Say hello to…
…the MG 4 Urban, which is not like the MG 4 we know and love, but an SUV that’s slightly larger than the regular 4 and, amazingly, even better value with list pricing starting below £24,000. That £6,000-plus saving have been achieved through slower charging and smaller batteries.
The Urban is available with either a 43kWh or 54kWh battery which have maximum charge speeds of 82kW and 87kW respectively. The regular 4 now charges at up to 154kW.
Three trim and power variants are available.
Comfort standard range which includes a 43kWh battery and has a 201 mile range and is equipped with 16-inch alloys, auto headlights, 12.8-inch infotainment screen, satnav, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and MG Pilot
Comfort long range which adds a 54kWh battery for a 258 mile range.
Premium long range further adds rear privacy glass, 17-inch wheels, 360-degree camera, powered driver’s seat, wireless phone charger, uprated stereo, heated front seats and heated steering wheel.
Is The MG 4 Urban Suitable For My Fleet
Missing out on the faster max charge speeds means the MG 4 Urban isn’t as appealing to fleets as the regular MG 4. However, if long distance travel isn’t a requirement, then the Urban suddenly looks very appealing for any buyer.
As well as being well equipped and good value, interior space is impressive too; boot capacity sits at 568 litres.
Leasing An MG 4 Urban
Gateway2lease is offering the MG 4 Urban for £358 a month on a 3+36 contract with 10,000 miles a year. Maintenance is forecast at £35 per month on the same basis, according to Gensen Reports. Class 1A NIC comes in at £9 a month.
Driving An MG 4 Urban
Due to the naming, it’s obvious to compare the Urban to the regular MG 4, however, the two cars are decidedly different.
The Urban is not only a different shape and has different batteries and motor, it also has a longer wheelbase. As a result, the MG 4 Urban feels immediately more settled than the standard MG 4, not that it feels unsettled.
The biggest difference is in the steering. Where the 4 could feel light and slightly floaty, Urban delivers more consistent weighting and clearer feedback. It is still easy to manoeuvre at low speeds, but at motorway pace it tracks with greater confidence and composure.
Performance is adequate rather than brisk. It does not have the punch of the standard MG 4, yet it never feels underpowered. Overtakes on A-roads are dealt with cleanly and there is enough mid-range shove to make it feel at home in mixed use. Drive modes include Eco, Normal, Sport, Snow and a Custom setting, allowing drivers to tailor throttle response and steering weight to suit conditions.
Regenerative braking can be adjusted between low, medium, strong and adaptive but there is no, full, one-pedal stop function.
On a mixed run involving some motorway, the car was returning an indicated 3.7 miles per kWh, suggesting respectable real-world efficiency for business users watching whole life costs. It’s a figure that would equate to a 200 mile real-world range.
Ride quality is firm and as a result there’s more jiggle over broken surfaces than you feel in the MG 4. Rear-wheel drive provides decent handling too.
The main dynamic drawback is refinement. There is more road noise than expected, with noticeable tyre boom and a degree of wind rustle at speed. For most fleet drivers it will be acceptable, but it is an area where rivals may feel more polished.
Overall, the MG4 Urban drives well and for a car priced well below £30,000, it delivers a composed, efficient and capable driving experience.
FleetandLeasing.com Verdict On The MG 4 Urban
Amazing value for money. Great if you don’t do longer journeys.
MG 4 Urban
Model: 4 Urban Premium
Power: 160hp
Torque: 250Nm
Max speed: 99mph
0-62mph: 9.5s
Official range: 258 miles
Test range: 200 miles
CO2 emissions: 0g/km
BIK tax band 2025/26: 3%
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