BYD Dolphin vs MG MG4 EV: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: BYD Dolphin vs MG MG4 EV. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
Our verdict
MG MG4 EV wins this head-to-head
It wins 4 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 1 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | Dolphin | MG4 EV |
|---|---|---|
| Range MG4 EV wins | 427 km | 435 km |
| Battery MG4 EV wins | 60 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency Dolphin wins | 14.9 kWh/100km | 15.2 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h Dolphin wins | 7 s | 7.7 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% MG4 EV wins | ~35 min | ~27 min |
| Seats tie | 5 | 5 |
| Price Dolphin wins | $24,000 | $32,000 |
| Rating MG4 EV wins | 4.2 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $335/yr | $342/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | Dolphin | MG4 EV |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 60.0 kWh (LFP Blade) | 64 kWh |
| Range | 427 km (WLTP) | 435 km (WLTP) |
| Top speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Power | FWD · 201 hp | RWD · 201 hp |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.0 s | 7.7 s |
| Charging (10-80%) | ~35 min | ~27 min |
| Drive | FWD | RWD |
| Efficiency | 14.9 kWh/100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo | 345 L | 363 L |
BYD Dolphin
Pros
- Cheap to buy and run
- Well equipped
- Safe battery chemistry
- Easy to park
Cons
- Small boot
- Ride can fidget on broken roads
- Fast-charge speed limited
- Tight rear headroom
MG MG4 EV
Pros
- Brilliant value
- Fun rear-drive handling
- Good efficiency
- Comfortable for the class
Cons
- Boot is a bit small
- Rear seat feels cramped
- Plastics feel budget
- Infotainment is laggy
Frequently asked questions
Is the MG MG4 EV really better than BYD Dolphin?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, BYD Dolphin or MG MG4 EV?
427 km vs 435 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $335/yr for the BYD Dolphin and $342/yr for the MG MG4 EV.
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