MG will launch a new electric hatchback in September, which will rival the VW ID 3.
The MG4 is based on the brand’s new MSP underpinnings, which will be the platform for a new range of electric MG models across various segments.
It can accommodate a range of battery sizes, from 51kWh to 64kWh, and will be capable of 218-281 miles between charges.
David Allison, head of product & planning at MG Motor UK, said: “The MG4 EV is a key part of the next phase of growth for MG. Our new MSP architecture will enable us to offer multiple options for the rapidly expanding UK electric car market, with all choices reinforcing our reputation for outstanding design, market-leading technology, and excellent value for money.”
The MSP platform allows integration with future technologies including battery swap systems, while the Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) will enable vehicles to receive Over-The-Air (OTA) updates throughout their lifecycle.
The unveiling of the MG4 follows the recent facelift of MG’s 5 Estate.
The brand was forced to halt sales of its electric vehicles (EV) as it aims to meet an “unprecedented level of demand” amid global semiconductor supply shortages. In March, MG told its franchised car retailers to stop taking orders for new petrol vehicles.
MG has enjoyed strong sales of its existing range of pure electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, with the brand growing by 83% in the first five months of 2022 in market which has contracted by 8.7% during the same period.
Further details on the new MG4 EV will be released soon, including announcements on UK pricing, full specifications and official first UK viewings.