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I’ve got the MG4 77kwh Essence (as it’s known in Aus), and while I’m largely very happy with it, the following would make it better for me: - Driver settings memory, at least from the last used, but ideally a driver profile option for 2 or more drivers. To include regen and one pedal driving modes, but also things like seat position. - Better navigation system, including an improved EV route planner. The current EV route planner with charging stops that was rolled out this year is pretty basic and needs greater flexibility for choosing charging stops. And the nav system itself should offer a choice of route options where available, like Waze and Google Maps do. - Ventilated seats. Really important here in Australia, more so than heated seats. - A better voice command/AI system. It’s pretty basic as is and somewhat frustrating to use. - OTA updates would also be a great addition. - Rear passenger air vents and aircon controls, as well as lighting.
Thank you Fina for all of your work. I have an MG4 essence (Australia), most of your viewers suggestions are quite valid but how much attention will MG take of these comments. My biggest wish list is OTA. This would save both MG and it's customers a lot of time and cost. Come on MG do it for your customers and turn the MG4 from a very good car to a great one. Oh yes, also remembering the selected settings the next time a driver starts up the vehicle would be great too. Happy new year.
Merry Christmas Fina to you and your family! Thanks for all your videos this year - so well done, Neutrally presented and well researched, and you, of course, so brilliant to watch!! The two exposed screens (infotainment + data) are both dust collectors AND are not shielded from sun glare, and this is really, really disturbing design feature. MG need to either redesign the dash to bury the screens under cover OR to simply provide snap-on cowlings (leather or cardboard) to sit over the displays. You get what you pay for, but with the MG4, I think too many forget what they pay for. For me, MG = Money Gift
Hi Mark! That's so nice to hear, I'm glad you enjoy my videos! I really enjoy making them so it's great to see them well received 🤗 I'm surprised to hear about those issues with the screens. I have a similar setup in my Megane e-tech and all has been fine for me. I wonder why that is... It seems that the screens are higher in the MG4, I guess that could potentially have an impact. Interesting, think I'll do a bit more research on this. Thank you again for your lovely comment and Merry Christmas to you and yours! 😊🎄
V2L would only benefit a small section of people needing that. V2G will be useful connecting to battery / solar systems or virtual power plants. One Pedal Driving is objectively a far superior and easier way to drive making for relaxed driving, which should be the default and have the setting persist for user preference. It’s only partially OPD anyway as quicker stops still require brakes, but local driving is true OPD. OTA & software updates are a joke generally, dealers don’t even know what changes are part of an update, let alone offering to customers. This is a major issue which must be addressed as it makes an otherwise excellent car and brand look bad. Everyone should be taking the lead from Tesla and sort out the software as per BYD, Xpeng, Zeekr. Obvious things also like faster infotainment,lower redundant drive mode / upper charging panel, lighting. There are many software improvements that collectively when implemented will make it a great overall car, especially for the money!
V2G definitely seems like the way forward, especially as more people adopt renewable energy setups. I agree that One Pedal Driving should be an option that persists based on user preference, though again, I personally probably wouldn't use it, but there are plenty who would. And you’re of course spot on about OTA updates and software improvements; better execution in these areas would improve the MG4 experience significantly.
The VTL cable, at least for the UK, looks like something cobbled together from the B&Q scrap bin. The LKA is a bit erratic but on the whole seems fine. Overall love the MG4. Thanks for the video.
OTA updates is a must for me. Improvements to LKA and ACC, to be more like a chauffeur than an aggressive back seat driver. Vehicle to Load controlled by the chargepoint. Retention of last settings like drive mode ideally by user. Auto hold in reverse. Readily available map updates within 6 months, with an easy unattended update process. I think all of these are software related so are implementable on current models. I too would like better interior lighting and a/c but I don't see that as retrofittable.
