MG MG4 vs BYD Atto 1

The MG MG4 starts from $37,990 before on-road costs, while the BYD Atto 1 opens at $23,990. That makes the BYD Atto 1 the more affordable entry point by $14,000.

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 $41,789 and $26,389 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.

Both the MG MG4 and BYD Atto 1 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 83% for the MG MG4 and 82% for the BYD Atto 1.

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 3 in the BYD Atto 1.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the MG MG4 and 6 in the BYD Atto 1.

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

The MG MG4 features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the BYD Atto 1 gets a 10.1-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The MG MG4 stands out with power tailgate that you will not find on the BYD Atto 1. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the MG MG4 gets cloth upholstery while the BYD Atto 1 offers synthetic leather.

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 7.7 seconds.

The BYD Atto 1 responds with a Electric making 65kW and 175Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 11.1 seconds.

The MG MG4 has the clear power advantage at 125kW vs 65kW. In the real-world sprint, the MG MG4 is 3.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 51kWh (MG MG4) vs 30.1kWh (BYD Atto 1), giving WLTP ranges of 350km and 220km. DC fast charging peaks at 88kW (MG MG4) vs 65kW (BYD Atto 1).

The MG MG4 measures 4,287mm long on a 2,705mm wheelbase, 297mm longer than the BYD Atto 1 at 3,990mm (2,500mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the MG MG4 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 363L in the MG MG4 and 308L in the BYD Atto 1, giving the MG MG4 a 55L 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 6 years / 150,000km (BYD Atto 1). The MG MG4 has longer coverage.