Ora Funky Cat vs MG4. Affordable electric car SHOWDOWN! Which should YOU choose? / Electrifying
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On this episode of Electrifying, we take the brilliant MG4, and pit it against the upstart Ora Funky Cat. We’re keeping it simple: two electric hatchbacks at the more affordable end of the price scale, only one winner.
Both are electric, five-door, five-seat hatches that offer very similar things on paper. In the white corner we have an MG4 SE Long Range, which costs £28,495 (at time of filming). In the red corner, we have the Ora ‘First Edition’ Funky Cat - the only version available at the moment, which is priced at £32,995.
Join Nicki and Tom as they pitch the MG4 and Ora Funky Cat together for the first time. Which would you choose? Let us know in the comments below.
GWM Ora Funky Cat (48kWh) First Edition
£31,995
169bhp, 184lb ft of torque
Front-wheel drive, 1-spd
8.3 seconds 0-62mph, 99mph top speed
47.8kWh battery, 193 miles range WLTP
64kw DC, 11kw AC, 47 min fast DC 10-80% (115-miles of range added)
7hrs 45 on a home wallbox
Weight: 1,540kg
Boot: 228-litres (858 seats folded)
No tow
4.0mi/kWh
5 year/unlimited miles warranty
5 stars Euro NCAP
MG4 SE Long Range
£28,495 SE Long Range (£31,495 Trophy)
201bhp, 184lb ft of torque
Rear wheel drive, 1-spd
7.9 seconds 0-62mph, 100mph top speed
61.7kWh battery (useable), 281 miles range WLTP
135kw DC, 7.0kw AC, 35 min fast DC 10-80% (155 miles added)
10hours on home wallbox
Weight: 1,685kg
Boot: 363-litres (1,177 seats folded)
Tow: 500kg
3.8mi/kWh
7 year /80,000 warranty
5 stars Euro Ncap
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The MG4 looks nice inside and out! But the Funky Cat’s interior absolutely blew me away.
Ah, It all makes sense now.
When i first saw the funky cat in China and the price (In China) i thought i love it, hope it comes to the UK, it will be a big hit.
The long range (not the UK one) was about $12000, i thought a 1000 shipping 1000 RHD 3000 tax, so $17000 add $3000 as its the UK, convert to £ £16.666.00 So with price gouging £20,000.
When it arrived it was the short range, no heated seats (Really need this for an electric car) and £32,000.
I thought at the time, how the hell are they going to sell this car with the range and spec it has for 32k and the answer is simple BMW is involved.
I like so much about the ORA, but the MG4 would be the EV that I'd buy between these two.
Thanks for yet another really entertaining video! I think you hit the nail on the head near the end when you said exactly what I've concluded - the Ora Funky Cat we've got is not the Ora Cat that we were led to believe was coming our way. It's still cute and I love the bright interior, but it's too expensive and doesn't offer any extras to justify the higher price. Perhaps the next version of the MG4 will offer some more "funky" interior options!!!
"Perhaps the next version of the MG4 will offer some more "funky" interior options!!!" I would settle for rear interior lights... seriously strange omission.
I really do appreciate the Funky Cat. It has that retro bubble vibe without being a knockoff (some people say so, I don't agree at all!) of others. The options for the interior are such a breath of fresh air on the European car market where all interiors are grey or black, we don't even have beige anymore. My odd curiosity about the Ora (and other Chinese cars in general) is why do they put the badge of the parent company on the back? Wouldn't it be odd if Porsche's had "Volkswagen" across the trunk as well as Porsche? Or if Jeeps said "Stellantis" on the trunk. Seems counterproductive to building branding.
It's lovely to see interesting interior colour options again.
Agreed on the parent company badging too; especially peculiar given the parent company doesn't mean much in brand terms to Europeans either
True. And why is it called funky cat in Europe and good cat in Asia? Also not helping with branding.
@@xarifa777actually the brand is GWM (Great Wall Motors). The model is Ora. And in some markets they add Good Cat or Funky Cat as well.
Here in Australia it’s just the GWM Ora.
