Peugeot e-308 vs MG MG4

The Peugeot e-308 starts from $65,990 before on-road costs, while the MG MG4 opens at $39,990. That makes the MG MG4 the more affordable entry point by $26,000.

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 $72,589 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.

The MG MG4 holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Peugeot e-308. Adult occupant protection scored 79% for the Peugeot e-308 and 83% for the MG MG4.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 8 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Peugeot e-308, against 6 on the MG MG4.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera.

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

The Peugeot e-308 features a 10-inch touchscreen paired with a 10-inch digital dash, 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 Peugeot e-308 stands out with head-up display, Focal audio and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the MG MG4. The MG MG4 counters with heated front seats and V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Peugeot e-308 gets alcantara upholstery while the MG MG4 offers pvc with cloth inserts. Climate control is 2-zone in the Peugeot e-308 and 1-zone in the MG MG4.

The Peugeot e-308 uses a Electric Motor producing 115kW and 270Nm of torque, sent through a single-speed automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.8 seconds.

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 MG MG4 has the clear power advantage at 140kW vs 115kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the MG MG4 is 2.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 50kWh (Peugeot e-308) vs 64kWh (MG MG4), giving WLTP ranges of 400km and 435km. DC fast charging peaks at 100kW (Peugeot e-308) vs 154kW (MG MG4).

The Peugeot e-308 measures 4,365mm long on a 2,675mm wheelbase, 78mm longer than the MG MG4 at 4,287mm (2,705mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the MG MG4 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 434L in the Peugeot e-308 and 350L in the MG MG4, giving the Peugeot e-308 a 84L advantage.

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

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Peugeot e-308) vs 10 years / 250,000km (MG MG4). The MG MG4 has longer coverage.