Verdict
The RM12,888 gap puts the MG 4 in a different class of hatchback: it is 147 mm longer, rides on a 2,705 mm wheelbase and carries a 363-litre boot, against the Yaris’ 286 litres. Its 200 hp, 250 Nm rear motor and 64 kWh battery bring a claimed 435 km range, plus 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging. The Yaris counters with CKD assembly, a 42-litre petrol tank and lower RM90 annual road tax versus RM160. For a buyer able to charge, the MG is the more capable car; the Toyota is the cheaper, smaller petrol alternative.
Pick the MG 4 if you can charge regularly and want 200 hp, 435 km claimed range, a 363-litre boot and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Toyota Yaris if you want a CKD petrol hatchback with a 42-litre tank, lower annual road tax and a full-size spare wheel.
Key differences
- Price: MG 4 RM100,888; Toyota Yaris RM88,000.
- Power and torque: MG 4 200 hp and 250 Nm; Toyota Yaris 105 hp and 150 Nm.
- Energy storage: MG 4 64 kWh battery with 435 km EV range; Toyota Yaris 42-litre petrol tank.
- Size: MG 4 is 4,287 mm long with a 2,705 mm wheelbase; Yaris is 4,140 mm long with a 2,550 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: MG 4 363 litres; Toyota Yaris 286 litres.
- Road tax: MG 4 RM160 per year; Toyota Yaris RM90 per year.
4
- 200 hp and 250 Nm rear motor
- 435 km claimed range; 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging
- 363-litre boot, adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping steering correction
- RM12,888 more expensive
- Six airbags to the Yaris’ seven
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size alloy spare
Yaris
- Lower RM88,000 entry price and RM90 annual road tax
- Seven airbags, five-star ASEAN NCAP rating and stability control
- Full-size 16-inch alloy spare wheel
- 286-litre boot is 77 litres smaller
- Lane-keeping gives warning only, rather than steering correction
- No adaptive cruise control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,888 | RM88,000✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 150 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 72 mm × 91.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| 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 | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | CVT with 7 Speed Sports Sequential Shift |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,287 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width | 1,836 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,504 mm | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,705 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Weight | 1,685 kg | 1,140 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 363 litres✓ | 286 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R18 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R18 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV | Toyo Proxes R50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, 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 On Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 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 Yaris FAQ
Is the MG 4 or Toyota Yaris better?
The MG 4 is better for an owner with reliable charging: it has 200 hp, 250 Nm, 435 km claimed range and a 363-litre boot. The Yaris suits buyers who specifically want petrol, a 42-litre tank, seven airbags and lower road tax.
What is the price difference?
The MG 4 costs RM12,888 more than the Toyota Yaris. The MG 4 is RM100,888, while the Yaris is RM88,000.
Which is more practical for luggage and passengers?
The MG 4 has the stronger numbers for space, with a 2,705 mm wheelbase and 363-litre boot. The Yaris has a 2,550 mm wheelbase and 286-litre boot, though both are five-door, five-seat hatchbacks with 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