Interestingly it’s not really a bubble when you see them in the “flesh”. They look much more rounded in images (2D photo or screen).
I think the Ora Funky Cat looks a bit like the Genesis gv60 in terms of interior, in that it has that retro futuristic look and a lot of attention to detail. On the outside it reminds me a lot of a cross between a mini and a Fiat 500. It does look very premium, and also quite feminine.
Many thanks for this; the perfect review for me as these were the two cars that were at the top of the list to replace my first EV, an eGolf that was leased and due to be handed back in Dec 2022. I sat in the Funky Cat at Fully Charged Live, loved the look and feel of it and had my name down for the test drives that were supposed to begin in September. However, when the first edition was announced the combination of worse than expected spec (I was after 200+ range) and higher than expected price (and delay to arrival until the New Year) nudged me in the direction of the MG4. I managed to get my name down for one of the first batch of MG4s and had mine now since October (SE long range like the one reviewed). 4000 miles in and I'm very happy with the choice (even happier after seeing this). The MG4 performs very well on the road, is a good motorway cruiser and has a good charging curve on rapids (outperforming its spec as it routinely goes up to 140kW). There are a couple of things that are not quite as refined as the beloved eGolf, but that it turns out is a great electric car, hampered just by its range. Thanks again, great two-hander and Happy New Year to the team.
Great summary. I'm in a similar position now with a Trophy on order. The Funky Cat feels like such a missed opportunity, if it had a slightly bigger battery (or a lower price as originally promised!) I think I could've been swayed.
The Ora has a much better interior and everything is where you expect it to be. However, the low range, slow charging speed and small boot have knocked it off my shortlist.
Mg4 trophy 🏆
I like both these models, however, for the money the MG has it nailed, even in Trophy spec it's cheaper and goes further than the Funky cat.
Great first model for Funky cat to sell over here, looking like a mini with an old leaf's rear end then a fiat 500 interior. I mean it is getting everyone talking, so I guess it's doing a good job for the brand.
I like the funky look of the Ora Cat, inside and out… but would want to MG4's range and charging rate.
Maybe wait for the update version of Cat with a larger battery and higher faster charge rate.
MG four all week !!!!
The price of the Cat is disappointing bordering on just silly for the UK. £32k it needed to be more like £24k to do well if you ask me.
Looking forward to the next gen MINI SE to see what range it does, if it does under 200 real world miles in 2024 you’d have to think really!
£24k is closer to where they claimed it was going to be.
@@catmandoodoo7903 They probably didn't take into account 10% duty, then 20% VAT due on importation before the mark up from all and sundry intermediaries before it hits the forecourts.
the cat like the mini is selling not just a car but also selling you a "fashion statement", same for 500, it's a marketing idea that people love or hate
The Funky Cat looks good and the interior is undoubtedly higher quality and more interesting than the MG4. That's where the good news ends, the boot is a joke for a car this size, small with a high load lip. It's at least £5k too expensive for an unknown brand. If they had launched as the cheapest EV in class with a cool interior and interesting looks, it would make a good case. As it is, the MG4 Trophy has all the toys, more space and a better drive for less money. The MG4 SE SR is £6k less and still has a bigger battery. Ora have botched the launch of their brand
The Ora is 10k too expensive for a Chinese car!
@@cosmodoc I agree, the range should have started at about £22k for base model, small battery and gone from there. They would have occupied an empty space in the market and garnered a lot of interest. That would have left them room to charge more for top spec, big battery at the other end of the range. As it is, there are better options for the money
not everyone wants boot space.
@@bill_heywood absolutely, and there will be more competition. The cat is quite niche and for the price, it will only appeal to few people
@@michaelhastings6133 sure, but not many of those people also want/need 5 seats and 5 doors
You guys truly deserves more subscribers!!! Keep up the good work!👏👏👏
I just ordered a Mg4 blue electric just waiting and feeling excited to take it for a spin
Can't wait to see this 4 wheel drive MG4 with 400BHP
MG4 way better on looks, practicality and price!