My personal list, in order of priority: For already sold vehicles (to solve via sw update) - LKA to be useful and not wanting to kill me (a recall should be mandatory). - Why lights are turning on if I activate the A/C remotely?? - Reduce brightness of small screen. - Android Auto always switches on day mode. Only if you turn off the lights and turn of again them Android Auto switches to dark mode. Should do it automatically. - Be able to completely switch of the lights without having to "turn off" the whole car. I want to hear music or watch a video without the daytime lights on... - A/C correct balance. Currently 26C emits cold air and 27C hot air. What about a balance? For next restyling: - Wireless Android Auto / Carplay. - Wireless charging place with antislip rubber (currently is useless). - Rear passengers light. - Better quality trunk floor. - Central headrest "foldable" to the seat back, to improve rear visibility. - Rear armrest, with sky aperture to the trunk. - Frunk for the charging cables. - Better illumination, specially the combination of low and high beams. - Led rear indicators. - Interior led bulbs. - Better quality cameras. - Bigger (higher) central storage area. - Properly lubricatsd seatbelt fixing points (currently require some silicone lube every 10.000km...).
Well, make sure of 2 things: 1. that your Virtual network pays high before granting permission to have your battery's life shortened. 2. that mg will honor the battery warranty if it's been used for the virtual grid. The car will keep logs of everything, including virtual export and V2L.
In general I love how easy it is to adjust regen levels via steering wheel paddles in a Hyundai for instance... if it's that easy to adjust, I don't care if the car remembers. It allows the driver to do one-pedal in the city centre, while it's easy to change to free coasting when you enter the highway. No need to stop to adjust drive mode, ACC and regen level in the infotainment system for the next leg of your trip... and should you end up in a highway traffic jam you can adjust to that too without having to go through menus and settings (as a non-native English speaker, voice commands remain virtually useless, give me physical interfaces for stuff like this).
OTA may be a complicated bunch, especially if the car doesn't have its own 4/5G connection. But it should be possible to do via "sneaker net", implement something that would make it possible to download an update to a USB stick that would update everything if inserted into the USB port before turning the car on, or something like that. Use cryptographic signatures to verify that it's a proper update from the factory etc. Actually, not letting updates be done anywhere else than at authorised dealers is kind of a red flag to me... it usually means that the security around the software isn't exactly world class... if I'm right, we'll soon see mobile apps that can tell the car to wreck itself to win a drag race.
Automatic tailgate, Default settings to Custom option, Wireless car play, an option turn off announcements on maps telling you location arrivals, rear lighting, OTA for Trophy and above. (The MG4 is a great little car as it is, it could be better. It is currently the 2nd best selling Ev in Australia) Auto wipers in the rain would be nice.
i mean i get the Wishlist, but this is a bang for Buck EV, and stuff like Ambient lights and premium sound are more expensive than you might think adn if you like such features there are plenty EVs out there that deliver that but they are more expensive for a reason
The other useful option for future refreshes, especially Trophy / Xpower versions is option for larger batteries and of course we expect higher energy densities, especially with the tantalising talk of semi-solid state!
@@siasek the other annoying thing which can be mitigated is the emergency lane keep assist ELK. I understand this is a mandatory requirement for safety, but it’s invasive. Turning it off each drive should NOT require a confirmation every time! This is not the same as turning stability control off, which probably does need confirmation. Ideally all these setting would persist between drives but some are requirement by legislation. I will document a whole load of improvements which can be considered, voted & commented on by the MG4 community, giving MG4 HQ clear feedback on customer requirements.
Adding things like premium sound systems and panoramic sunroofs will just make the car more expensive, at the end of the day they are a budget EV built to a price to capture new EV drivers coming from ICE cars.
Exactly, premium sound is pointless and more than adequate currently. More important is making their music playing function likes it’s not just been invented.
That's a good point, upgrading the music player should be the priority. And I do agree that it's far fetched to expect a premium sound system in a budget EV, but maybe it'd be good to have as an add-on option
I live in Finland folding mirrors sometimes are troublesome as they freeze and then break while trying to open so if fitted it would be good to choose if they open and close or not in the settings as required.
Hi Tina, the info you provide is excellent. Do you think we will get the updated sat nav search that Aussie customers got,it plans a route with suggested chargers?
