Verdict
At RM100,888, the MG 4 costs RM22,112 less than the RM123,000 Toyota Hiace, while annual road tax is RM160 versus RM835. For private Malaysian use, the MG’s 200 hp motor, 64 kWh battery and claimed 435 km range make a far stronger case than the Hiace’s 101 hp diesel and five-speed manual. It also seats five and brings six airbags, stability control and autonomous braking. The Hiace is the specialist choice: a taller 2,285 mm commercial vehicle with all-wheel drive, rear blower vents and a 70-litre diesel tank, but only two seats and two airbags.
Pick the MG 4 if you want a five-seat EV with 435 km claimed range, 200 hp and far more active-safety equipment for less money.
Pick the Toyota Hiace if you need a two-seat commercial vehicle with all-wheel drive, a 70-litre diesel tank and rear air-con vents with a blower.
Key differences
- Price: MG 4 RM100,888; Toyota Hiace RM123,000.
- Annual road tax: MG 4 RM160; Toyota Hiace RM835.
- Powertrain: MG 4 has a 200 hp/250 Nm electric motor; Hiace has a 101 hp/260 Nm 2.5-litre diesel.
- Seats: MG 4 has 5; Toyota Hiace has 2.
- Safety: MG 4 has 6 airbags and stability control; Hiace has 2 airbags and no stability control.
- Dimensions: MG 4 is 4,287 mm long and 1,504 mm tall; Hiace is 4,695 mm long and 2,285 mm tall.
4
- 435 km claimed EV range from a 64 kWh battery.
- Six airbags, stability control and autonomous braking.
- Five seats, 363-litre boot and 360-degree camera.
- No all-wheel drive; the Hiace has all-wheel drive.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Hiace’s full-size steel spare.
- No rear air-con blower vents.
Hiace
- All-wheel drive and a 70-litre diesel tank.
- 2,285 mm height and rear air-con vents with blower.
- Full-size 15-inch steel spare tyre.
- Costs RM22,112 more and annual road tax is RM675 higher.
- Only two seats, against the MG 4’s five.
- Two airbags and no stability control, versus six airbags and stability control in the MG 4.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,888✓ | RM123,000 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Commercial |
| Segment | C-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM835 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Common-rail Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,494 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 101 hp at 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | — | 260 Nm at 1,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 92 mm × 93.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 18.5 |
| 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 | Single Ratio Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | — | 5 Speed Manual |
| Gears | — | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,287 mm | 4,695 mm |
| Width | 1,836 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,504 mm | 2,285 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,705 mm | 2,570 mm |
| Weight | 1,685 kg | 1,890 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 363 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R18 | 195R15C |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R18 | 195R15C |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 15" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 15" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 15" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 4 stars — With 2 airbags and no stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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.
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4 vs Hiace FAQ
Is the MG 4 or Toyota Hiace better?
The MG 4 is better for private transport: it seats five, has a 200 hp EV motor, 435 km claimed range, six airbags and active safety systems. The Toyota Hiace suits commercial use needing all-wheel drive, diesel refuelling and a taller body.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Hiace costs RM22,112 more than the MG 4. The gap is RM123,000 versus RM100,888, and the Hiace also carries RM835 annual road tax against RM160 for the MG.
Which has better safety equipment?
The MG 4 clearly does. It has six airbags, stability control, autonomous braking, collision warning, lane-keeping assist and blind-spot information. The Toyota Hiace has two airbags, ABS/EBD, and no stability control.
