MG MG4 vs GWM ORA

The MG MG4 starts from $39,990 before on-road costs, while the GWM ORA opens at $31,990. That makes the GWM ORA the more affordable entry point by $8,000.

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 $43,989 and $35,189 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.

Both the MG MG4 and GWM ORA hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 83% for the MG MG4 and 92% for the GWM ORA.

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

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 MG MG4 features a 12.8-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the GWM ORA gets a 10.3-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The MG MG4 stands out with wireless charging, heated front seats, power tailgate and V2L — features our data doesn't list for the GWM ORA. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the MG MG4 gets pvc with cloth inserts upholstery while the GWM ORA offers synthetic leather.

The MG MG4 uses a Electric producing 140kW and 350Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.5 seconds.

The GWM ORA responds with a Electric making 126kW and 250Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.4 seconds.

The MG MG4 has the clear power advantage at 140kW vs 126kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the MG MG4 is 0.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 64kWh (MG MG4) vs 57.7kWh (GWM ORA), giving WLTP ranges of 435km and 347km. DC fast charging peaks at 154kW (MG MG4) vs 80kW (GWM ORA).

The MG MG4 measures 4,287mm long on a 2,705mm wheelbase, 52mm longer than the GWM ORA at 4,235mm (2,650mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the MG MG4 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 350L in the MG MG4 and 228L in the GWM ORA, giving the MG MG4 a 122L advantage.

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 7 years / 999,999km (GWM ORA). The MG MG4 has longer coverage.