[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/first-european-release-based-saic-motors-new-msp\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/first-european-release-based-saic-motors-new-msp\/","headline":"MG\u2019s Latest EV Offering is its First European Release Based on SAIC Motor\u2019s New MSP","name":"MG\u2019s Latest EV Offering is its First European Release Based on SAIC Motor\u2019s New MSP","description":"MG recently unveiled a new all-electric hatchback named the \u2018MG4 Electric\u2019, a Europeancounterpart to the Chinese market\u2019s more playfully branded \u2018MG Mulan\u2019. This latest EVoffering will be the company\u2019s first European release based on SAIC Motor\u2019s new MSP(Modular Scalable Platform) architecture. MG boasts flexibility as a key feature of the new MSP, and it\u2019s clear to see why. Theplatform supports a wheelbase range of 2650mm to 3100mm, allowing for several bodystyles to be built upon the same platform (e.g., Hatchback, […]","datePublished":"2022-07-14","dateModified":"2022-07-12","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/feature-image-1-2.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/feature-image-1-2.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/first-european-release-based-saic-motors-new-msp\/","about":["BLOG","Cars","LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":441,"keywords":["electric car","MGV"],"articleBody":"MG recently unveiled a new all-electric hatchback named the \u2018MG4 Electric\u2019, a Europeancounterpart to the Chinese market\u2019s more playfully branded \u2018MG Mulan\u2019. This latest EVoffering will be the company\u2019s first European release based on SAIC Motor\u2019s new MSP(Modular Scalable Platform) architecture.MG boasts flexibility as a key feature of the new MSP, and it\u2019s clear to see why. Theplatform supports a wheelbase range of 2650mm to 3100mm, allowing for several bodystyles to be built upon the same platform (e.g., Hatchback, SUV, Vans). We can be almostcertain that this functionality won\u2019t go underused, so it will be interesting to see what otherprojects MG has in store for us.The electronic drive unit operates at a system voltage of 400V, which can be upgraded to800V for faster battery charging (more on the battery later). The prospect of being able tochange your vehicle\u2019s battery as your needs change is an exciting idea in the world ofelectric vehicles, however it will be interesting to see how this plays out in practiceregarding cost.The new platform is also kitted out with SAIC Motor\u2019s smart-driving solution PP-CEM (PixelPoint Cloud Comprehensive Environmental Mapping). They say this is used for autonomousdriving solutions. Little has been disclosed regarding the role this piece of technology willplay in the MG4, but I\u2019m sure we can expect to learn more as we get closer to the car\u2019srelease.The vehicle will initially be made available with 51kWh and 64kWh battery capacities, withthe former boasting a 350km range and the latter a 450km range. The MG4 does 0 to100km\/h in less than 8 seconds and has a top speed of 160km\/h.The MG4 is 4287mm long, 1836mm wide and comes in at a height of just 1504mm. Its lowheight can be attributed to a new flat battery system dubbed \u2018ONE PACK\u2019. The new systemcomprises horizontally arranged battery cells which allow for a minimum battery height of110mm and ultimately more interior space for passengers, something that can only be seenas a win.Speaking of space, the vehicle is said to comfortably fit 5 people and has a 50:50 weightdistribution. While this, in theory, points towards the MG4 being a family-friendly vehiclewith solid handling, we won\u2019t know how well MG\u2019s new EV offering drives until we can getour hands on it (as is often the case).MG has confirmed that they have more MG4 EV variants in the pipeline, so it will beinteresting to see the role the new modular MSP plays in the development of these variants.The MG4 Electric is scheduled for a European market launch in Q4 of this year."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"MG\u2019s Latest EV Offering is its First European Release Based on SAIC Motor\u2019s New MSP","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/first-european-release-based-saic-motors-new-msp\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]