Thanks for your kind words, Robert! 😊 While there’s no official confirmation on an updated sat nav with suggested chargers yet, MG has been rolling out updates selectively, so hopefully it will be coming to other regions in the near future. Let’s keep our fingers crossed-that would be a big help for longer trips.
A hilltop reserve setting would be good for me, as I live on a 540m mountain. It is frustrating to inadvertently charge to 100%, and have no regeneration on the way down.
I would like a navigation that can plan a route through chargers with the ability to set the battery level at the destination. Like the ABRP application or other EV manufacturers do. The current state is a mess. I am not happy with the lack of backward compatibility. For example, my car from 2023 cannot have the one-pedal steering function like cars from 2024, and it is only about software. Unfortunately, it is a SAIC concern that cooperates with VW in China and it is visible in the old architecture used. Greetings from the Czech Republic, thanks for your work.
The most critical issue is the preconditioning of the LFP battery. It is imperative to correct the set temperature to 20°C instead of the current 9°C. During long winter journeys, the battery temperature remains between 10°C and 13°C, making the conditioning ineffective. Consequently, upon arrival at a DC fast charging station, the maximum charging speed is capped at 45 kWh with only 10% SoC😡😡😡😤. It is incomprehensible that this problem persists. It would be desirable for MG teams to test their vehicles themselves in order to understand the frustrations encountered by their customers. I have been waiting for a correction and resolution of this problem for two years now, without any concrete results. MG, if you want to maintain your presence in Europe, it is crucial to listen to your customers' feedback.
That's awesome! Vehicle-to-load is such a practical feature, whether for camping or emergencies at home. Do you find a lot of use for it? Personally I'd certainly love it as an option when going camping. 😊
The Chinese are into rapid development and expansion - and I suspect improvements are going to be prioritised via the replacement model with little time spent on refashioning the 'old'.
First having been an owner of both Jaguar, Mercedes and BMW for me a new owner of the MG4 EV trophy long range I have noticed that at the price bracket the lack of 1/ Rear Interior Light 2/ Front Windscreen Rain Sensing Wipers 3/ Better Sound System. This is what I thought would be on the Trophy Spec model but its not, I don’t think that MG likes to offer extra features at an extra cost like purchasing folding mirrors on the SE model why would you do that when you can pay the extra cost for the Trophy model. As for a glass sunroof or panoramic roof that might be too costly for MG and put it on the MG4 but who knows.
You make a great point-those are features many would expect on a Trophy spec. MG’s approach does feel different compared to brands like Jaguar or BMW, where extras are more customizable. Hopefully, they’ll consider adding these features in the future, as they’d really enhance the overall experience.
We have the MG 5 a good reliable car with MG pilot work just great, my wife's car the MG4 LKA is a nightmare and the very reason I will not be upgrading my MG5 to a newer MG. The MG4 built, designed from scratch an all electric car you would think software updates over the air would be a breeze. So little personal customisation. Everything is all locked down to a cash strapped MG service network who don't want to know. UK Based
Yes, it's surprising and quite frustrating when a newer model doesn’t live up to promises, especially with something as critical as LKA. OTA updates and more customization would make a world of difference. Hopefully, MG listens to feedback -it’s key to keeping loyal customers!
Using Android auto to tell me where I am driving. The back window needs demisting press 3rd button on the left (back window works) Now press the 2nd on the left and the screen shows too many options I don't care just want it on.. the map has been tuned off. Now press the air conditioning on/off (1st button) is the Same as the 2nd button what is the point. The 2nd button needs LEAVE THE android about map displayed
Ugh, that sounds super frustrating! Controls need to be intuitive and not disrupt critical functions like navigation... MG should definitely consider simplifying the climate control interface to avoid overlapping functionality and ensure the map stays displayed... maybe they need to get more UX testers. I'll add this to my list for another video. Thank you!
