CUPRA Born vs MG MG4

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The MG MG4 has the higher published DC fast-charging figure at 142 kW, which is roughly 15% higher than the CUPRA Born at 124 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the 10-80% charge (the most common DC fast charging scenario), the MG MG4 finishes in about 25 minutes, which is 9 minutes quicker than the CUPRA Born at 34 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The MG MG4 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 450 km, which is roughly 23 km more than the CUPRA Born at approximately 427 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The CUPRA Born consumes 166 Wh/km, compared to 171 Wh/km for the MG MG4. That means the CUPRA Born uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The MG MG4 has approximately 61.7 kWh of useable battery , while the CUPRA Born has approximately 58 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

If fast charging is your priority, the MG MG4 has the higher published DC figure (up to 142 kW) while matching the quickest published 10-80% time at approximately 25 minutes. For long road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the CUPRA Born supports up to 11 kW, compared to 6.6 kW for the MG MG4. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can mean charging roughly twice as fast at those locations.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the CUPRA Born is the more efficient choice at 166 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the MG MG4 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 450 km, which is roughly 23 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.