I didn't realise that BMW were involved in this. This is probably where the greed has stepped to make it too expensive. I also think this would have been a closer comparison test to use the MG4 SE standard range (218 miles) rather than the long range (281 miles). this would also have highlighted the price difference even more. The Ora Cat at £32k or the MG SE standard range at £27k. As Dacia says..... "You do the maths"
Interesting comparison… seeing them together helps me understand when reviewers say the ORA is larger than it looks 🤔
I’m interested to see the mini version of ORA.. such a shame it’s moving from our assembly line to overseas 😢 thinks … what will happen to Uk mini assembly when the ICE car hits the dust 🤷🏻♂️
Picking up my MG4 tomorrow, just transferred the money and about to watch this. _Pleeeeease_ don't tell me the FC is a no brainer.... Pretty please.
Had high hopes for the Cat. And it still has a better interior. Adjusting for every driver is much better than MG4’s "return to factory settings when you turn the car off. BUT in every other respect the MG is better. And not called (ugh) "funky"
I was amongst probably thousands who were consulted on such things as colours and trims prior to the ORA Cat coming to the U.K., yes, that’s correct, it was to be called Cat, adding Funky has just put many of us off getting one, that and the woefully small selection of dealers. Yet again it’s another car trying to be a fashion statement and not a mode of transport unlike the MG.
Maybe they should have used "Pussy" instead of "Funky"?
In some countries such as Thailand it's called Good Cat. I'm not sure what the thinking is behind that.
ORA's other models in China are ''Good Cat'', ''Ballet Cat'', and ''Lightning Cat''. I don't mean to stir up a gender conflict, but the ORA is advertised as a "car suitable for female drivers."
The first time I saw this slogan, I laughed. This was dubbed the 'car marketing disaster award' of the year in social media and they automatically avoided all the boys. At the 2022 Auto Show, many men only dared to look at it from a distance, but did not dare to sit in it.
It's a choice between business like office environments or a nice hotel feeling on a holiday.
I think ora has that uplifting effect which is priceless.
Having seen both in the flesh (the Ora was bizarrely in a shopping mall!) I would say the Ora is a lovely looking car and on looks I would buy it. However on every other criteria it loses to the MG and the MG does look fab too so it’s MG all the way for me.
If the Trophy version of the MG4 still cost less than the Ora, then why aren't you comparing those?!
Good review. Other markets won't get the First Edition Cat. The longer range Cat is already on sale in Asian markets along with massage front seats and sunroof, but the showstopper is the boot - way too small for a family car. Probably why I didn't get a Mini in the first place. I might even consider the MG ZS even though it's a bit old but it is more practical.
I like the Ora Funky Cat looks bit prefer the MG4’s cost and range
Great review. I look at the Cat though and I just don't see any USP, and the MG4 just highlights its shortcomings. Small boot, small battery but not a small price to match. Pitch it against a Corsa or 208 and it makes more sense, but I still think it'll be a hard sell at that price for an unestablished brand new to the UK market.
Great video😀
I really like the mg4 as well and looking forward to get an Option to drive it myself! Thanks for the comparision!
My daughter loves the Ora cat, she currently has a FIAT 500. The limited range rules it out for anyone other than city drivers I imagine.
MG4 seems the best electric car to date when you take in the price.
The Ora Cat battery is LFP just like the MG4 Standard Range. longer range version will probably have the NCM/NCA type. LFP batteries of this size are about £2000 cheaper if the MG is a guide. that makes the ORA look even more expensive. Personally I much prefer LFP and I would have bought the MG Trophy if LFP was an option, instead I bought the MG SR.
Bang on the money James. If a standard range LFP Trophy had been available I might have been tempted. Went for an SE standard range in the end.
wise choice indeed 👌
Ooooohhh, I saw one of those Funky Cats today. Funny-looking thing.
There’s a sporty version available here in China with the full go-faster stripes, spoilers, wide wheels treatment etc.