@@siasek true... But the reality is the engineer are responsible for making the car go from 0..60 in under 4seconds... The UI has always been a job for "average employees"
Wiper update to automatic, use by camera like tesla Wiper DO NOT swipe then Door open, not until Break Pad is pussed (why, because if its rained duing the night, the door side is get all the water from wiper, SIMPLY BECAUSE OF STUPIED DESIGN)) Turn OFF the radio then "park" and Seatbelt and door get open, like let say "every other car on the planet. Turn OFF the Light then Preheating the cabine, why does the naboes need to know we are preparing to drive. Stupied It would be nice if there was a Timer on cabine preheat. Incl. Seat and sterring. Also there is 4 camera on the car, WHY arn´t they used as dashcam for safty, also as Antitefth And please give the passagner some light in the back.. Please SAIC auto are you stupied. LKA need seriouse update. Media center need update, sometimes the tuner for radio turn on after 1 minut, also the graphics in display take sometimes up to 30sec. To boot. Jesus this is stupied long times. Driving assistent, please let them Stay like there was from last drive setting. There is NOT point to reset all every time, that NOT by law. Thats only by politci from SAIC: its stupied. Please Support in denmark is horrible, and the dealership are NOT intressted in update our cars, with new software. Please activate the OTA. also Light assisten, please that need a hell of update. Its so stupid if the are a small downhill from a car in front it "set activ highbeam" but it do not go lowbeam then the car is up the smal hill.. So annoying slow. LOCKING the doors then you go from the car. Our old Renualt Zoe from 2018 has not problem detecting that, and locking after about 5-10sec. But MG4 SAIC idiots do not lock the door automatical. WHY all cars i had for the last 20years did that. Even cheap car, MG4 is not even cheap. And this list is just beginning and NOT finish sorry by the spells and writing
A vehicle is for transport......using it to heat a cabin or power anything else in the woods is idiotic. How much range are you williing to sacrifice for do this??
Its funny how many people complaining about non working features or other faults.......you purchased a cheap Chinese EV thats very likely not to last beyond 5 years before mega failures & good luck trying to get anything fixed under warranty! Come trade in time, itll be worth virtually nothing!
@MichaelWard-lr7my Rubbish, it's actually the complete opposite, as government engineering try's to force people into buying EVs, people will hold onto there ICE cars longer.
I have only owned the Xpower for a few weeks but I cannot see any reason to buy an ICE car ever again, the acceleration always makes me smile. These faults are niggles that I am.sure future car models will never experience this fixable issues The LKA is an EU 2021 regulation that's only introduced to protect the older manufacturers, just the same as the 30% tax on Chinese imports. *everyone* would prefer to Drive their car than be forced to use LKA
@SteveMoore1969 yep one trick EV acceleration can't be matched be most ICE vehicles, but I guarantee the novelty will soon wear off when your sitting & waiting for it to recharge on a cold winters night.....if you can find one that works!
🚀 Thanks for watching! Let us know your must-have MG4 features or MG4 improvements in the comments-whether it’s MG4 V2L, a revamped MG4 infotainment system, or other MG4 EV updates. 🚗 Also, be sure to check out the MGEVs forum for more community insights and discussions! Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more MG4 content. 🔋
I’ve got the MG4 77kwh Essence (as it’s known in Aus), and while I’m largely very happy with it, the following would make it better for me:
- Driver settings memory, at least from the last used, but ideally a driver profile option for 2 or more drivers. To include regen and one pedal driving modes, but also things like seat position.
- Better navigation system, including an improved EV route planner. The current EV route planner with charging stops that was rolled out this year is pretty basic and needs greater flexibility for choosing charging stops. And the nav system itself should offer a choice of route options where available, like Waze and Google Maps do.
- Ventilated seats. Really important here in Australia, more so than heated seats.
- A better voice command/AI system. It’s pretty basic as is and somewhat frustrating to use.
- OTA updates would also be a great addition.
- Rear passenger air vents and aircon controls, as well as lighting.
Thank you Fina for all of your work. I have an MG4 essence (Australia), most of your viewers suggestions are quite valid but how much attention will MG take of these comments. My biggest wish list is OTA. This would save both MG and it's customers a lot of time and cost. Come on MG do it for your customers and turn the MG4 from a very good car to a great one. Oh yes, also remembering the selected settings the next time a driver starts up the vehicle would be great too.
Happy new year.
