MG going EV-only by 2027, MG 3 alternative coming – report

MG plans to overtake its complete mannequin vary over the following two years, with a alternative for the hot-selling MG 3 hatchback within the works.

Auto Express stories the model additionally plans to go electric-only by 2027, with out noting if that is particular to the UK market.

Man Pigounakis, MG’s business director within the UK, outlined the model’s plans for the British outlet, whereas additionally confirming the brand new MG 4 EV’s design language shall be rolled out throughout the model.

The revamp of MG’s current line-up is along with new merchandise just like the MG 4 EV and the manufacturing model of the Cyberster.

“MG 3 will proceed for one more 12-18 months, earlier than it’s changed. However we received’t name it MG 3,” mentioned Mr Pigounakis.

It’s unclear what this mannequin shall be referred to as, although it could do with out electrification which may assist maintain it comparatively inexpensive.

The present MG 3 is the best-selling mild automotive in Australia by some margin due to its eager pricing, although it was first launched all the way in which again in 2011.

The model’s new Volkswagen Golf-sized MG 4 EV hatch, due right here within the first half of 2023, will see its vary expanded with a brand new dual-motor efficiency flagship.

“We’re bringing out a high-performance model of MG 4 in about six months,” mentioned Mr Pigounakis.

“It offers us the choice of erring on the aspect of consolation with the usual automotive due to the very high-performance, twin-motor by-product.”

Mentioned mannequin may use the resurrected X-Energy title, at the moment used on a limited-edition model of the plug-in hybrid MG 6 in China.

“I’d prefer to see the model transitioning extra in the direction of a sporty picture,” added Mr Pigounakis.

“Now we have very wise vehicles at present. That’s about to alter into wise and enjoyable vehicles.”

The model’s best-seller in Australia, the ZS, will reportedly obtain a considerable overhaul earlier than the tip of 2024 with styling impressed by the brand new MG 4.

It may reportedly transfer to the brand new electrical hatchback’s devoted electrical MSP structure, which might open the door to a nameplate-first all-wheel drive possibility.

The present ZS was launched in 2017.

The mid-sized HS may even reportedly obtain a facelift in 2024 with a glance harking back to the up to date MG 5 electrical wagon not offered right here, plus new infotainment.

A lot because the ZS spawned the improved ZST, MG already affords a refreshed model of the HS in China referred to as the Pilot.

Revealed in 2020, it incorporates a restyled entrance finish with an analogous look to the MG 5 sedan due here next year; the identical facelift has additionally appeared within the Thai market. However the replace Mr Pigounakis refers to would seem like a second, totally different facelift.

Sitting above the HS in markets like Europe is the MG Marvel R, a mid-sized electrical SUV with an obtainable tri-motor powertrain.

It’s set to get replaced with a brand new mannequin that includes a brand new title in 2-3 years, and it may reportedly be obtainable in right-hand drive.

The flagship of the MG vary would be the manufacturing model of the Cyberster, which may put on the MGC EV title per a latest trademark utility.

It’ll launch early in 2024, in time for the centenary of the MG model title.

Although MG has been owned by Chinese language SAIC Motor for over a decade, the corporate says there’s nonetheless UK involvement in its merchandise.

The corporate maintains a design centre in London and an engineering base in Longbridge.

MG has loved a meteoric rise within the Australian gross sales charts following its 2017 relaunch, however gross sales have not too long ago stabilised.

The present MG 3, HS, and ZS household – the latter comprising the unique ZS, up to date ZST, and electrical ZS EV – will quickly be joined by new merchandise.

The Toyota Corolla-rivalling MG 5 sedan is due right here within the first quarter of 2023, with the aforementioned MG 4 EV hatchback due right here within the first half.

Earlier than then, an up to date ZS EV will lob later this year.