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MG4 EV vs VW ID.3 (2020-2023)
Selected trimPremium Long RangeChange trim280 mi · 64 kWh · £29,995
Selected trimPure Performance 45 kWh · 2021-22Change trim216 mi · 45 kWh · £29,635
At a glance
The VW ID.3 was replaced by the VW ID.3 Neo in 2026. Compare the MG4 EV with the VW ID.3 Neo
In this comparison, MG MG4 EV leads on value for money and charging speed, while the VW ID.3 leads on running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MG4 EV if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the VW ID.3 (2020-2023) if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p 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 VW ID.3 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueMG
MG
7.2
VW
6.1
Motorway Range
MG
3.5
VW
3.8
Too close to call
Family
MG
7.4
VW
7.4
Too close to call
ChargingMG
MG
7.4
VW
5.2
Cost Per MileVW
MG
2.3
VW
5.8
City DrivingVW
MG
6.7
VW
8.2
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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MG4 EV
VW ID.3
Length
MG4 EV4,287mm
VW ID.34,261mm-26mm
Width
MG4 EV1,836mm
VW ID.31,809mm-27mm
Height
MG4 EV1,516mm-52mm
VW ID.31,568mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MG4 EVPremium Long Range | VW ID.3Pure Performance 45 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,287 mm | 4,261 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,836 mm | 1,809 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,060 mm | 2,015 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,516 mm | 1,568 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m | 10.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 564 mm spare | 591 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
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How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
MG4 EV
- 280 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 154 kW, faster than 95% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- One of 33 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
VW ID.3
- Peak DC charging of 110 kW, faster than 85% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- 2,770 mm wheelbase, longer than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  MG4 EV Premium Long Range |  VW ID.3 Pure Performance 45 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.29m | 4.26m-26mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 1.81m-27mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 2.02m-45mm |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.57m+52mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.71m | 2.77m+65mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 150mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 388L (better) | 385L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1164L | 1267L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m | 10.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,765kg (better) | 1,781kg |
| Towing Capacity | 500kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 64kWh (better) | 45kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 280 mi (better) | 216 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 154kW (better) | 110kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £29,995 | £29,635 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2021–2022 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | MG4 EVPremium Long Range | VW ID.3Pure Performance 45 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 280 miles (better) | 216 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 181 miles (better) | 155 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 154 kW (better) | 110 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 7.2 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 176 Wh/km | 150 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 61.7 kWh (better) | 45 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
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MG4 EV
Premium Long Range
VW ID.3
Pure Performance 45 kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - MG MG4 EV Premium Long Range
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users75%
Safety Assist78%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - VW ID.3 Pure Performance 45 kWh
Tested 2020
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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Buying options
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MG4 EV
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
VW ID.3
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
MG4 EV
- £18,4992026Car360View
- £24,4902026Cars2View
- £21,9902026Cars2View
VW ID.3
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MG MG4 EV or the VW ID.3?
The VW ID.3 is £360 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the VW ID.3 comes out roughly £480 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 and VW ID.3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 181 miles for the MG MG4 EV and 155 miles for the VW ID.3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The MG MG4 EV goes roughly 26 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 25-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MG MG4 EV or the VW ID.3?
The two are within 27 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 591 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.3 and about 564 mm of total clearance for the MG MG4 EV. The VW ID.3 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 or the VW ID.3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the MG MG4 EV and 87% for the VW ID.3. That gives the MG MG4 EV a modest edge in retained real-world range. The MG MG4 EV's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the VW ID.3's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .