Dalam satu langkah yang sangat dinantikan, peminat MG dengan penuh semangat menanti pelancaran MG3 generasi ketiga di Pameran Motor Antarabangsa Geneva yang akan datang pada 26 Februari 2024. Pandangan awal yang telah dikongsi telah memulakan perbualan di kalangan penyokong jenama, mencipta kegembiraan menjelang penampilan rasmi bulan depan.
Reka bentuk MG3 mengambil petunjuk dari model-model lebih mewah MG, khususnya kereta sport MG Cyberster, yang terlihat pada lampu hadapan yang licin dan bersih serta kerja badan yang lancar. Bahagian hadapan MG3 menyatakan keganasan dengan hidung yang tajam dan bonet yang rumit. Pergantungan daripada tradisi, ketiadaan gril tradisional digantikan oleh bumper yang mempunyai penyerapan besar, dikelilingi oleh elemen-elemen aerodinamik yang meningkatkan daya tarikan sporty. Bahagian belakang menunjukkan lampu belakang mendatar dan reka bentuk bumper yang dinamik, menyempurnakan estetika kontemporari.
In a highly anticipated move, MG enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the unveiling of the third-generation MG3 at the upcoming Geneva International Motor Show on February 26, 2024. The glimpses already shared have ignited conversations among brand loyalists, creating a buzz of excitement leading up to the official reveal next month.
The design of the MG3 takes cues from MG’s more upscale models, notably the MG Cyberster sports car, evident in the sleek, swept-back headlights and streamlined bodywork. The front end of the MG3 exudes aggression with a sharp nose and intricate bonnet. A departure from tradition, the absence of a traditional grille is compensated by a bumper featuring a large intake, flanked by aerodynamic elements that enhance its sporty appeal. The rear showcases horizontal taillights and a dynamic bumper design, completing the contemporary aesthetic.
Inside, the MG3 is expected to undergo a modern revamp, potentially featuring a sizable 10.25-inch infotainment system reminiscent of the MG4.
Under the hood, the 2024 MG3 is poised to feature a hybrid powertrain, marrying a 1.5-litre petrol engine with a 2.1kWh lithium-ion battery and an electric motor, resulting in a robust total output of 174hp. This hybrid setup not only offers an eco-friendly alternative but also aligns with MG’s commitment to providing affordable vehicles.
For the entry-level models, a relatively milder 89kW 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine is expected to power the MG3, catering to a diverse range of consumers with varying performance preferences.
In an interesting move, the new MG3 is rumoured to introduce autonomous emergency braking, although it’s projected not to achieve a five-star ANCAP rating under the 2023-2025 protocol. This strategic decision aligns with MG’s overarching goal of offering some of the most competitively priced cars in their respective segments.
As MG enthusiasts count down the days to the Geneva International Motor Show, the forthcoming reveal of the third-generation MG3 promises a blend of sleek design, cutting-edge technology, and a hybrid powertrain, reinforcing MG’s position as a key player in the automotive industry.
On another note, the company is reportedly making a significant and speedy return to our market, according to rising speculations and spy photos showing certain EV vehicles testing in Malaysia!
MG, will be launching its new compact SUV soon, which the automaker says will mark an exciting new era of design for the company. The Chinese owned British automaker is looking to dip its toes into the hotly contested waters of the compact SUV segment with the MG XS.
The new vehicle will join the automaker’s MG3 and MG GS to offer UK customers a home grown alternative to the Japanese and Korean offerings. Sporting an angular look, the new design philosophy is based on what the automaker calls, ‘Emotional Dynamism’.
It has been said the new vehicle has been designed in a way that best expresses the company’s new design language that emphasizes the premium nature of the XS. Though not groundbreaking, the the curved lines and creases of the frontend do give the vehicle an interesting look.
The new face features an enlarged grill design that was inspired by the automaker’s older vehicles but modernized to have a more contemporary look. MG says that the larger grille is able to accommodate a bigger badge, which, for vanity purposes, helps show off the brand’s heritage that can be traced to the early days of the automobile.
Carl Gotham, Design Director of SAIC European Design Centre, said, “It’s a really exciting time for MG as it starts to roll out its new brand identity. Emotional Dynamism brings to the fore a premium feel to the new Compact-SUV with exceptional attention to detail throughout, such as the distinctive detailing on the ‘eye’ headlights and signature tail lights.”
“It has a level of detailing and range of impressive features you would not expect to find on a car of this size or price,” he later added.
MG is expected to divulge more details regarding the brand’s new design direction closer to the launch date of the new vehicle. The automaker has stated that it is confident that latest addition will be able to bolster its sales figures that are already up by nearly 83% year-on-year.
The British automaker can trace its roots back to 1924 and has produced some of the most stunning vehicles from the golden area of the automobile. Stay tuned and we will let you know more when further details are released regarding the MG’s design direction.
