Head to head
Volkswagen ID.3 vs MG MG4
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S and the MG MG4 Premium Long Range are two of the most cross-shopped electric hatchback choices on the market. The ID.3 Pro S (2024) starts at $45,000 with 295 mi of range and a 79 kWh pack; the MG4 Premium Long Range (2026) starts at $40,174 with 360 mi and a 61.7 kWh pack.
The price gap of $4,826 is the single biggest practical difference between them. On range, MG MG4 Premium Long Range holds a 22% advantage. The comparison below is generated from Eldrivo's verified specification database and updates whenever the underlying figures change — price in USD, EPA-style range, battery capacity, DC charging peak, 0–60 mph acceleration and Euro NCAP safety scores, side by side.
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Who wins where
MG MG4 Premium Long Range travels 360 mi against 295 mi for Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S — roughly 22% further per charge.
MG MG4 Premium Long Range starts at $40,174, undercutting Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S at $45,000 by $4,826.
Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S reaches 60 mph in 7.1s versus 7.5s for MG MG4 Premium Long Range, helped by 231 hp.
Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S peaks at 185 kW on a DC fast charger against 154 kW for MG MG4 Premium Long Range, adding 10–80% in about 26 minutes.
Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S uses 166 Wh per mile compared with 171 Wh for MG MG4 Premium Long Range, which translates directly into lower charging costs.
Technical data
Full specifications side by side
| Spec | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S | MG MG4 Premium Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $45,000 | $40,174 |
| Range | 295 mi | 360 mi |
| Battery | 79 kWh | 61.7 kWh |
| 0-60 mph | 7.1s | 7.5s |
| Power | 231 hp | 190 hp |
| DC charging peak | 185 kW | 154 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 26 min | 25 min |
| Efficiency | 166 Wh/mi | 171 Wh/mi |
| Body type | hatchback | hatchback |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Towing | N/A | 1,100 lbs |
| Euro NCAP | Not tested | 5/5 stars |
The short answer
Which one should you buy?
Choose the Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S if…
- you prioritise straight-line performance
- fast road-trip charging is a priority
- you want the lowest running cost per mile
Choose the MG MG4 Premium Long Range if…
- you want the lower entry price
- long-distance range matters most
Common questions
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