It would be good to have a review from a mother with young children doing the school run and shopping in the Ora Funcky Cat / Ora Hao Mao (Ora Good Cat) after a months use
Ora Good Cat for me all day, MG4 is Gray and bolky & looks cheap the Ora funky Cat have that awesome retro style i love and the front eyes are cute so Cat wins. The bad news are why the heck does it cost more 10k than China and Thailand? Same car guys that's not good
MG 4 because SAIC have better experience of electrification. GWM (which also own Haval) for now are doing well with ICEs. Haval is by far the most popular Chinese car in New Zealand... Wellington Region... specifically Lower Hutt City. But all of them are chiefly internal combustions. Otherwise I like to go for BYDs.
I've drive the two of these cars and disagree: the funky cat has a long range version and is visible much well constructed, in video the mg4 looks better but in reality the Ora has a lot more quality materials, has a quick computer and software which mg4 doesn't, is too slow, the long range versions has a better auto pilot and self parking, seat massage and android auto wireless version, air in the seats, etc. I recommend you go and drive both before choosing.
Both are coming to Australia this year so this is relevant. Amusingly for me the GWM and MG dealers are across the road from each other. I was excited for the Cat, because I heard about it basically a year before the MG M4 suddenly appeared. Now we aren't sure when the MG M4 is getting to Australia because it is so popular in the UK. The third car to look out for is the BYD Dolphin so you have to compare the Dolphin and the MG M4 when it arrives in the UK.
It’s the MG4, not MG M4.
I would get a BYD Atto 3
@@craigk1328 SUVs suck, even electric I can't get over my distaste for their existence.
@@narvuntien The MG is a compact SUV like the atto 3. You sound like a dummy lol
@@craigk1328 that is the MG ZS the MG4 is a hatchback. Although what is and isn't an SUV is certainly blurry.
Great reviews - The Ora is nice but more aimed at women I think as it's definitely more girlie like a designer handbag inside - where as the MG4 will probably appeal more to males with the dark interior & sharper styling - it shows with the reviewers too - She likes the curvy designer handbag & He likes the more edgy design, less loud interior car. I like both but the Ora's price needs to be a few grand lower especially with that smaller battery, because let's face it EV's are pretty much all the same (washing machine motor bolted to a chassis with a battery & some sort of ipad to control your heating etc.. Dual washing machine motors if you think your a bit fancy & feel the need to get to the speed limit just that little bit quicker🤷♂) & the main thing seems to be Battery size & range for most people so yep the Ora should be cheaper than the MG.......... but.. it's a designer handbag on wheels so they've priced it higher on purpose as they know women will pay that bit more for the way it looks - good marketing really 👍👍 Personally I'd go for the longer range MG... hell.... I'd buy a Citroen AMI if it had a 40Kwh pack & a decent heater 🤣🤣 range is most important to me not looks or how fast 😎
What happened to the BYD Atto 3 meant to be available by December 2022
Last week I saw 4 maybe 5 MG4 and not one single Funky Cat. In fact I have only ever seen one, in the last year. I live in a built up area, loads of charging points.
The Funky Cat has a very cheap leasing option too. Perhaps, there are more MG dealers (many ex-Rover) and thus this is part of the reason.
I guess the MG4 has a more aggressive stance, and appears sporty. The Cat interior looks brilliant though. My choice by a cat`s whisker would be the MG4.
BMW get involved and it goes up 25% from predicted. Strange that !
Really wanted to like the Funky Cat, when it was first revealed it was really good. Great range & price, but as it got closer to launch they paired things down such as the battery size while raising the price. Got a MG4 Trophy instead and have the agree the drive is great, my only complaint is clearly the software was not fully tested as it has so many quirks and issues such as the drowsiness alert being super reactive and now a recall has been issued for it locking people in their cars. Fix the software and the MG4 is amazing.
How are the seats in MG4? Are they comfortable? I currently have MG ZS but i wana switch to MG4EV. My only concern are the seats and ground clearance.
Just waiting for the MG4 4X4 to come to the UK...
LFP can charge up to 100% every time, NCM recommended up to 80%
Please let us know when quoting battery capacity if it is nett or gross.
