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MG MG6 II 45T (228 Hp) Plug-in Hybrid E-DRIVE
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MG MG6:
The MG6 is a compact car which has been produced by SAIC under British MG marque since 2010. It is slotted slightly above the compact sedan MG GT, and the compact hatchback MG 5.
The first-generation MG6 was initially announced in April 2009 at the Shanghai Auto Show, as a five-door GT/fastback, and in October 2010 at Shanghai Expo, as a four-door notchback saloon model. It is derived from the Roewe 550, hence being distantly related to the Rover 75, sharing its front subframe.
The five-door fastback/hatchback, known as the MG6 GT, went on sale in the United Kingdom in May 2011, the saloon, known as the MG6 Magnette, went on sale on 16 July 2011. A diesel model joined the range at the end of 2012. The first Thai assembled car rolled off the assembly line on 4 June 2014, with a potential for 5,000 cars per annum....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
MG MG6 (II). With a weight of 1465 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A car with a sloping rear hatch that opens upwards, combining style and practicality. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The MG MG6 II generation was primarily sold in Asian markets and does not have an official Euro NCAP safety rating. It did achieve a 5-star rating in the C-NCAP (China NCAP) tests in 2018, indicating a strong safety performance in its primary market.
45T (228 Hp) Plug-in Hybrid E-DRIVE Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 45T Plug-in Hybrid offers a significant boost in system power to 228 Hp, promising strong acceleration and responsive performance. The E-DRIVE system provides seamless power delivery, ideal for both city and occasional spirited driving.
Fuel Economy
Boasting an impressive combined fuel consumption of 1.5 l/100 km, this PHEV variant is exceptionally efficient, especially for shorter commutes where electric-only range can be fully utilized. Real-world consumption will vary based on charging habits.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Modern and attractive liftback styling
- • Spacious interior and large boot capacity (499-1383 l)
- • Available efficient plug-in hybrid powertrain
- • Competitive pricing and strong value proposition
- • Decent performance from 1.5 TGI engine
Cons:
- • Limited availability in Western markets (primarily Asia)
- • No Euro NCAP safety rating (potential concern for European buyers)
- • Brand perception still building in some regions
- • Interior material quality might not match premium rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (facelift 2015): April, 2015 - November, 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | MG |
| Model: | MG6 |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 45T (228 Hp) Plug-in Hybrid E-DRIVE |
| Start of production: | April, 2018 |
| End of production: | April, 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Liftback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement: | 999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol / electricity |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 1.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | China V |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.4 kg/Hp, 155.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.4 kg/Nm, 424.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1465 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1065 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 281 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 30 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4695 mm mm [44mm more] |
| Width: | 1848 mm mm [21mm more] |
| Height: | 1458 mm mm [14mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2715 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/50 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | independent torsion suspension |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 9.1 kWh |
| System power: | 228 Hp |
| System torque: | 622 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 53 km |
| Average Energy consumption: | 11 kWh/100 km |
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