We’re shifting our focus from the exciting news about the Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution Roadster to something more practical, something more… ordinary. MG has announced that they’ve added the MG4 EV Extended Range option to their expanding lineup of MG4 models. As we snap back to reality, this is what we’ve discovered.

The MG4 EV Extended Range is capable of up to 323 miles on a single charge. Although you should not believe that figure because it is based on controlled lab testing data, not real-world conditions. The MG4 EV Extended Range hatchback is available for just £36,495.

Equipped with a new 77kWh battery, the Extended Range is the firms first electric car capable of over 300 miles on a single charge. It also recharges from 10-80 per cent in as little as 39 minutes. The Extended Range variant boasts an upgraded 180kW electric motor, delivering an enhanced performance that translates into a 0-62mph acceleration time of just 6.5 seconds.