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MG MG4 vs Opel Astra — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the MG MG4 and the Opel Astra: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
At a glance
Both models share a near-identical entry price (MAD 289,000 vs MAD 289,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | MG MG4 | Opel Astra |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | MG | Opel |
| Body | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Fuel | Electric | Plug-in hybrid |
| Gearbox | Single-speed | Automatic |
| Power | 245 ch | 225 ch |
| Battery | 64 kWh | — |
| Range | 450 km | — |
| Consumption | — | 1.2 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 289,000 | MAD 289,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 359,000 | MAD 419,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
MG MG4
Pros
- RWD propulsion — unique on a sub-400k MAD electric hatch in Morocco
- 800V platform — 150 kW DC charging, 10-80% in 26 min
- 289k MAD entry price for 350 km WLTP — aggressive vs Megane E-Tech (449k)
- XPower 245 hp version (0-100 in 3.8 s) available at 359k MAD
- High-voltage battery warranty 8 years / 160,000 km
Watch-outs
- Hard-plastic lower-cabin trim — below Megane E-Tech
- Real range in hot MA climate ~280-320 km (vs 350-450 WLTP)
- Auto Hall MG network ramping up (10 points in 2026)
Opel Astra
Pros
- Broadest drivetrain range in MA compact segment: gasoline, mild-hybrid, PHEV, EV
- Astra Plug-in Hybrid 225 hp / 70 km EV — unique compact PHEV in MA catalogue
- Astra Electric 416 km range / 156 hp at 379k MAD
- Pure Panel cabin — two 10" screens side-by-side
- Sopriam Stellantis: 12+ dealerships shared across the MA lineup
Watch-outs
- Less consensual Vizor design than 308 or Megane
- 1.2 PureTech 3-cylinder noisy at sustained motorway rpm
- Astra PHEV +90k MAD vs pure gasoline — PHEV payback via TVM vignette ~5 years
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Opel Astra
Frequently asked — MG MG4 vs Opel Astra
MG MG4 or Opel Astra: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, look at the Opel Astra (entry MAD 289,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the MG MG4 and the Opel Astra?
The MG MG4 starts at MAD 289,000 versus MAD 289,000 for the Opel Astra, a 0% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the MG MG4 and Opel Astra be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.