Thanks for making the video
Hey Stuart, it was my pleasure! And thank you for starting the thread, it's always fun reading through the discussions 👌
Merry Christmas Fina to you and your family! Thanks for all your videos this year - so well done, Neutrally presented and well researched, and you, of course, so brilliant to watch!!
The two exposed screens (infotainment + data) are both dust collectors AND are not shielded from sun glare, and this is really, really disturbing design feature. MG need to either redesign the dash to bury the screens under cover OR to simply provide snap-on cowlings (leather or cardboard) to sit over the displays.
You get what you pay for, but with the MG4, I think too many forget what they pay for. For me, MG = Money Gift
Hi Mark! That's so nice to hear, I'm glad you enjoy my videos! I really enjoy making them so it's great to see them well received 🤗
I'm surprised to hear about those issues with the screens. I have a similar setup in my Megane e-tech and all has been fine for me. I wonder why that is... It seems that the screens are higher in the MG4, I guess that could potentially have an impact. Interesting, think I'll do a bit more research on this.
Thank you again for your lovely comment and Merry Christmas to you and yours! 😊🎄
V2L would only benefit a small section of people needing that. V2G will be useful connecting to battery / solar systems or virtual power plants. One Pedal Driving is objectively a far superior and easier way to drive making for relaxed driving, which should be the default and have the setting persist for user preference. It’s only partially OPD anyway as quicker stops still require brakes, but local driving is true OPD. OTA & software updates are a joke generally, dealers don’t even know what changes are part of an update, let alone offering to customers. This is a major issue which must be addressed as it makes an otherwise excellent car and brand look bad. Everyone should be taking the lead from Tesla and sort out the software as per BYD, Xpeng, Zeekr. Obvious things also like faster infotainment,lower redundant drive mode / upper charging panel, lighting. There are many software improvements that collectively when implemented will make it a great overall car, especially for the money!
One pedal driving may be great for the driver, but not for passengers - constant lurching causes car sickness.
@@marksaustralia6464 interesting observation, but that’s poor driving. Adjusting throttle sensitivity should be easy.
V2G definitely seems like the way forward, especially as more people adopt renewable energy setups. I agree that One Pedal Driving should be an option that persists based on user preference, though again, I personally probably wouldn't use it, but there are plenty who would. And you’re of course spot on about OTA updates and software improvements; better execution in these areas would improve the MG4 experience significantly.
@@alexcumbers Nope. Not poor driving. People get carsick. Sorry. Hope you cope.
Aee you referring to the active cruise control?
For me OPD is perfect.
I would also add the implementation of the Plug&Charge
Totally agree! My wish would be if they get the car to save my last settings... Mine is Drive mode in custom, speed limiter on, regen braking on low 😀
The VTL cable, at least for the UK, looks like something cobbled together from the B&Q scrap bin.
The LKA is a bit erratic but on the whole seems fine.
Overall love the MG4.
Thanks for the video.
OTA updates is a must for me. Improvements to LKA and ACC, to be more like a chauffeur than an aggressive back seat driver. Vehicle to Load controlled by the chargepoint. Retention of last settings like drive mode ideally by user. Auto hold in reverse. Readily available map updates within 6 months, with an easy unattended update process. I think all of these are software related so are implementable on current models. I too would like better interior lighting and a/c but I don't see that as retrofittable.
A Stop motor button /screen option and retention of last used settings would be a major improvement. Also wireless Car Play instead of a cable.
My personal list, in order of priority:
For already sold vehicles (to solve via sw update)
- LKA to be useful and not wanting to kill me (a recall should be mandatory).
- Why lights are turning on if I activate the A/C remotely??
- Reduce brightness of small screen.
- Android Auto always switches on day mode. Only if you turn off the lights and turn of again them Android Auto switches to dark mode. Should do it automatically.
- Be able to completely switch of the lights without having to "turn off" the whole car. I want to hear music or watch a video without the daytime lights on...
- A/C correct balance. Currently 26C emits cold air and 27C hot air. What about a balance?
For next restyling:
- Wireless Android Auto / Carplay.
- Wireless charging place with antislip rubber (currently is useless).
- Rear passengers light.
