MG Motor UK MG4 electric lease deals

Leasing an MG4 in the UK

While many leasing customers would be quick to say Tesla, Porsche, BMW or Mercedes, there are others who are now becoming firm fans of the truly affordable electric vehicle producer – MG Motor.

With their ZS electric SUV and a recently revised estate in the MG5 (July 2022), this innovative company is now becoming one of the UK’s best-selling manufacturers. Indeed, in June 2022, the MG HS, a petrol and plug-in options, was the 9th top registered vehicles (with over 2,700 registrations). Clearly this pure electric car company is not one to stay idle with their latest car now set to arrive in September 2022 – the MG4 EV.

When will the new MG4 be available?

Reports suggest that this will open for order in September 2022 for UK customers. And MG have not been shy in setting out their target competition – the VW Id.3, Cupra Born and Nissan Leaf hatchbacks are set to be in their sights. And while the MG4 will be cost-effective, this will receive some robust technology and infrastructure improvements.

The new Modular Scalable Platform (MSP) is a battery architecture to feature in all future modules and will allow for better battery efficiency and reduced weight. With a new integrated battery structure there has been a reduction of battery height to 110mm to provide for better driver engagement and handling. This will also feature a 50:50 weight distribution via the RWD drive train.

The MSP architecture also allows the Over-The-Air (OTA) updates via the Service Orientated Architecture (SOA). The way in which EVs are serviced and updated is changing; for many Tesla Model 3 and Y customers, they will already be acutely aware of the regular adjustments and upgrades. MG are clearly recognising the importance of this approach which is both efficient and cost-effective. The future of how we service and maintain our EVs is something on the agenda of most drivers, dealerships and manufacturers.

And does the MG4 deliver a good electric experience? How much will the MG4 EV cost?

The e-car lease personal, business and salary sacrifice customers will have two key options to enjoy:

• Standard Range – (expected to cost around £26,000) the usable 51 kWh battery option will 125 kW (or 168hp) for 0-62 times of 9 seconds and 99 mph top speeds. The charging times based on the 7.4 kW AC max will be just over 8 hours from 0 – 100% with the 100 kW DC rapid charge max allowing for just over 30-minute 10 – 80% times. On range, the 51 kWh option should deliver around 155 miles combined in colder weather with 215 miles in warmer temperatures; and
• Long Range - (expected to cost around £29,000) the usable 64 kWh battery option will 150 kW (or 201hp) for 0-62 times of 8 seconds and 99 mph top speeds. The charging times based on the 7.4 kW AC max will be just over 10 hours from 0 – 100% with the 125 kW DC rapid charge max allowing for just over 30-minute 10 – 80% times. On range, the bigger battery 64 kWh option should deliver around 190 miles combined in colder weather with 260 miles in warmer temperatures.

And what specifications will be available on the MG4 EV?

If this follows the new MG5 estate and MG ZS, expect there to be two key options:

• SE – expect MG Pilot, 10.23” colour screen, iSmart App, 7” Driver Information Display, Apple Car Play, parking sensor, adaptive cruise control, keyless entry and vehicle to load charging; and
• Trophy – will add a 360 degree parking camera, heated front seats, privacy glass, rain sensing wipers, auto dimming rear view mirror and automatic air conditioning.

For any lease customers comparing battery specifications on the MG4

it’s important to note the way in which EV websites describe them. For battery size, as per CC on a combustion engine, the kWh will note your capacity. The bigger the kWh, the bigger the batteries – which in general suggests a longer range and quicker vehicle (offset somewhat by battery weight).

The kWh, or kilowatt hour, is not the output of the vehicle. When looking to understand the power, which UK customers would commonly associate with ps or bhp on a combustion option, they will need to look at kW. The kW, or kilowatt, will provide an indication on the power.

To be clear, BEVs are not boring vehicles and many produce blistering 0 – 62 times; many are substantially quicker than combustion vehicles due to the instant torque. Taking the MG4 EV 64 kWh option, you can see this has an impressive 8 second 0 – 62 time. While electrification can be a cost saving measure, there is a still a positive driving experience too.

Looking to lease an all-new MG MG4?

Order books should open for the leasing market around September time. While live data and pricing is not yet available on the e-car lease website, as soon as data is received this will go straight into our best deals section. And for any PCH, BCH or Sal Sac needing an instant quote, just use our calculator to build a finance arrangement which meets your needs and requirements.

Choose a term (2/3/4 years), annual mileage (5,000 – 20,000 per annum), initial rental / deposit (including no deposit options) and input your driver or funder-maintained requirements, then let our industry-leading website do the rest. And for those customers leasing an electric car for the first time, just use our “living with your …” tools to understand real-world range, charging times, charging cost and your company car tax calculations. For any help and advice just speak to our expert team directly -  01942 910 001 or email us at [email protected].