MG Marvel R problems (2021–2024)
The only engine of the MG Marvel R that we have documented, the MG eléctrico (MG4, ZS EV, Marvel R), has no high or critical severity faults in the versions it is fitted to. Our verdict for the versions it is fitted to: «With caution».[1]
Outside the engine: Fiches-auto.fr records faults with the central screen and camera, the electric tailgate and the flush door handles on the Marvel R, and does not document any recalls; faults with the AC charger are assessed under its electric motor. These are owners' testimonies about a minority model.[1]

MG Marvel R rating: good reliability
Calculated using only 1 documented fault and its sources: the most serious and frequent faults weigh more. Provisional: we have found few sources for the rest of the car (suspension, brakes, electronics…). Its faults appear on the page, but they do not count towards the score or the rankings until the analysis is complete. How it is calculated
- Electric motor8.61 fault
- GearboxLittle data
- SuspensionLittle data
- BrakesLittle data
- Tyres and wheelsLittle data
- SteeringLittle data
- Electrical systemLittle data
- Headlights and lightsLittle data
- Electronics and infotainmentLittle data
- Climate controlLittle data
- Bodywork and interiorLittle data
- Airbags and safetyLittle data
The weak points of the MG Marvel R
- 1Medium severity: Charging faults: on-board charger and interrupted chargingMG eléctrico (MG4, ZS EV, Marvel R) engine
- 2Low severity: MG Marvel R central screen and 360 camera freezesElectronics and infotainment
- 3Low severity: MG Marvel R electric tailgate faultBodywork and interior
- 4Low severity: MG Marvel R motorised flush door handle faultBodywork and interior
Documented engine
The first label is the most serious fault affecting that engine in this car; the second, our verdict for the versions it is fitted to. Each engine's risk index is calculated only from the faults that affect this car (how we calculate it). We only show engines we have documented with sources: if yours does not appear, we have not analysed it yet. View all engines
See what to check before buyingOutside the engine
MG eléctricos: MG4 (plataforma MSP, baterías de 51 a 77 kWh), ZS EV (44,5 a 72,6 kWh) and Marvel R (70 kWh) · Electrical
- Names
- Marvel R Electric Comfort · Marvel R Electric Luxury · Marvel R Electric Performance
- Faults that affect it
- 1
Verdict for the versions it uses
Marvel R Comfort/Luxury 70 kWh, 180 hp (2021-2024)2021–2024 · 180 hp
With cautionFiches-auto records on-board AC charger faults on the Marvel R; it is a minority model with little data.[1]
Marvel R Performance 70 kWh, 288 hp (2021-2024)2021–2024 · 288 hp
With cautionOf the 12 fiches-auto reviews for this version, 2 mention the charger and none a motor fault; small sample.[1]
Faults that affect the Marvel R
Only those that affect the versions and years that this car used. The MG eléctrico (MG4, ZS EV, Marvel R) has 2 documented faults in total.
Marvel R MG eléctrico (MG4, ZS EV, Marvel R) pageAll versions and faults of the MG eléctrico (MG4, ZS EV, Marvel R)
Faults of the MG Marvel R outside the engine
Suspension, brakes, tyres, electronics and the rest of the car. They occur with any engine.
Bodywork and interior
- Low severityFrequency: OccasionalBodywork and interiorMG Marvel R electric tailgate faultAccording to fiches-auto.fr, the electric tailgate refuses to open, stops halfway or does not close fully, forcing you to operate it manually; one testimonial mentions a broken latch on delivery.
- Low severityFrequency: OccasionalBodywork and interiorMG Marvel R motorised flush door handle faultAccording to fiches-auto.fr, the motorised flush handles can jam or fail to pop out properly, especially in cold and damp weather, making it hard to open the door.
Checklist for buying a used MG Marvel R
Check the advert or the paperwork to see which engine the car has and go through its section. Each point comes from a documented fault; you can tick them off as you inspect.
If it has the MG eléctrico (MG4, ZS EV, Marvel R) (2021–2024)
Charging faults: on-board charger and interrupted charging
Medium severityWear parts for the MG Marvel R
Brakes, wiper blades, pollen filter and battery, searched for this model. The exact part number depends on the engine and year: confirm it with the registration plate or VIN.
Brake pads
Brake discs
Wiper blades
Pollen filter
Battery
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MG Marvel R reliable?
The only engine of the MG Marvel R that we have documented, the MG eléctrico (MG4, ZS EV, Marvel R), has no high or critical severity faults in the versions it is fitted to. Our verdict for the versions it is fitted to: «With caution». Fiches-auto.fr records faults with the central screen and camera, the electric tailgate and the flush door handles on the Marvel R, and does not document any recalls; faults with the AC charger are assessed under its electric motor. These are owners' testimonies about a minority model.
What problems does the MG Marvel R have apart from the engine?
Fiches-auto.fr records faults with the central screen and camera, the electric tailgate and the flush door handles on the Marvel R, and does not document any recalls; faults with the AC charger are assessed under its electric motor. These are owners' testimonies about a minority model. The most important documented faults are: MG Marvel R central screen and 360 camera freezes (electronics and infotainment, low severity), MG Marvel R electric tailgate fault (bodywork and interior, low severity) and MG Marvel R motorised flush door handle fault (bodywork and interior, low severity).[1]
What faults does the MG Marvel R have?
The most important by severity and frequency, on the engines we have documented, are: charging faults: on-board charger and interrupted charging (MG eléctrico (MG4, ZS EV, Marvel R), medium severity).
Sources
Every fact on this page links to its source. If you find an error, let us know.
- Fiabilité Mg Marvel R (2021): toutes les pannes connuesFiches-auto.fr · Reliability study · consulted 30 October 2026 · in French
- MG Marvel R Electric: motores, equipamiento y preciosCarnovo · Technical documentation · published 21 July 2023 · consulted 30 October 2026 · in Spanish
- Roewe Marvel X / Rising Marvel RWikipedia · Other source · consulted 30 October 2026
- Fiabilité Mg MG4 (2023): toutes les pannes connuesFiches-auto.fr · Reliability study · consulted 30 October 2026 · in French
- Foro GoingElectric: MG4 XPower con fallo del sistema de control y sin cargaGoingElectric · Owners' forum · consulted 30 October 2026 · in German
- Used MG4 2022-present reliabilityWhat Car? · Reliability study · consulted 30 October 2026