at the top of this list. For years, the Chinese brand has been floating around in the bargain basement, offering cars with eye-catchingly low prices, plenty of kit and a decent warranty but hobbled by a lack of dynamic sparkle and the sort of perceived quality that wouldn't pass muster on most pound-shop purchases. Yet with the all-newThis is no hot hatch in disguise, but the MG 4 steers sweetly and its well-developed suspension serves up a winning blend of agility and comfort.
The MG 4 range offers you the power of choice, too. The entry-level version starts at just £26,995 yet still boasts an official range of 218 miles. We’d go for the mid-spec Long Range, which manages 281 miles of range on the WLTP cycle thanks to a 64kWh battery and a 201bhp motor.with a whopping 426bhp, but it’s more of a blunt instrument than the standard car. Later in 2023, MG will also add an Extended Range version, whose 77kWh battery means it’s rated for 323 miles.
Other highlights? Well, while the detailing is fussy, there's no doubt the shark-nosed 4 looks distinctive, while its interior is neatly styled and far more upmarket than you would expect. There are couple of cheap-feeling components , but otherwise it's a match for the mainstream, plus it's roomy and practical too.