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Opel Astra vs MG MG4 — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Opel Astra and the MG MG4: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
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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
| — | Opel Astra | MG MG4 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Opel | MG |
| Body | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Fuel | Plug-in hybrid | Electric |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Single-speed |
| Power | 225 ch | 245 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 419,000 | MAD 359,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
OpelAstra
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
MGMG4
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)
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Frequently asked — Opel Astra vs MG MG4
Opel Astra or MG MG4: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, look at the MG MG4 (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 Opel Astra and the MG MG4?
The Opel Astra starts at MAD 289,000 versus MAD 289,000 for the MG MG4, 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 Opel Astra and MG MG4 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.