The new MG7 has been teased ahead of its complete August reveal.
MG has teased the MG7 – a new, posh, large sportback style sedan – on social media ahead of a full reveal on 17 August. This new internal-combustion powered model will sit above the MG5 and MG6 in the firm’s line-up, but we’re unlikely to see it on sale here in Australia, or indeed outside China.
Advancing the design language of the new MG4 all-electric hatchback, there’s more than a hint of Cupra Born to the sharp nose and lattice-like lower bumper, while the sweeping lines and teardrop tail are reminiscent of the Mustang Mach-E and Audi e-tron GT. Examine the back and you can feast your eyes on quad exhausts, a rear light bar and an active ducktail spoiler.
Given its eye-catching design, it is perhaps unsurprising that the MG7 will be used to promote the company’s new Black Label Series nameplate, which will be reserved for high-end models.
In terms of dimensions, MG7 is a little built longer than an Audi A5 – to accommodate the Chinese market’s love of rear legroom. Expect those slinky lines to free up plenty of interior space for four passengers and a practical boot, retaining a saloon boot lid.
MG has yet to reveal any pictures of the car’s interior, but it is likely to have an infotainment-heavy design with a large centre screen and another display behind the steering wheel.
While the MG7 has the streamlined lines of an EV, it’s petrol-powered. The 405 VTGI Trophy model is reported to get a 2.0-litre petrol engine producing 190kW and 405Nm of torque through a nine-speed ZF automatic transmission.
Below it, you’ll find the 300 VTGI with a 1.5-litre petrol engine producing 136kW and 300Nm of torque. It comes with a seven-speed dual-clutch auto. MG is also said to be plotting high-performance plug-in hybrid models.
Russell Campbell