Ideally knowing both would be the most informative.
Always the MG4 if I had to choose
I have a serious problem with this comparison. I know it’s 7mths ago but comparing a Long Range with a Standard Range is not good especially when you harp on about those differences so much (range, charging times etc).
Should really have compared with the MG Standard Range OR the Ora Long Range with its 63kWh battery. The Ora Long Range has 420km (261mi) of range instead of the 310km (193mi) of the standard range.
The GWM Ora comes with a 7yr unlimited km warranty here in Australia. Also the brand isn’t a new brand at all. Been around for ages. In Australia the brand has been here for, I believe at least 10 yrs.
I do like the look of the MG4. I’m not keen on the Ora Cat. I’ll have the MG, please. Tell Nikki I’ve got a nail brush she can borrow.
In the UK the ev to buy is the upcoming Mazda ev rex plug in .....perfect
Still waiting in the EV backwater called Australia for both of these cars.
But when they finally arrive, it's the Ora Cat for me and I certainly hope that we don't get the UK version, because they have forgotten to fit the sunroof!
That's taken away some of the funk! :-(
I look forward to when the BYD Atto3 reaches UK shores. Then you’d need to re-do the ‘who’s best’ test 😄
Why do you want something built with slave labour that the CCP can take control of if they want to.
@@ProbablyTheBestUkuleleDadEver umm… are you also referring to the two cars featured in this video?
I'd still expect the Atto 3 to be £32k plus when it hits the UK. Still too expensive
@@markmueller8099 in Malaysia it just launched at ~£32k for the Extended Range model. The Standard Range is ~£28k. Traditionally cars in the UK are much cheaper than here but EV incentives may put a wrench in the old calculations. Perhaps as reference, since we don’t have many EVs here yet, the Volvo C40 Recharge sells for about £54k here.
Ora has amazing interior compared to the plain 2023 cars these days. It reminds me of my old i3
I like the Ora, its different and I just love small city cars, but that trunk is just minuscule, i have a Peugeot 208 and it's twoce the size, just enough for my lifestyle, I wouldn't go with less space.
I like both options but the trunk space would make me choose MG4 no doubt. And both are actually coming to Mexico real soon, I'm seriously considering getting my first EV now.
MG4 = Cheaper, RWD, faster charging, much bigger range, a larger boot that is better designed and to my eye, it is much better looking.
100%
Sorry. I do not pay 10.000 € for "Funkyness". My MG4 SE Long Range is already located in my garage and this is a real great car for this price. I live in southern bavaria and the LFP battery would be a real disadvantage for me. The winter loading performance is simply fantastic and the majority of disadvantages should be eliminated after the next software update. I made the babtism of fire in december by a 200 miles journey with -8 degrees and snowstorm.
@@martinv.352 how many times did you have to charge in the 200 miles journey
@@alHailHale I recharged 5 minutes to make sure I get no problems on the last miles. The winter range is 180-200 miles. I reached with 140 kW charging speed (!). Meanwhile, the winter has turned mild and I reach WLTP values although I use winter wheels.
Some people prefer FWD (Ora Funky Cat) over RWD but the key takeaway is they didn’t compare with the GWM Ora Long Range which has 420km (261mi) range on the WLTP cycle. Comparing a Long Range with a Standard range and then complaining about it is a little unfair. I prefer the MG I think but the GWM is different.
The MG4 SE LR (and Trophy LR) has 11kW AC charging from a 3-phase source, despite what the promotional literature may say. (People's real world experience confirm this).
GWM Ora / Ora Funky Cat only wins on interior details but the MG 4 Excite 51 or SE Short Range have the same rear multi-link suspension as Essence Long Range 77 or your equivalent Trophy Long Range . MG 4 have its own electric platform where the Ora Funky Cat is from Haval Jolion's platform.
All in all I'll take the MG4.
