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The Citizen
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Coming soon? MG3 makes surprise debut at Simola Hillclimb
Smallest model in the brand's export model range seemingly looks set for South Africa despite not having been mentioned upon its return announcement in October last year. Unveiled at the beginning of this year, the new generation MG3 was a surprise entrant at the Simola Hillclimb in Knysna this past weekend. Image: Charl Bosch Having gone quiet since relaunching its local market operations earlier this year, MG sprung an expected surprise by showcasing the new generation 3 at the Simola Hillclimb in Knysna this past weekend. Sign of things to come? Joined by the all-electric Cyberster sportscar, the 3 hadn't been mentioned as one of the models earmarked for South Africa following the Chinese-owned British brand's return announcement in September last year. ALSO READ: Prices revealed as MG officially relaunches in South Africa Seemingly no longer the case, the 3 debuted sporting the Hybrid+ nomenclature that identifies it as being motivated by a self-charging hybrid powertrain consisting of a 1.83-kWh battery pack and a normally aspirated 1.5-litre petrol engine. Standard across all models is a 10.25-inch infotainment system plus a seven-inch instrument cluster display. Image: MG Motor UK Paired to a three-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission, the former produces 100kW/280Nm and the latter 75kW/128Nm, which, in combined form, outputs 143 kW, allowing for a top speed of 170 km/h and 0-100 km/h in eight seconds. Hybrid+ combines a normally aspirated petrol engine with a 1.83-kWh battery pack for a total output of 143 kW. Image: Charl Bosch An alternative is the standard combustion engine model that loses the electric hardware and therefore produces 81kW/142Nm delivered to the front wheels either via a five-speed manual or a CVT. Stay tuned Entered in the standard road car class along with the Cyberster at the event, official details surrounding the MG3 weren't disclosed at all, though its presence all but suggests a local market launch to be imminent. Eventual introduction will see the MG3 take-on the Suzuki Celerio, Toyota Vitz and possibly even the slightly bigger Volkswagen Polo Vivo. Image: Charl Bosch Set to become MG's only other passenger vehicle, and below the ZS SUV that currently opens its product range up, speculation has also pointed to a significantly lower sticker price than the R289 900 of the base-spec ZS Comfort. As is stands though, no definitive details, however, and as mentioned, expect a possible announcement from importer, Combined Motor Holdings (CMH), within the coming weeks. NOW READ: MG HS declares war on fellow Chinese brands Chery and Haval
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Britain's MG confirms new electric SUV on the way
British car manufacturer MG has announced that it will launch a new electric SUV later this year called the MGS5. The new SUV will share the same platform as the smaller MG4 electric hatchback in the firm's range. The image released shows the car features an LED single rear light bar at the back – similar to the larger MG HS SUV. Further images of the exterior are yet to be revealed. Interior images haven't been released at this stage, but MG says the new MGS5 will feature 'advanced and premium features unique to this model'. David Allison, head of product and planning at MG Motor UK, said: 'The MGS5 EV has all the credentials to impress, a generously equipped and spacious SUV but with the all-electric performance that MG customers enjoy so much. In terms of cabin ambience and technology this model will offer a new and greatly enhanced MG experience.' No information regarding the car's powertrains have been released, however it could use the same 51kWh, 64kWh and 77kWh battery packs as the MG4. Further details of the car regarding prices, specifications, powertrains and images of its exterior and interior will be released in the next few weeks.
