WHEN it comes to value for money the MG4 Uban is hard to beat as it costs a lot less than most of the competition and offers more.

Prices start at just under £23,500 and this family hatchback offers more room than some SUVs.

It has all the equipment you couldwant and it is also quite efficient.It may not be as stylish as some of the competitionbut the Urban model has a lot going for it including boot and passenger space.

Indeed it offers more space than its sibling MG4 which costs a lot more.

There are two power outputs for the Urban with the Standard Range model producing 147bhp and the Long Range having 158bhp.

The extra power helps compensate for the extra weight of the larger battery and both models reach 60mph in just under 10 seconds.

The Urban as its name suggests is ideal for town driving. The large windscreen and short bonnet means you get a good view and the light steering and cameras in the top car make manoeuvres easy.

There are four regeneration settings and it is possible to drive with a single pedal.

The Urban is also decent on country roads and cruises well at motorway speeds but that obviously has an impact on the range.

The standard range model should be good for 201 miles with the Long Range good for up to 258 miles.

The Urban can be charged from 10-80 per cent in 30 minutes on a 150kW charger.

The cabin is well equipped and laid out and there is lots of equipment for the price with physical climate controls. There is a 12.8-inch touchscreen and a seven-inch driver's display.

Boot space is 577 litres, significantly more than most of its rivals. Passenger space is also generous in the front and rear. The large rear doors allow easy access and under the boot floor there is a space that is ideal for housing charging cables.

Lots of safety features mean that the Urban has a five NCAP safety rating and it also boasts a seven-year 80,000 mile warranty that includes the battery.

It may not be exciting to look at or drive but the Urban offers great value EV motoring and that is what will tempt buyers.