- Better quality trunk floor.
- Central headrest "foldable" to the seat back, to improve rear visibility.
- Rear armrest, with sky aperture to the trunk.
- Frunk for the charging cables.
- Better illumination, specially the combination of low and high beams.
- Led rear indicators.
- Interior led bulbs.
- Better quality cameras.
- Bigger (higher) central storage area.
- Properly lubricatsd seatbelt fixing points (currently require some silicone lube every 10.000km...).
Just but a normal ICE vehicle & youll avoid the faults of cheap Chinese rubbish.......your welcome !
Agree 100% with camera quality.
Because my phone is within a case I had to replace the extra think manufacturers mat with thin black rubber
As an MG4 Trophy owner just two for me. Over the air updates and V2G. My next car must have these.
Exactly, V2G important going forward.
Agreed, those two would be the most important for me as well. Especially the OTA, since it was promised by MG!
Well, make sure of 2 things:
1. that your Virtual network pays high before granting permission to have your battery's life shortened.
2. that mg will honor the battery warranty if it's been used for the virtual grid. The car will keep logs of everything, including virtual export and V2L.
Yes! As more EVs enter the market features like these will become huge in purchase decisions
Having read other replies I agree with comments about voice control which I have never been able to use and navigation poor compare to WAZE.
Software updates on line.
In general I love how easy it is to adjust regen levels via steering wheel paddles in a Hyundai for instance... if it's that easy to adjust, I don't care if the car remembers.
It allows the driver to do one-pedal in the city centre, while it's easy to change to free coasting when you enter the highway. No need to stop to adjust drive mode, ACC and regen level in the infotainment system for the next leg of your trip... and should you end up in a highway traffic jam you can adjust to that too without having to go through menus and settings (as a non-native English speaker, voice commands remain virtually useless, give me physical interfaces for stuff like this).
OTA may be a complicated bunch, especially if the car doesn't have its own 4/5G connection.
But it should be possible to do via "sneaker net", implement something that would make it possible to download an update to a USB stick that would update everything if inserted into the USB port before turning the car on, or something like that.
Use cryptographic signatures to verify that it's a proper update from the factory etc.
Actually, not letting updates be done anywhere else than at authorised dealers is kind of a red flag to me... it usually means that the security around the software isn't exactly world class... if I'm right, we'll soon see mobile apps that can tell the car to wreck itself to win a drag race.
Automatic tailgate, Default settings to Custom option, Wireless car play, an option turn off announcements on maps telling you location arrivals, rear lighting, OTA for Trophy and above. (The MG4 is a great little car as it is, it could be better. It is currently the 2nd best selling Ev in Australia) Auto wipers in the rain would be nice.
i mean i get the Wishlist, but this is a bang for Buck EV, and stuff like Ambient lights and premium sound are more expensive than you might think adn if you like such features there are plenty EVs out there that deliver that but they are more expensive for a reason
The other useful option for future refreshes, especially Trophy / Xpower versions is option for larger batteries and of course we expect higher energy densities, especially with the tantalising talk of semi-solid state!
Oh that's great, I'd definitely add those to the list. Thank you!
@@siasek the other annoying thing which can be mitigated is the emergency lane keep assist ELK. I understand this is a mandatory requirement for safety, but it’s invasive. Turning it off each drive should NOT require a confirmation every time! This is not the same as turning stability control off, which probably does need confirmation. Ideally all these setting would persist between drives but some are requirement by legislation. I will document a whole load of improvements which can be considered, voted & commented on by the MG4 community, giving MG4 HQ clear feedback on customer requirements.
Adding things like premium sound systems and panoramic sunroofs will just make the car more expensive, at the end of the day they are a budget EV built to a price to capture new EV drivers coming from ICE cars.
Exactly, premium sound is pointless and more than adequate currently. More important is making their music playing function likes it’s not just been invented.
That's a good point, upgrading the music player should be the priority. And I do agree that it's far fetched to expect a premium sound system in a budget EV, but maybe it'd be good to have as an add-on option
I live in Finland folding mirrors sometimes are troublesome as they freeze and then break while trying to open so if fitted it would be good to choose if they open and close or not in the settings as required.
