MG MG4 Urban vs Toyota Corolla Hatch
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Hatchbacks compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
MG MG4 Urban
From $32,990
Hatchback
Electric
Electric
118kW
—
5★ ANCAP
382L
Toyota Corolla Hatch
From $32,110
Hatchback
Hybrid
1.8L 4-cyl VVT-i Hybrid
103kW
4 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
217L
MG MG4 Urban: we're still completing kerb weight, seat count, transmission, turning circle and braked towing.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
The MG MG4 Urban starts from $32,990 before on-road costs, while the Toyota Corolla Hatch opens at $32,110. That makes the Toyota Corolla Hatch the more affordable entry point by $880.
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 $36,289 and $35,321 respectively.
The MG MG4 Urban currently qualifies for the electric-vehicle FBT exemption, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Toyota Corolla Hatch does not: only battery-electric vehicles qualify.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Charging Times
How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.
How long to charge
54kWh usablePublic DC
50kW charger · 0–80%
Ultra-rapid DC
up to 87kW · 0–80%
Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (6.6kW AC, 87kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.
Feature Showdown
The MG MG4 Urban features a 12.8-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Toyota Corolla Hatch gets a 8-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The MG MG4 Urban stands out with wireless charging, heated front seats, V2L and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Toyota Corolla Hatch. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the MG MG4 Urban gets pu leather upholstery while the Toyota Corolla Hatch offers cloth. Climate control is 1-zone in the MG MG4 Urban and 2-zone in the Toyota Corolla Hatch.
Drivetrain
The MG MG4 Urban uses a Electric producing 118kW and 250Nm of torque, sent through its transmission to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.7 seconds.
The Toyota Corolla Hatch responds with a 1.8L 4-cyl VVT-i Hybrid making 103kW and 142Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.1 seconds.
The MG MG4 Urban has the clear power advantage at 118kW vs 103kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Toyota Corolla Hatch is 0.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The MG MG4 Urban measures 4,395mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 20mm longer than the Toyota Corolla Hatch at 4,375mm (2,640mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the MG MG4 Urban generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 382L in the MG MG4 Urban and 217L in the Toyota Corolla Hatch, giving the MG MG4 Urban a 165L advantage.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.8m diameter
Good
Based on 10.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Good
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 9.5 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: clears in one
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.8 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: swings in
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Warranty: 10 years / 250,000km (MG MG4 Urban) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Toyota Corolla Hatch). The MG MG4 Urban has longer coverage.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the MG MG4 Urban if: You prioritise performance, need more boot space, value a longer warranty, or prefer MG's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Toyota Corolla Hatch if: You want the lower entry price, or prefer Toyota's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The MG MG4 Urban takes 5 of 7 key spec categories. If boot space matters, the MG MG4 Urban has a clear edge. The MG MG4 Urban adds peace of mind with a longer 10-year warranty. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, MG MG4 Urban and Toyota Corolla Hatch?
The Toyota Corolla Hatch is the cheapest at $32,110 before on-road costs. That undercuts the MG MG4 Urban by $880.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Toyota Corolla Hatch uses the least fuel at 4L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
MG MG4 Urban holds a 5-star ANCAP rating. We have no published ANCAP rating for Toyota Corolla Hatch, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which has the most boot space?
The MG MG4 Urban has the largest boot at 382L.
Which can tow the most?
The Toyota Corolla Hatch has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,200kg.
Which has the best warranty?
The MG MG4 Urban has the longest warranty at 10 years / 250k km.
Which is the most powerful?
The MG MG4 Urban makes the most power at 118kW. The Toyota Corolla Hatch is quickest to 100km/h in 8.1s.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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