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MG4 EV Urban vs Nissan Micra
Selected trimComfort Standard RangeChange trim202 mi · 42.8 kWh · £23,495
Selected trimEngage 40kWhChange trim196 mi · 40 kWh · £22,995
At a glance
In this comparison, MG MG4 EV Urban leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed, while the Nissan Micra leads on running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MG4 EV Urban if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Nissan Micra if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MG MG4 EV Urban leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMG
MG
7
Nissan
6.2
Motorway Range
MG
3.4
Nissan
3.6
Too close to call
FamilyMG
MG
9.4
Nissan
6.1
ChargingMG
MG
5.1
Nissan
4.2
Cost Per MileNissan
MG
4.8
Nissan
6.9
City DrivingNissan
MG
7.1
Nissan
8.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £23,495 | £22,995 (better) |
| Official range | 202 miles (better) | 196 miles |
| Boot space | 577 L (better) | 326 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 28 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.6 sec | 9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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MG4 EV Urban
Nissan Micra
Length
MG4 EV Urban4,395mm
Nissan Micra4,084mm-311mm
Width
MG4 EV Urban1,842mm
Nissan Micra1,780mm-62mm
Height
MG4 EV Urban1,549mm
Nissan Micra1,530mm-19mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,084 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,842 mm | 1,780 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,139 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,549 mm | 1,530 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m | 10.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 558 mm spare | 620 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 577 L (better) | 326 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 500 kg (better) | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
MG4 EV Urban
- 1st-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 577 L.
- At 4,395 mm, longer than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
- 2,750 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
Nissan Micra
- Uses 143 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- Heat pump comes as standard; 15% of EVs we track within ±25% of this price include one.
Full specifications
| Specification |  MG4 EV Urban Comfort Standard Range |  Nissan Micra Engage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.39m | 4.08m-311mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 1.78m-62mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.14m | Not available |
| Height | 1.55m | 1.53m-19mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.75m | 2.58m-170mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 577L (better) | 326L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m | 10.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,460kg | 1,400kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 500kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42.8kWh (better) | 40kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 202 mi (better) | 196 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 82kW (better) | 80kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £23,495 | £22,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £23,495 (not eligible) | £21,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 202 miles (better) | 196 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 140 miles (better) | 137 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 82 kW (better) | 80 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 155 Wh/km | 143 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 41.9 kWh (better) | 40 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.6 sec | 9 sec (better) |
| Power | 110 kW (better) | 90 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm (better) | 225 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
MG4 EV Urban
Comfort Standard Range
Nissan Micra
Engage 40kWh
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MG4 EV Urban
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - MG MG4 EV Urban Comfort Standard Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users85%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Nissan Micra Engage 40kWh
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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MG4 EV Urban
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Nissan Micra
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MG4 EV Urban
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Nissan Micra
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MG MG4 EV Urban or the Nissan Micra?
The Nissan Micra is £500 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Nissan Micra comes out roughly £540 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the MG MG4 EV Urban and Nissan Micra like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 140 miles for the MG MG4 EV Urban and 137 miles for the Nissan Micra - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MG MG4 EV Urban or the Nissan Micra?
The Nissan Micra is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 62 mm narrower than the MG MG4 EV Urban. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 620 mm of total clearance for the Nissan Micra and about 558 mm of total clearance for the MG MG4 EV Urban. The Nissan Micra also turns in a 0.3 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MG MG4 EV Urban or the Nissan Micra?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the MG MG4 EV Urban and 90% for the Nissan Micra. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .