2026 MG4 EV: sharper, smarter… still class-leading? [100% electric and no need to worry about petrol and diesel prices]
The MG4 changed the game when it first arrived – sharp to drive, generously equipped and aggressively priced. But the electric hatchback market doesn’t stand still. Since then, a wave of talented new rivals has arrived, all promising more range, more tech and more polish. So where does that leave the updated 2026 MG4? Tom “Wookie” Ford gets behind the wheel for a full first drive of the latest version to find out whether MG has done enough to keep its electric hatch at the sharp end of the market – or whether newer arrivals have pushed it down the pecking order. There are updates inside and out, with refreshed styling, upgraded cabin materials and the latest infotainment tech. MG says it’s listened to customer feedback, refining the software, improving usability and boosting overall quality. But does it now feel properly competitive against the class best? And crucially, has MG preserved the fun, rear-wheel-drive character that helped the original MG4 stand out from the crowd? Tom puts it through its paces on UK roads, testing ride comfort, handling balance, performance and real-world usability. He’ll also break down battery and range options, charging speeds and whether the value equation still stacks up in 2026. Is the MG4 still one of the smartest EV buys around? Or has the competition finally caught up? Watch now for Tom’s full verdict.
