BYD Dolphin vs MG 4
The BYD Dolphin and MG 4 are among the most affordable electric hatchbacks in Malaysia, cross-shopped by buyers after a compact, easy-to-run EV for the city and daily commute. Both undercut the EV SUVs on price while keeping useful range.
The Dolphin offers a roomy, well-equipped cabin and BYD’s Blade battery. The MG 4 counters with a more driver-focused, rear-wheel-drive chassis and sharp styling — the keen driver’s budget EV.
Bottom line: Pick the Dolphin for cabin space and easy daily use; pick the MG 4 for a more engaging drive. Either is a wallet-friendly way into EVs.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 100,530 | RM 100,888 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | 45 | 45 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Engine | Electric | Electric |
| Power | 94 hp | 200 hp |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Transmission | — | — |
| Performance | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.3 s | 7.7 s |
| Top speed | — | 160 km/h |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | — | — |
| Electric range | 340 km | 435 km |
| CO2 | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,290 mm | 4,287 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,504 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,705 mm |
| Boot | 345 L | 363 L |
| Battery | 44.92 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | — |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 6 yrs | 5 yrs |
| Road tax / year | RM 50 | RM 160 |



