SAIC Motor officially opened pre-sales in China for the all-new MG4 EV hatchback

Prices start at 73,800 yuan ($10,270), with four variants immediately available and a semi-solid-state battery version slated for pricing announcement in September and deliveries before year-end

MG Motor, a subsidiary of SAIC Motor, has started pre-sales of the redesigned MG4 compact EV hatchback in China. The all-new MG4 is available for pre-order starting at 73,800 yuan ($10,270), a 47.21 percent reduction from the starting price of 139,800 yuan for its predecessor. The model will offer a variant with semi-solid-state batteries, with pricing to be announced in September and mass production set to begin later this year. The new MG4 measures 4,395 mm in length, 1,842 mm in width, and 1,551 mm in height, with a 2,750 mm wheelbase—an increase over the previous generation. 

Exterior updates include a redesigned LED-backlit MG logo, arrow-shaped LED taillights, and six available colours, such as Donglai Purple and Coral Red. Wheel options range between 16 and 17 inches. As a compact electric hatchback, the new MG4 is expected to compete with Volkswagen's ID.3, BYD Dolphin, and the Firefly EV from Nio sub-brand Firefly. The MG4 is equipped with a permanent magnet synchronous motor delivering 120 kW of power and 250 Nm of torque, reaching a top speed of 160 km/h. Two lithium iron phosphate battery options offer CLTC ranges of 437 km (42.8 kWh) and 530 km (53.9 kWh). Charging from 30% to 80% takes approximately 20 minutes, while the vehicle maintains an energy consumption rate of 10.4 kWh per 100 km. The car’s heat pump-based thermal management system supports up to 75% range retention after pre-heating at -7°C. 

The MG4 is notable for being among the first production vehicles globally to offer a semi-solid-state battery at scale. SAIC reports the battery successfully passed three-direction needle penetration tests without smoke emissions and demonstrates improved performance in low-temperature conditions. This innovation aims to enhance battery safety and lifespan, expanding consumer options within the affordable compact car segment. 

Inside, the MG4 features a 15.6-inch 2.5K floating touchscreen powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8155 chip. The vehicle debuts the MG×Oppo Smart Mobility System, enabling seamless phone-to-car integration with digital key functionality, AI voice commands, app mirroring, and device-agnostic compatibility across Android, Apple, Huawei, Xiaomi, and other major smartphone brands. Over-the-air (OTA) updates will unlock features like phone-based remote parking and uninterrupted walking-to-driving navigation. 

Prices start at 73,800 yuan ($10,270) for MG4 Comfort (with 437 km range) version, with four variants immediately available. The MG4 Ease (with 437 km range) variant starts at 81,800 yuan (approx $11,200), the MG4 Freedom (with 437 km range) version starts at 90,800 yuan (approx. $12,400), the MG4 Smart (with 530 km range) variant starts at 105,800 yuan (approx. $14,400).