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MG4 EV Urban vs Smart #1
Selected trimComfort Standard RangeChange trim202 mi · 42.8 kWh · £23,495
At a glance
In this comparison, MG MG4 EV Urban leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Smart #1 stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MG4 EV Urban if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MG MG4 EV Urban wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueMG
MG
7
Smart
5.9
Motorway RangeMG
MG
3.4
Smart
1.9
FamilyMG
MG
9.4
Smart
5.4
ChargingMG
MG
5.1
Smart
2.9
Cost Per MileMG
MG
4.8
Smart
1.9
City DrivingMG
MG
7.1
Smart
6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
MG4 EV Urban
Comfort Standard Range
- £6,465 cheaper
- 264 litres more boot space
- 26 Wh/km more efficient
- 0.5 m tighter turning circle
- 500 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £23,495 (better) | £29,960 |
| Official range | 202 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Boot space | 577 L (better) | 313 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 28 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.6 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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MG4 EV Urban
Smart #1
Length
MG4 EV Urban4,395mm
Smart #14,270mm-125mm
Width
MG4 EV Urban1,842mm
Smart #11,822mm-20mm
Height
MG4 EV Urban1,549mm-87mm
Smart #11,636mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,270 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,842 mm | 1,822 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,139 mm | 2,025 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,549 mm | 1,636 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 558 mm spare | 578 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 577 L (better) | 313 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 976 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | 15 L (better) |
| 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.
Smart #1
- At 4,270 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  MG4 EV Urban Comfort Standard Range |  Smart #1 Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.39m | 4.27m-125mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 1.82m-20mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.14m | 2.02m-114mm |
| Height | 1.55m | 1.64m+87mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.75m | 2.75m |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 577L (better) | 313L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 976L |
| Frunk | Not available | 15L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,460kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 500kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42.8kWh | 49kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 202 mi (better) | 193 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 82kW | 130kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £23,495 (better) | £29,960 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2023+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 202 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 140 miles (better) | 133 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 82 kW | 130 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | 155 Wh/km (better) | 181 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 41.9 kWh | 49 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.6 sec | Not available |
| Power | 110 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 250 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
MG4 EV Urban
Comfort Standard Range
Smart #1
Pure
7.5/10
average across 4 reviews
- Electrifying.com9/10
- Autocar3.5/5
- DrivingElectric3.5/5
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MG4 EV Urban
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | MG4 EV UrbanComfort Standard Range | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £17,099 | £22,900 |
| Average used price | £17,497 | £23,771 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 6 listings | 10 listings (better) |
| Saving vs RRP | £5,998 below new | £6,189 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Up 4.3% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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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 - Smart #1 Pure
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist88%
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 | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 201,168 km (better) |
Buying options
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MG4 EV Urban
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Smart #1
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
MG4 EV Urban
- £19,9902026Cars2View
Smart #1
- £23,7712024Car360View
- £23,9992024Car360View
- £22,9002024EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Smart #1 worth the extra £6,465 over the MG MG4 EV Urban?
The Smart #1 costs £6,465 more than the MG MG4 EV Urban. For that premium it adds 48 kW faster peak rapid charging and 90 kW more power. The MG MG4 EV Urban is not just cheaper - it also offers 264 litres more boot space and lower energy use, 155 versus 181 Wh/km. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MG MG4 EV Urban comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MG MG4 EV Urban or the Smart #1?
The MG MG4 EV Urban is £6,465 cheaper to buy. The MG MG4 EV Urban is cheaper to charge, roughly £168 a year versus £200 for the Smart #1, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the MG MG4 EV Urban comes out roughly £6,625 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 Smart #1 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 140 miles for the MG MG4 EV Urban and 133 miles for the Smart #1 - 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 Smart #1?
The two are within 20 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 578 mm of total clearance for the Smart #1 and about 558 mm of total clearance for the MG MG4 EV Urban. The MG MG4 EV Urban also turns in a 0.5 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 Smart #1?
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 Smart #1. 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. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .