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The Advertiser
4 days ago
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
MG to expand its small EV lineup in Australia with a second MG 4
MG Motor Australia has locked in the new MG 4 electric hatchback revealed in China earlier this year for local release, but it won't replace the existing MG 4. Instead, MG will position the more softly styled, front-wheel drive hatch beneath the existing rear- and all-wheel drive model in Australia. "The new-for-2026 front-wheel drive [model] will be a completely different vehicle, perfect for the city. Balancing driver usage needs and production cost considerations of rear-wheel drive, we saw the opportunity for an affordable FWD vehicle to complement the MG4 RWD and AWD," said MG Motor Australia CEO Peter Ciao. MG says the new front-drive MG 4 isn't expected to be available Down Under until the second quarter of 2026. It appears MG will apply the MG 4 name to all versions of the new hatch, though it has trademarked the MG 4 Urban nameplate Down Under. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG 4. Click here to get a great deal. Above: RWD/AWD MG 4, FWD MG 4 It'll be offered here with 43kWh and 54kWh batteries, while the existing MG 4 will be available here only with a larger 64kWh battery. That will see the base 51kWh battery pack, as well as the Long Range's 77kWh, dropped in our market. MG also promises the current rear/all-wheel drive hatch will bring "updated features", which will be accompanied by higher prices, so it's urging buyers to "snare their piece of history now, under $40k drive-away". The current MG 4 is available with a 51kWh battery offering 350km of WLTP range, a 64kWh battery offering between 400km and 450km of range, and a 77kWh battery offering 530km of range. The Excite 51 produces 125kW of power and 250Nm of torque, with the Excite 64 and Essence 64 receiving a bump in power to 150kW, and the Long Range 77 pumping out 180kW and 350Nm. The flagship XPower, the only dual-motor all-wheel drive variant, produces 320kW and 600Nm. The new MG 4, in contrast, is offered with a single 120kW/250Nm front-mounted electric motor. Its 42.8kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery offers 437km of range, while its 53.95kWh LFP battery offers 530km. However, both figures are based on the more lenient CLTC cycle used in China. MG has also confirmed it'll introduce a semi-solid-state battery for the new MG 4 in China later this year. The new MG 4 also features MacPherson strut front suspension but a torsion beam rear, unlike the existing MG 4 which has multi-link independent rear suspension. Inside, there are 30 storage spaces, including a 98-litre concealed dry/wet separation storage space under the boot floor. Other handy features include soft-light mirrors up front "designed for women's makeup and touchups", a ventilated 50W wireless phone charger, and a 1.8 square-metre 'king bed mode' when you drop the 60:40-split rear seats. A 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard, but a larger 15.6-inch unit brings MG x Oppo Smart Car Connectivity. Available equipment includes heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, 256-colour ambient lighting and a panoramic glass roof with power sunshade. Down back, there's 471L of boot space, expanding to 1362L with the rear seats folded. The MG 4 measures 4395mm long, 1842mm wide, 1551mm tall and rides a 2750mm wheelbase. That makes it 108mm longer, 6mm wider and up to 47mm taller than the current MG 4, on a 45mm longer wheelbase. It weighs between 1415kg and 1485kg, and rides on a different platform to the existing MG 4 and the related MG S5 EV small electric SUV, which are based on MG's Modular Scalable Platform. It's unclear how much the new front-wheel drive MG 4 will cost in Australia. The rival BYD Dolphin is priced from $29,990 before on-road costs, while the GWM Ora is currently being offered from $33,990 drive-away. MG has previously offered the existing MG 4 from as little as $30,990 drive-away. MORE: 2026 MG 4 detailed: Softer front-wheel drive hatch to get semi-solid-state battery MORE: Explore the MG 4 showroom Content originally sourced from: MG Motor Australia has locked in the new MG 4 electric hatchback revealed in China earlier this year for local release, but it won't replace the existing MG 4. Instead, MG will position the more softly styled, front-wheel drive hatch beneath the existing rear- and all-wheel drive model in Australia. "The new-for-2026 front-wheel drive [model] will be a completely different vehicle, perfect for the city. Balancing driver usage needs and production cost considerations of rear-wheel drive, we saw the opportunity for an affordable FWD vehicle to complement the MG4 RWD and AWD," said MG Motor Australia CEO Peter Ciao. MG says the new front-drive MG 4 isn't expected to be available Down Under until the second quarter of 2026. It appears MG will apply the MG 4 name to all versions of the new hatch, though it has trademarked the MG 4 Urban nameplate Down Under. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG 4. Click here to get a great deal. Above: RWD/AWD MG 4, FWD MG 4 It'll be offered here with 43kWh and 54kWh batteries, while the existing MG 4 will be available here only with a larger 64kWh battery. That will see the base 51kWh battery pack, as well as the Long Range's 77kWh, dropped in our market. MG also promises the current rear/all-wheel drive hatch will bring "updated features", which will be accompanied by higher prices, so it's urging buyers to "snare their piece of history now, under $40k drive-away". The current MG 4 is available with a 51kWh battery offering 350km of WLTP range, a 64kWh battery offering between 400km and 450km of range, and a 77kWh battery offering 530km of range. The Excite 51 produces 125kW of power and 250Nm of torque, with the Excite 64 and Essence 64 receiving a bump in power to 150kW, and the Long Range 77 pumping out 180kW and 350Nm. The flagship XPower, the only dual-motor all-wheel drive variant, produces 320kW and 600Nm. The new MG 4, in contrast, is offered with a single 120kW/250Nm front-mounted electric motor. Its 42.8kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery offers 437km of range, while its 53.95kWh LFP battery offers 530km. However, both figures are based on the more lenient CLTC cycle used in China. MG has also confirmed it'll introduce a semi-solid-state battery for the new MG 4 in China later this year. The new MG 4 also features MacPherson strut front suspension but a torsion beam rear, unlike the existing MG 4 which has multi-link independent rear suspension. Inside, there are 30 storage spaces, including a 98-litre concealed dry/wet separation storage space under the boot floor. Other handy features include soft-light mirrors up front "designed for women's makeup and touchups", a ventilated 50W wireless phone charger, and a 1.8 square-metre 'king bed mode' when you drop the 60:40-split rear seats. A 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard, but a larger 15.6-inch unit brings MG x Oppo Smart Car Connectivity. Available equipment includes heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, 256-colour ambient lighting and a panoramic glass roof with power sunshade. Down back, there's 471L of boot space, expanding to 1362L with the rear seats folded. The MG 4 measures 4395mm long, 1842mm wide, 1551mm tall and rides a 2750mm wheelbase. That makes it 108mm longer, 6mm wider and up to 47mm taller than the current MG 4, on a 45mm longer wheelbase. It weighs between 1415kg and 1485kg, and rides on a different platform to the existing MG 4 and the related MG S5 EV small electric SUV, which are based on MG's Modular Scalable Platform. It's unclear how much the new front-wheel drive MG 4 will cost in Australia. The rival BYD Dolphin is priced from $29,990 before on-road costs, while the GWM Ora is currently being offered from $33,990 drive-away. MG has previously offered the existing MG 4 from as little as $30,990 drive-away. MORE: 2026 MG 4 detailed: Softer front-wheel drive hatch to get semi-solid-state battery MORE: Explore the MG 4 showroom Content originally sourced from: MG Motor Australia has locked in the new MG 4 electric hatchback revealed in China earlier this year for local release, but it won't replace the existing MG 4. Instead, MG will position the more softly styled, front-wheel drive hatch beneath the existing rear- and all-wheel drive model in Australia. "The new-for-2026 front-wheel drive [model] will be a completely different vehicle, perfect for the city. Balancing driver usage needs and production cost considerations of rear-wheel drive, we saw the opportunity for an affordable FWD vehicle to complement the MG4 RWD and AWD," said MG Motor Australia CEO Peter Ciao. MG says the new front-drive MG 4 isn't expected to be available Down Under until the second quarter of 2026. It appears MG will apply the MG 4 name to all versions of the new hatch, though it has trademarked the MG 4 Urban nameplate Down Under. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG 4. Click here to get a great deal. Above: RWD/AWD MG 4, FWD MG 4 It'll be offered here with 43kWh and 54kWh batteries, while the existing MG 4 will be available here only with a larger 64kWh battery. That will see the base 51kWh battery pack, as well as the Long Range's 77kWh, dropped in our market. MG also promises the current rear/all-wheel drive hatch will bring "updated features", which will be accompanied by higher prices, so it's urging buyers to "snare their piece of history now, under $40k drive-away". The current MG 4 is available with a 51kWh battery offering 350km of WLTP range, a 64kWh battery offering between 400km and 450km of range, and a 77kWh battery offering 530km of range. The Excite 51 produces 125kW of power and 250Nm of torque, with the Excite 64 and Essence 64 receiving a bump in power to 150kW, and the Long Range 77 pumping out 180kW and 350Nm. The flagship XPower, the only dual-motor all-wheel drive variant, produces 320kW and 600Nm. The new MG 4, in contrast, is offered with a single 120kW/250Nm front-mounted electric motor. Its 42.8kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery offers 437km of range, while its 53.95kWh LFP battery offers 530km. However, both figures are based on the more lenient CLTC cycle used in China. MG has also confirmed it'll introduce a semi-solid-state battery for the new MG 4 in China later this year. The new MG 4 also features MacPherson strut front suspension but a torsion beam rear, unlike the existing MG 4 which has multi-link independent rear suspension. Inside, there are 30 storage spaces, including a 98-litre concealed dry/wet separation storage space under the boot floor. Other handy features include soft-light mirrors up front "designed for women's makeup and touchups", a ventilated 50W wireless phone charger, and a 1.8 square-metre 'king bed mode' when you drop the 60:40-split rear seats. A 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard, but a larger 15.6-inch unit brings MG x Oppo Smart Car Connectivity. Available equipment includes heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, 256-colour ambient lighting and a panoramic glass roof with power sunshade. Down back, there's 471L of boot space, expanding to 1362L with the rear seats folded. The MG 4 measures 4395mm long, 1842mm wide, 1551mm tall and rides a 2750mm wheelbase. That makes it 108mm longer, 6mm wider and up to 47mm taller than the current MG 4, on a 45mm longer wheelbase. It weighs between 1415kg and 1485kg, and rides on a different platform to the existing MG 4 and the related MG S5 EV small electric SUV, which are based on MG's Modular Scalable Platform. It's unclear how much the new front-wheel drive MG 4 will cost in Australia. The rival BYD Dolphin is priced from $29,990 before on-road costs, while the GWM Ora is currently being offered from $33,990 drive-away. MG has previously offered the existing MG 4 from as little as $30,990 drive-away. MORE: 2026 MG 4 detailed: Softer front-wheel drive hatch to get semi-solid-state battery MORE: Explore the MG 4 showroom Content originally sourced from: MG Motor Australia has locked in the new MG 4 electric hatchback revealed in China earlier this year for local release, but it won't replace the existing MG 4. Instead, MG will position the more softly styled, front-wheel drive hatch beneath the existing rear- and all-wheel drive model in Australia. "The new-for-2026 front-wheel drive [model] will be a completely different vehicle, perfect for the city. Balancing driver usage needs and production cost considerations of rear-wheel drive, we saw the opportunity for an affordable FWD vehicle to complement the MG4 RWD and AWD," said MG Motor Australia CEO Peter Ciao. MG says the new front-drive MG 4 isn't expected to be available Down Under until the second quarter of 2026. It appears MG will apply the MG 4 name to all versions of the new hatch, though it has trademarked the MG 4 Urban nameplate Down Under. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG 4. Click here to get a great deal. Above: RWD/AWD MG 4, FWD MG 4 It'll be offered here with 43kWh and 54kWh batteries, while the existing MG 4 will be available here only with a larger 64kWh battery. That will see the base 51kWh battery pack, as well as the Long Range's 77kWh, dropped in our market. MG also promises the current rear/all-wheel drive hatch will bring "updated features", which will be accompanied by higher prices, so it's urging buyers to "snare their piece of history now, under $40k drive-away". The current MG 4 is available with a 51kWh battery offering 350km of WLTP range, a 64kWh battery offering between 400km and 450km of range, and a 77kWh battery offering 530km of range. The Excite 51 produces 125kW of power and 250Nm of torque, with the Excite 64 and Essence 64 receiving a bump in power to 150kW, and the Long Range 77 pumping out 180kW and 350Nm. The flagship XPower, the only dual-motor all-wheel drive variant, produces 320kW and 600Nm. The new MG 4, in contrast, is offered with a single 120kW/250Nm front-mounted electric motor. Its 42.8kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery offers 437km of range, while its 53.95kWh LFP battery offers 530km. However, both figures are based on the more lenient CLTC cycle used in China. MG has also confirmed it'll introduce a semi-solid-state battery for the new MG 4 in China later this year. The new MG 4 also features MacPherson strut front suspension but a torsion beam rear, unlike the existing MG 4 which has multi-link independent rear suspension. Inside, there are 30 storage spaces, including a 98-litre concealed dry/wet separation storage space under the boot floor. Other handy features include soft-light mirrors up front "designed for women's makeup and touchups", a ventilated 50W wireless phone charger, and a 1.8 square-metre 'king bed mode' when you drop the 60:40-split rear seats. A 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard, but a larger 15.6-inch unit brings MG x Oppo Smart Car Connectivity. Available equipment includes heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, 256-colour ambient lighting and a panoramic glass roof with power sunshade. Down back, there's 471L of boot space, expanding to 1362L with the rear seats folded. The MG 4 measures 4395mm long, 1842mm wide, 1551mm tall and rides a 2750mm wheelbase. That makes it 108mm longer, 6mm wider and up to 47mm taller than the current MG 4, on a 45mm longer wheelbase. It weighs between 1415kg and 1485kg, and rides on a different platform to the existing MG 4 and the related MG S5 EV small electric SUV, which are based on MG's Modular Scalable Platform. It's unclear how much the new front-wheel drive MG 4 will cost in Australia. The rival BYD Dolphin is priced from $29,990 before on-road costs, while the GWM Ora is currently being offered from $33,990 drive-away. MG has previously offered the existing MG 4 from as little as $30,990 drive-away. MORE: 2026 MG 4 detailed: Softer front-wheel drive hatch to get semi-solid-state battery MORE: Explore the MG 4 showroom Content originally sourced from:
7NEWS
4 days ago
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
MG to expand its small EV lineup in Australia with a second MG 4
MG Motor Australia has locked in the new MG 4 electric hatchback revealed in China earlier this year for local release, but it won't replace the existing MG 4. Instead, MG will position the more softly styled, front-wheel drive hatch beneath the existing rear- and all-wheel drive model in Australia. 'The new-for-2026 front-wheel drive [model] will be a completely different vehicle, perfect for the city. Balancing driver usage needs and production cost considerations of rear-wheel drive, we saw the opportunity for an affordable FWD vehicle to complement the MG4 RWD and AWD,' said MG Motor Australia CEO Peter Ciao. MG says the new front-drive MG 4 isn't expected to be available Down Under until the second quarter of 2026. It appears MG will apply the MG 4 name to all versions of the new hatch, though it has trademarked the MG 4 Urban nameplate Down Under. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG 4. Click here to get a great deal. Above: RWD/AWD MG 4, FWD MG 4 It'll be offered here with 43kWh and 54kWh batteries, while the existing MG 4 will be available here only with a larger 64kWh battery. That will see the base 51kWh battery pack, as well as the Long Range's 77kWh, dropped in our market. MG also promises the current rear/all-wheel drive hatch will bring 'updated features', which will be accompanied by higher prices, so it's urging buyers to 'snare their piece of history now, under $40k drive-away'. The current MG 4 is available with a 51kWh battery offering 350km of WLTP range, a 64kWh battery offering between 400km and 450km of range, and a 77kWh battery offering 530km of range. The Excite 51 produces 125kW of power and 250Nm of torque, with the Excite 64 and Essence 64 receiving a bump in power to 150kW, and the Long Range 77 pumping out 180kW and 350Nm. The flagship XPower, the only dual-motor all-wheel drive variant, produces 320kW and 600Nm. The new MG 4, in contrast, is offered with a single 120kW/250Nm front-mounted electric motor. Its 42.8kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery offers 437km of range, while its 53.95kWh LFP battery offers 530km. However, both figures are based on the more lenient CLTC cycle used in China. MG has also confirmed it'll introduce a semi-solid-state battery for the new MG 4 in China later this year. The new MG 4 also features MacPherson strut front suspension but a torsion beam rear, unlike the existing MG 4 which has multi-link independent rear suspension. Inside, there are 30 storage spaces, including a 98-litre concealed dry/wet separation storage space under the boot floor. Other handy features include soft-light mirrors up front 'designed for women's makeup and touchups', a ventilated 50W wireless phone charger, and a 1.8 square-metre 'king bed mode' when you drop the 60:40-split rear seats. A 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard, but a larger 15.6-inch unit brings MG x Oppo Smart Car Connectivity. Available equipment includes heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, 256-colour ambient lighting and a panoramic glass roof with power sunshade. Down back, there's 471L of boot space, expanding to 1362L with the rear seats folded. The MG 4 measures 4395mm long, 1842mm wide, 1551mm tall and rides a 2750mm wheelbase. That makes it 108mm longer, 6mm wider and up to 47mm taller than the current MG 4, on a 45mm longer wheelbase. It weighs between 1415kg and 1485kg, and rides on a different platform to the existing MG 4 and the related MG S5 EV small electric SUV, which are based on MG's Modular Scalable Platform. It's unclear how much the new front-wheel drive MG 4 will cost in Australia. The rival BYD Dolphin is priced from $29,990 before on-road costs, while the GWM Ora is currently being offered from $33,990 drive-away. MG has previously offered the existing MG 4 from as little as $30,990 drive-away.
Perth Now
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
MG to expand its small EV lineup in Australia with a second MG 4
MG Motor Australia has locked in the new MG 4 electric hatchback revealed in China earlier this year for local release, but it won't replace the existing MG 4. Instead, MG will position the more softly styled, front-wheel drive hatch beneath the existing rear- and all-wheel drive model in Australia. 'The new-for-2026 front-wheel drive [model] will be a completely different vehicle, perfect for the city. Balancing driver usage needs and production cost considerations of rear-wheel drive, we saw the opportunity for an affordable FWD vehicle to complement the MG4 RWD and AWD,' said MG Motor Australia CEO Peter Ciao. MG says the new front-drive MG 4 isn't expected to be available Down Under until the second quarter of 2026. It appears MG will apply the MG 4 name to all versions of the new hatch, though it has trademarked the MG 4 Urban nameplate Down Under. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new MG 4. Click here to get a great deal. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Above: RWD/AWD MG 4, FWD MG 4 It'll be offered here with 43kWh and 54kWh batteries, while the existing MG 4 will be available here only with a larger 64kWh battery. That will see the base 51kWh battery pack, as well as the Long Range's 77kWh, dropped in our market. MG also promises the current rear/all-wheel drive hatch will bring 'updated features', which will be accompanied by higher prices, so it's urging buyers to 'snare their piece of history now, under $40k drive-away'. The current MG 4 is available with a 51kWh battery offering 350km of WLTP range, a 64kWh battery offering between 400km and 450km of range, and a 77kWh battery offering 530km of range. The Excite 51 produces 125kW of power and 250Nm of torque, with the Excite 64 and Essence 64 receiving a bump in power to 150kW, and the Long Range 77 pumping out 180kW and 350Nm. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert The flagship XPower, the only dual-motor all-wheel drive variant, produces 320kW and 600Nm. The new MG 4, in contrast, is offered with a single 120kW/250Nm front-mounted electric motor. Its 42.8kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery offers 437km of range, while its 53.95kWh LFP battery offers 530km. However, both figures are based on the more lenient CLTC cycle used in China. MG has also confirmed it'll introduce a semi-solid-state battery for the new MG 4 in China later this year. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert The new MG 4 also features MacPherson strut front suspension but a torsion beam rear, unlike the existing MG 4 which has multi-link independent rear suspension. Inside, there are 30 storage spaces, including a 98-litre concealed dry/wet separation storage space under the boot floor. Other handy features include soft-light mirrors up front 'designed for women's makeup and touchups', a ventilated 50W wireless phone charger, and a 1.8 square-metre 'king bed mode' when you drop the 60:40-split rear seats. A 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard, but a larger 15.6-inch unit brings MG x Oppo Smart Car Connectivity. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Available equipment includes heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, 256-colour ambient lighting and a panoramic glass roof with power sunshade. Down back, there's 471L of boot space, expanding to 1362L with the rear seats folded. The MG 4 measures 4395mm long, 1842mm wide, 1551mm tall and rides a 2750mm wheelbase. That makes it 108mm longer, 6mm wider and up to 47mm taller than the current MG 4, on a 45mm longer wheelbase. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert It weighs between 1415kg and 1485kg, and rides on a different platform to the existing MG 4 and the related MG S5 EV small electric SUV, which are based on MG's Modular Scalable Platform. It's unclear how much the new front-wheel drive MG 4 will cost in Australia. The rival BYD Dolphin is priced from $29,990 before on-road costs, while the GWM Ora is currently being offered from $33,990 drive-away. MG has previously offered the existing MG 4 from as little as $30,990 drive-away. MORE: 2026 MG 4 detailed: Softer front-wheel drive hatch to get semi-solid-state battery MORE: Explore the MG 4 showroom
The Advertiser
03-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Used car prices are 'ridiculous', says MG boss
Australians are paying 'ridiculous' prices for used cars, says MG Motor Australia CEO, Peter Ciao. And he has a plan to correct the market, while encouraging more new-car buyers, with a three-pronged powertrain strategy that's designed to challenge the status quo. "For me, the used car price in Australia is ridiculous. It's too high," Ciao told CarExpert in an exclusive interview. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "There are more than one million used car buyers each year, and lots of people will purchase a used car because they trust this brand and [will] pay 70 per cent of the price for a car that has already driven 50,000km, 80,000km or more, and maybe only has one year left on the warranty. Why would you do that? "At MG, we need to challenge this." The Chinese automaker has firmly established itself as a top-10 selling brand in Australia, on the strength of its budget-focused range of small passenger vehicles, family-friendly SUVs and, to a certain degree, the affordable MG 4 electric hatchback. But it is in the midst expanding its model portfolio with new fuel-efficient powertrains across its core product lineup, with models such as the MG 3 city hatch and the ZS small SUV now offered with the choice of conventional petrol engines or hybrid options. And, in the case of the HS mid-size SUV and the upcoming QS seven-seat SUV, also with 'Super Hybrid' plug-in alternatives. This, claims Mr Ciao, provides MG with the ability to challenge the used car market with entry-level models powered by internal combustion engines, while tackling the lower end of mainstream brands with hybrid vehicles, and also conventional hybrid rivals with the added benefit of plug-in technology at similar prices. "With a population of 27 million people, everyone's budget is different. And, at MG, we look after everyone, and we challenge the other OEMs [automakers]. "With MG, I will provide a new car with a 10-year warranty that is priced similarly to a used car. For MG 3, ZS, HS and QS with ICE powertrains, I will focus on why you shouldn't buy a used car. "For hybrid, I'll use this to benchmark against other OEMs offering entry-level models with stronger Hybrid+ value. "[And] with Super Hybrid, I will compete with the top hybrids. The benefit will be to provide more for the same price, as the MG Super Hybrid is much, much better than a normal hybrid. "This is my strategy: I will use ICE to target used car buyers, hybrid to target OEM petrol, and Super Hybrid to target other hybrids." Watch this space for our full Expert Insights interview with Mr Ciao this weekend. MORE: Everything MG Content originally sourced from: Australians are paying 'ridiculous' prices for used cars, says MG Motor Australia CEO, Peter Ciao. And he has a plan to correct the market, while encouraging more new-car buyers, with a three-pronged powertrain strategy that's designed to challenge the status quo. "For me, the used car price in Australia is ridiculous. It's too high," Ciao told CarExpert in an exclusive interview. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "There are more than one million used car buyers each year, and lots of people will purchase a used car because they trust this brand and [will] pay 70 per cent of the price for a car that has already driven 50,000km, 80,000km or more, and maybe only has one year left on the warranty. Why would you do that? "At MG, we need to challenge this." The Chinese automaker has firmly established itself as a top-10 selling brand in Australia, on the strength of its budget-focused range of small passenger vehicles, family-friendly SUVs and, to a certain degree, the affordable MG 4 electric hatchback. But it is in the midst expanding its model portfolio with new fuel-efficient powertrains across its core product lineup, with models such as the MG 3 city hatch and the ZS small SUV now offered with the choice of conventional petrol engines or hybrid options. And, in the case of the HS mid-size SUV and the upcoming QS seven-seat SUV, also with 'Super Hybrid' plug-in alternatives. This, claims Mr Ciao, provides MG with the ability to challenge the used car market with entry-level models powered by internal combustion engines, while tackling the lower end of mainstream brands with hybrid vehicles, and also conventional hybrid rivals with the added benefit of plug-in technology at similar prices. "With a population of 27 million people, everyone's budget is different. And, at MG, we look after everyone, and we challenge the other OEMs [automakers]. "With MG, I will provide a new car with a 10-year warranty that is priced similarly to a used car. For MG 3, ZS, HS and QS with ICE powertrains, I will focus on why you shouldn't buy a used car. "For hybrid, I'll use this to benchmark against other OEMs offering entry-level models with stronger Hybrid+ value. "[And] with Super Hybrid, I will compete with the top hybrids. The benefit will be to provide more for the same price, as the MG Super Hybrid is much, much better than a normal hybrid. "This is my strategy: I will use ICE to target used car buyers, hybrid to target OEM petrol, and Super Hybrid to target other hybrids." Watch this space for our full Expert Insights interview with Mr Ciao this weekend. MORE: Everything MG Content originally sourced from: Australians are paying 'ridiculous' prices for used cars, says MG Motor Australia CEO, Peter Ciao. And he has a plan to correct the market, while encouraging more new-car buyers, with a three-pronged powertrain strategy that's designed to challenge the status quo. "For me, the used car price in Australia is ridiculous. It's too high," Ciao told CarExpert in an exclusive interview. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "There are more than one million used car buyers each year, and lots of people will purchase a used car because they trust this brand and [will] pay 70 per cent of the price for a car that has already driven 50,000km, 80,000km or more, and maybe only has one year left on the warranty. Why would you do that? "At MG, we need to challenge this." The Chinese automaker has firmly established itself as a top-10 selling brand in Australia, on the strength of its budget-focused range of small passenger vehicles, family-friendly SUVs and, to a certain degree, the affordable MG 4 electric hatchback. But it is in the midst expanding its model portfolio with new fuel-efficient powertrains across its core product lineup, with models such as the MG 3 city hatch and the ZS small SUV now offered with the choice of conventional petrol engines or hybrid options. And, in the case of the HS mid-size SUV and the upcoming QS seven-seat SUV, also with 'Super Hybrid' plug-in alternatives. This, claims Mr Ciao, provides MG with the ability to challenge the used car market with entry-level models powered by internal combustion engines, while tackling the lower end of mainstream brands with hybrid vehicles, and also conventional hybrid rivals with the added benefit of plug-in technology at similar prices. "With a population of 27 million people, everyone's budget is different. And, at MG, we look after everyone, and we challenge the other OEMs [automakers]. "With MG, I will provide a new car with a 10-year warranty that is priced similarly to a used car. For MG 3, ZS, HS and QS with ICE powertrains, I will focus on why you shouldn't buy a used car. "For hybrid, I'll use this to benchmark against other OEMs offering entry-level models with stronger Hybrid+ value. "[And] with Super Hybrid, I will compete with the top hybrids. The benefit will be to provide more for the same price, as the MG Super Hybrid is much, much better than a normal hybrid. "This is my strategy: I will use ICE to target used car buyers, hybrid to target OEM petrol, and Super Hybrid to target other hybrids." Watch this space for our full Expert Insights interview with Mr Ciao this weekend. MORE: Everything MG Content originally sourced from: Australians are paying 'ridiculous' prices for used cars, says MG Motor Australia CEO, Peter Ciao. And he has a plan to correct the market, while encouraging more new-car buyers, with a three-pronged powertrain strategy that's designed to challenge the status quo. "For me, the used car price in Australia is ridiculous. It's too high," Ciao told CarExpert in an exclusive interview. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "There are more than one million used car buyers each year, and lots of people will purchase a used car because they trust this brand and [will] pay 70 per cent of the price for a car that has already driven 50,000km, 80,000km or more, and maybe only has one year left on the warranty. Why would you do that? "At MG, we need to challenge this." The Chinese automaker has firmly established itself as a top-10 selling brand in Australia, on the strength of its budget-focused range of small passenger vehicles, family-friendly SUVs and, to a certain degree, the affordable MG 4 electric hatchback. But it is in the midst expanding its model portfolio with new fuel-efficient powertrains across its core product lineup, with models such as the MG 3 city hatch and the ZS small SUV now offered with the choice of conventional petrol engines or hybrid options. And, in the case of the HS mid-size SUV and the upcoming QS seven-seat SUV, also with 'Super Hybrid' plug-in alternatives. This, claims Mr Ciao, provides MG with the ability to challenge the used car market with entry-level models powered by internal combustion engines, while tackling the lower end of mainstream brands with hybrid vehicles, and also conventional hybrid rivals with the added benefit of plug-in technology at similar prices. "With a population of 27 million people, everyone's budget is different. And, at MG, we look after everyone, and we challenge the other OEMs [automakers]. "With MG, I will provide a new car with a 10-year warranty that is priced similarly to a used car. For MG 3, ZS, HS and QS with ICE powertrains, I will focus on why you shouldn't buy a used car. "For hybrid, I'll use this to benchmark against other OEMs offering entry-level models with stronger Hybrid+ value. "[And] with Super Hybrid, I will compete with the top hybrids. The benefit will be to provide more for the same price, as the MG Super Hybrid is much, much better than a normal hybrid. "This is my strategy: I will use ICE to target used car buyers, hybrid to target OEM petrol, and Super Hybrid to target other hybrids." Watch this space for our full Expert Insights interview with Mr Ciao this weekend. MORE: Everything MG Content originally sourced from:
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03-07-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Used car prices are 'ridiculous', says MG boss
Australians are paying 'ridiculous' prices for used cars, says MG Motor Australia CEO, Peter Ciao. And he has a plan to correct the market, while encouraging more new-car buyers, with a three-pronged powertrain strategy that's designed to challenge the status quo. 'For me, the used car price in Australia is ridiculous. It's too high,' Ciao told CarExpert in an exclusive interview. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert 'There are more than one million used car buyers each year, and lots of people will purchase a used car because they trust this brand and [will] pay 70 per cent of the price for a car that has already driven 50,000km, 80,000km or more, and maybe only has one year left on the warranty. Why would you do that? 'At MG, we need to challenge this.' The Chinese automaker has firmly established itself as a top-10 selling brand in Australia, on the strength of its budget-focused range of small passenger vehicles, family-friendly SUVs and, to a certain degree, the affordable MG 4 electric hatchback. Supplied Credit: CarExpert But it is in the midst expanding its model portfolio with new fuel-efficient powertrains across its core product lineup, with models such as the MG 3 city hatch and the ZS small SUV now offered with the choice of conventional petrol engines or hybrid options. And, in the case of the HS mid-size SUV and the upcoming QS seven-seat SUV, also with 'Super Hybrid' plug-in alternatives. This, claims Mr Ciao, provides MG with the ability to challenge the used car market with entry-level models powered by internal combustion engines, while tackling the lower end of mainstream brands with hybrid vehicles, and also conventional hybrid rivals with the added benefit of plug-in technology at similar prices. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert 'My business strategy is to continue to provide a fantastic price for customers,' he said. 'With a population of 27 million people, everyone's budget is different. And, at MG, we look after everyone, and we challenge the other OEMs [automakers]. 'With MG, I will provide a new car with a 10-year warranty that is priced similarly to a used car. For MG 3, ZS, HS and QS with ICE powertrains, I will focus on why you shouldn't buy a used car. 'For hybrid, I'll use this to benchmark against other OEMs offering entry-level models with stronger Hybrid+ value. Supplied Credit: CarExpert '[And] with Super Hybrid, I will compete with the top hybrids. The benefit will be to provide more for the same price, as the MG Super Hybrid is much, much better than a normal hybrid. 'This is my strategy: I will use ICE to target used car buyers, hybrid to target OEM petrol, and Super Hybrid to target other hybrids.' Watch this space for our full Expert Insights interview with Mr Ciao this weekend. MORE: Everything MG