Personally, the best first change would be to have a driver profile option. For me this should include LKA as well as one pedal mode.
Hi Tina, the info you provide is excellent.
Do you think we will get the updated sat nav search that Aussie customers got,it plans a route with suggested chargers?
Thanks for your kind words, Robert! 😊
While there’s no official confirmation on an updated sat nav with suggested chargers yet, MG has been rolling out updates selectively, so hopefully it will be coming to other regions in the near future. Let’s keep our fingers crossed-that would be a big help for longer trips.
A hilltop reserve setting would be good for me, as I live on a 540m mountain. It is frustrating to inadvertently charge to 100%, and have no regeneration on the way down.
I have the MG4 trophy it’s great but requires over the air updates and remember settings not changing them back to factory settings. So frustrating 😮
I would like a navigation that can plan a route through chargers with the ability to set the battery level at the destination. Like the ABRP application or other EV manufacturers do. The current state is a mess.
I am not happy with the lack of backward compatibility. For example, my car from 2023 cannot have the one-pedal steering function like cars from 2024, and it is only about software.
Unfortunately, it is a SAIC concern that cooperates with VW in China and it is visible in the old architecture used.
Greetings from the Czech Republic, thanks for your work.
Living in the UK, rear wiper and heat pump
The most critical issue is the preconditioning of the LFP battery. It is imperative to correct the set temperature to 20°C instead of the current 9°C. During long winter journeys, the battery temperature remains between 10°C and 13°C, making the conditioning ineffective. Consequently, upon arrival at a DC fast charging station, the maximum charging speed is capped at 45 kWh with only 10% SoC😡😡😡😤.
It is incomprehensible that this problem persists. It would be desirable for MG teams to test their vehicles themselves in order to understand the frustrations encountered by their customers. I have been waiting for a correction and resolution of this problem for two years now, without any concrete results.
MG, if you want to maintain your presence in Europe, it is crucial to listen to your customers' feedback.
My MG4 Trophy already has vehicle to load meaning I can power items in my home or use electrical items when camping.
That's awesome! Vehicle-to-load is such a practical feature, whether for camping or emergencies at home. Do you find a lot of use for it? Personally I'd certainly love it as an option when going camping. 😊
Hi I don't use vehicle to load for camping but I have used it for powering garden equipment and using the vacuum cleaner in my car.
The Chinese are into rapid development and expansion - and I suspect improvements are going to be prioritised via the replacement model with little time spent on refashioning the 'old'.
First having been an owner of both Jaguar, Mercedes and BMW for me a new owner of the MG4 EV trophy long range I have noticed that at the price bracket the lack of 1/ Rear Interior Light 2/ Front Windscreen Rain Sensing Wipers 3/ Better Sound System.
This is what I thought would be on the Trophy Spec model but its not, I don’t think that MG likes to offer extra features at an extra cost like purchasing folding mirrors on the SE model why would you do that when you can pay the extra cost for the Trophy model. As for a glass sunroof or panoramic roof that might be too costly for MG and put it on the MG4 but who knows.
You make a great point-those are features many would expect on a Trophy spec. MG’s approach does feel different compared to brands like Jaguar or BMW, where extras are more customizable. Hopefully, they’ll consider adding these features in the future, as they’d really enhance the overall experience.
My wish is to drive more my MG4 😅
We have the MG 5 a good reliable car with MG pilot work just great, my wife's car the MG4 LKA is a nightmare and the very reason I will not be upgrading my MG5 to a newer MG. The MG4 built, designed from scratch an all electric car you would think software updates over the air would be a breeze. So little personal customisation. Everything is all locked down to a cash strapped MG service network who don't want to know. UK Based
Yes, it's surprising and quite frustrating when a newer model doesn’t live up to promises, especially with something as critical as LKA. OTA updates and more customization would make a world of difference. Hopefully, MG listens to feedback -it’s key to keeping loyal customers!
Let us see if MG will listen or will they turn a deaf ear - like the Chinese state?