Nobody that’s tested the MG4 seems to mention the lack of centre rear head rest, which when the ZSev came out was similar and stopped them being certified for taxi usage, so why have they not fitted one in the 4? Or rear seat overhead lights, grab handles or centre arm rest, power outlets as well, not any of these even in Trophy spec?
to be honest. I don't. use any. of those things in my trophy
Yes, I strongly miss the rear overhead lights. I will implement them by myself. Power connectors are several USB sockets (also one in the rear) and 12 V. A domestic 220V socket is not available in the car, but you can use V2L with an adapter in the charging socket (up to 16 A).
Haven't watched the video
But I already choose the Ora Funky Cat❤
I love it
Doh !!
I suppose if you prefer paying more money for less range and a smaller boot.
The interior in the Ora Cat is nice light and airy … MG is so black !!
Which would be better for 4 adults short drive ??
What is the battery chemistry?)
What a difference when they changed to the ora cat. The MG looks like a dismal black hole vompared to the chuc, bright interior of the Ira.
The Ora cat for me hands, down. A great licalbrunaround for every day use that would being s smile to yourself on every journey.
The Oraxis a fantastic 2nd hand buy. Typical examples with less than 5000 miles on the clock can be had for an amazing £15-16k...sn absolute bargain as far as im concerned.
You say it can tow, but can it? Where can you get a tow bar for the MG4, or the MG5 for that matter?
The Ora reminds me of a Citroën Diane.
Only a small point but all EVs really need heated seats, especially for short runs in colder months. The MG Trophy edition would be my pick.
Not really required when you can pre-heat the cabin from your phone before you even leave the house.
@@markmueller8099 Interesting, thanks.
The MG4 SE LR that you was testing, and the trophy do come with 11kw AC charging its only the SE SR that comes with 7kw AC charging
You're right, but unfortunately can charge up to 11kW just on a 3-phase grid connection. The majority of the AC chargers have single phase, which means a theoretical maximum of 7.4kW. E.g. I have a MG4 Trophy and at work we have 22kW chargers, but my car seems unable to reach more than 6.7-7kW.
@@Dawheel90 if the work AC charge points are 22kw then they are 3 phase. But if your cable is only a 32amp single phase then you are limited to a max of 7kw. You need a 3 phase cable and better a 32 amp 3 phase cable to be able to get max charge on a single or 3 phase charge point
@@Ian_Woods that's actually a good point. I am using the cable coming with the car so I assumed it was capable of bearing the maximum charging load the car can take, but I will check it.
@@Dawheel90 yes you would think so, wouldn't you !!. BUT, when I was ordering my mg4, I noticed the cable in the demo was only single phase so I asked the dealer is that the cable that comes with it and he said yes, when I pointed out it won't do 11kw, you could see by his face he knew. He said they all come with it. I also noticed the quote said ZS electric cable, I believe the zs is only 7kw. At least I got the cable discounted on my quote, I bought my own
@@Ian_Woods thanks for sharing this, I should have checked and I will complain about this misinformation, even if I guess it's too late. To be honest the manager of the branch seemed a nice and well informed person, while the seller wasn't that competent, he didn't even know what Euro NCAP was 😅
MG4 for me
Looks like an MG4 for me. The Funky cat looks a bit more for people who aren't really into driving, so if you are into fashion, style, fun, town driving and not much load carrying then the Funky cat might suit.
Interesting that in New Zealand the Ora is £1500 cheaper than the low range MG4, which makes the comparison is a bit different.
I was waiting for Noddy and Bigears getting out of the Ora!
Best comment I have seen in years.. 👍👍👍
@@mikadavies660 I have the MG4 SE and it is a brilliant car. Replaced my old MG5 which was a different animal to the MG4 but also a great vehicle.
@@geoffmorris1769 I had a deposit on an Orange MG4... But I didn't like the fit & finish. Drives lovely, but looked cheap inside. Recently drove the new MG5, that was far better fit & finish. Obviously, different size. More practical for the same money.
@@mikadavies660 I can agree with some of what you say. Seats in MG4 SE are cloth and may not last, I don’t know. BUT everything else in the MG4 is streets ahead of the pre facelift MG5 which I owned. I haven’t driven the new MG5 so I can’t comment. However, as it is the same size as the old MG5, the new MG4 wipes the floor with it for internal cabin space, not boot but actual passenger space. The old MG5 was an innovative and comfortable car but certainly my MG4 has it licked in virtually all aspects.
