6e leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 500kg. That 1,000kg 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 (Mazda 6e) vs 10 years / 250,000km (MG MG4). The MG MG4 has longer coverage.