Using Android auto to tell me where I am driving. The back window needs demisting press 3rd button on the left (back window works)
Now press the 2nd on the left and the screen shows too many options I don't care just want it on.. the map has been tuned off.
Now press the air conditioning on/off (1st button) is the Same as the 2nd button what is the point.
The 2nd button needs LEAVE THE android about map displayed
Ugh, that sounds super frustrating! Controls need to be intuitive and not disrupt critical functions like navigation... MG should definitely consider simplifying the climate control interface to avoid overlapping functionality and ensure the map stays displayed... maybe they need to get more UX testers. I'll add this to my list for another video. Thank you!
@@siasek true... But the reality is the engineer are responsible for making the car go from 0..60 in under 4seconds... The UI has always been a job for "average employees"
😄 Ok, that's fair! I guess that's why I appreciate Renault's approach of leaving the infotainment to experts (Google)
@@siasek do you work in France?
Wiper update to automatic, use by camera like tesla
Wiper DO NOT swipe then Door open, not until Break Pad is pussed (why, because if its rained duing the night, the door side is get all the water from wiper, SIMPLY BECAUSE OF STUPIED DESIGN))
Turn OFF the radio then "park" and Seatbelt and door get open, like let say "every other car on the planet.
Turn OFF the Light then Preheating the cabine, why does the naboes need to know we are preparing to drive. Stupied
It would be nice if there was a Timer on cabine preheat. Incl. Seat and sterring.
Also there is 4 camera on the car, WHY arn´t they used as dashcam for safty, also as Antitefth
And please give the passagner some light in the back.. Please SAIC auto are you stupied.
LKA need seriouse update.
Media center need update, sometimes the tuner for radio turn on after 1 minut, also the graphics in display take sometimes up to 30sec. To boot. Jesus this is stupied long times.
Driving assistent, please let them Stay like there was from last drive setting. There is NOT point to reset all every time, that NOT by law. Thats only by politci from SAIC: its stupied.
Please Support in denmark is horrible, and the dealership are NOT intressted in update our cars, with new software. Please activate the OTA.
also Light assisten, please that need a hell of update. Its so stupid if the are a small downhill from a car in front it "set activ highbeam" but it do not go lowbeam then the car is up the smal hill.. So annoying slow.
LOCKING the doors then you go from the car. Our old Renualt Zoe from 2018 has not problem detecting that, and locking after about 5-10sec. But MG4 SAIC idiots do not lock the door automatical. WHY all cars i had for the last 20years did that. Even cheap car, MG4 is not even cheap.
And this list is just beginning and NOT finish
sorry by the spells and writing
A vehicle is for transport......using it to heat a cabin or power anything else in the woods is idiotic.
How much range are you williing to sacrifice for do this??
As someone who lost power last year for 8 days, after a huge storm, the V2L was a life saver for me! Without power at home, I don't even have water.
@stuartirwin3779 A small gas powered generator will do exactly the same job, for a fraction of the cost
Its funny how many people complaining about non working features or other faults.......you purchased a cheap Chinese EV thats very likely not to last beyond 5 years before mega failures & good luck trying to get anything fixed under warranty! Come trade in time, itll be worth virtually nothing!
I disagree. ICE vehicles are soon to be worth very little. Give it 3 years. ICE depreciation will shock owners
@MichaelWard-lr7my Rubbish, it's actually the complete opposite, as government engineering try's to force people into buying EVs, people will hold onto there ICE cars longer.
Correct resale value of EVs are significantly less than market value, nothing to do with being Chinese though.
I have only owned the Xpower for a few weeks but I cannot see any reason to buy an ICE car ever again, the acceleration always makes me smile.
These faults are niggles that I am.sure future car models will never experience this fixable issues
The LKA is an EU 2021 regulation that's only introduced to protect the older manufacturers, just the same as the 30% tax on Chinese imports.
*everyone* would prefer to Drive their car than be forced to use LKA
@SteveMoore1969 yep one trick EV acceleration can't be matched be most ICE vehicles, but I guarantee the novelty will soon wear off when your sitting & waiting for it to recharge on a cold winters night.....if you can find one that works!
don't buy it rubbish car