MG MG4 vs Abarth 500e

The MG MG4 starts from $37,990 before on-road costs, while the Abarth 500e opens at $60,500. That makes the MG MG4 the more affordable entry point by $22,510.

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 $41,789 and $66,550 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 Abarth 500e.

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 1 in the Abarth 500e.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the MG MG4 and 6 in the Abarth 500e.

The MG MG4 features a 10.3-inch touchscreen, while the Abarth 500e gets a 10.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The MG MG4 stands out with Apple CarPlay and power tailgate that you will not find on the Abarth 500e. The Abarth 500e counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging and JBL audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The MG MG4 uses a Electric producing 125kW and 250Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.9 seconds.

The Abarth 500e responds with a Electric making 113kW and 235Nm, paired to a single-speed automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7 seconds.

The MG MG4 has the clear power advantage at 125kW vs 113kW. In the real-world sprint, the Abarth 500e is 0.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 51kWh (MG MG4) vs 42kWh (Abarth 500e), giving WLTP ranges of 350km and 253km. DC fast charging peaks at 140kW (MG MG4) vs 85kW (Abarth 500e).

The MG MG4 measures 4,287mm long on a 2,705mm wheelbase, 614mm longer than the Abarth 500e at 3,673mm (2,322mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the MG MG4 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 363L in the MG MG4 and 185L in the Abarth 500e, giving the MG MG4 a 178L advantage. The MG MG4 seats 5 vs 4.

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

Warranty: 10 years / 250,000km (MG MG4) vs 3 years / 150,000km (Abarth 500e). The MG MG4 has longer coverage.