@@geoffmorris1769 New MG5 is way better than the old MG5. Totally different interior.. Software. MG4 was tight in the rear for my son (6ft)... New MG5 is not tight.
but isnt there better sound isolation on the Top model, i didn´t noticed the sound is a any problem.
The Ora is a very decent car and surprisingly well made, but the charging speed ruins it completely. I can't believe they are selling this.
Are these really affordable when the median income in the UK is like £33k?
I would buy an Ora Cat except it seems very expensive.
is there really an issue with the "gear " selecter location? you put the car in drive and leave it there until you need to choose reverse..
Car reviewers need SOMETHING to talk about......
.... real people don't even notice theses things ..!!
Having sat in both, the Funky Cat is light and airy, the MG4 is dark and depressing. I really liked the MG4 until I sat in one. I'll go with Fun and Funky.
the ora cat wow !!
As far as the cabins are concerned. Neither have proper dials or controls. But the Ora has the nicer looking cabin. The MG wins on Space inside and range. So no room for a set of Golf clubs in the Ora, but just about possible in the MG. But for us oldies who prefer the higher cabins of an SUV for entry and exit of a vehicle, the Ora wins on that one.
If the MG had the styling of the Ora Cabin it would definitely win
If the Ora had the range and room of the MG it would win.
Overall for me neither win, but if these were the only choices then the MG would be the direction I would go despite the silly gear selector.
Both are way too expensive for what they are.
Ordered MG4. You can come around any day
This is simple. One has no choice of models and is called “funky” and a poor range and the other is cheaper and has a choice of models and an acceptable range.
One the Company want to sell cars and the other is run in the U.K. by Sales Prevention Officers that like to make too much of a profit per unit.
Ora would be a no brainer if it was cheaper or had bigger battery with the same price. MG 4 on the other hand, needs some better interior design.
The MG4 looks quite good and more practical, range on single charge is decent, and, and, and... price is amazingly good..., affordable!!! I like MG4...
In my opinion BMW have had a bit questionable reliability record. Though that sounds good that Ora is about the same car as coming new BMW Mini. Ora might then be the first BMW with adequate reliability. IMO. I just favour cars that are made to work more than show of.
So….. how much is the ‘normal’ not first edition Cat?
MG 4 good looking car, fun to drive, let down by cheap cheap interior...
Subbed and liked lol dont want you coming round and kicking my @ss :) . ordering my MG4 long range Trophy in #Team Orange beginning of july cant wait tbh :) got 2.0 mazda 3 sport lux in soul red at the mo so going electric will be a whole new experience for me.
I would choose the BYD atto 3
Really good review guys MG4 much better car the funky kat is a little car for your groovy Grandma
If the Funky Cat didn't have the fat bum from a Nissan Leaf, it might carry the fun styling off. The MG4 is grown-up - spending 30k on a car is a grown-up task. I'd take the MG. Hands down.
These two cars have very different demographics. ORA targets young urban female, the styling, color, performance and features are all tailored to ladies. The console pocket is big enough for domestic bag, a small slot next to phone charger is perfect for lipstick, the door handle is lower than other cars, the face recognition auto start frees your hand to carry purse and that new dress shopping bag, large visor mirror, the camera monitors you and alerts you to focus on road than put on eye shadow, there is no sharper edge to scratch your stocking and the tall entrance let you sit in gracefully in tight skirt. This cat is not for car reviewers typical evaluation standard.
Both the Chinese brands are great. If the MG was british it would be so overhyped
I won't pay more for 80 miles less range. Never
3 inches makes all the difference! I bet he made that argument a lot :P
No have rear wiper, it's ok?
Europe car(EV) have rear wiper?
Taking my mg4 back next week. Sick of nearly killing me .
Hands-down the GWM Ora -
I don't really understand what the market is for the Ora Funky Cat.