Verdict
At RM119,620, the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs RM18,732 more than the RM100,888 MG 4, yet its 1.5-litre petrol engine produces 118 hp and 153 Nm against the EV’s 200 hp and 250 Nm. The MG also brings a 64 kWh battery, 435 km range and a 363-litre boot, versus 295 litres. Its 1,685 kg kerb weight is 317 kg above the Mazda’s, however, and the Mazda counters with seven airbags, dual-zone air-con and front parking sensors. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge, the MG is the more practical choice.
Pick the Mazda 3 Hatchback if you want seven airbags, dual-zone climate control, a head-up display and front parking sensors in a lighter petrol hatchback.
Pick the MG 4 if you can charge at home or work and want 200 hp, 435 km of claimed range, a larger boot and lower purchase cost.
Key differences
- Powertrain: Mazda 3 Hatchback has a 1,496 cc 118 hp/153 Nm petrol engine; MG 4 has one 200 hp/250 Nm electric motor.
- Driven wheels: Mazda 3 Hatchback is front-wheel drive; MG 4 is rear-wheel drive.
- Dimensions: Mazda 3 Hatchback is 4,460 mm long, 1,795 mm wide and 1,435 mm tall; MG 4 is 4,287 mm long, 1,836 mm wide and 1,504 mm tall.
- Kerb weight: Mazda 3 Hatchback weighs 1,368 kg; MG 4 weighs 1,685 kg.
- Boot space: Mazda 3 Hatchback has 295 litres; MG 4 has 363 litres.
- Warranty: Mazda 3 Hatchback gets five years/100,000 km with free service; MG 4 gets a five-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty and an eight-year/150,000 km…
3 Hatchback
- Seven airbags, including a driver’s knee airbag
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Front parking sensors, head-up display and navigation
- 295-litre boot is 68 litres smaller than the MG 4’s
- Five-year warranty is capped at 100,000 km
- No 360-degree camera
4
- 200 hp and 250 Nm rear motor
- 64 kWh battery with 435 km claimed range
- 363-litre boot and 2.5 kW V2L
- Six airbags versus the Mazda’s seven
- Single-zone climate control versus dual-zone
- No front parking sensors, head-up display or navigation
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,620 | RM100,888✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM160 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 118 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 153 Nm at 4,000 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 74.5 mm × 85.8 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 200 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 64 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 435 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| V2L | — | 2.5 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 5.9 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,460 mm | 4,287 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,435 mm | 1,504 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,725 mm | 2,705 mm |
| Weight | 1,368 kg | 1,685 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 295 litres | 363 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/45R18 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/45R18 | 235/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005A | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control Plus | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C | 1 Front, 3 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | 7" TFT-LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free service | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used 3 Hatchback & 4 for sale
3 Hatchback vs 4 FAQ
Is the Mazda 3 Hatchback or MG 4 better?
The MG 4 is the better pick for buyers with regular charging access, thanks to 200 hp, 435 km claimed range and a 363-litre boot. Choose the Mazda 3 Hatchback for its extra airbag, dual-zone air-con, HUD and front parking sensors.
What is the price difference?
The MG 4 is RM18,732 cheaper than the Mazda 3 Hatchback.
How quickly can the MG 4 charge?
The MG 4 supports AC charging at up to 11 kW and DC charging at up to 150 kW. It also has 2.5 kW vehicle-to-load capability for powering external electrical equipment.
