MG’s Big SUV Seen in India — Hybrid and EV Options Expected

MG Motor India has started testing a brand-new SUV in India. It is the first all-new locally manufactured model that comes from the company after the launch of MG Windsor in September 2024.

The Codenamed ‘MG 520’, upcoming SUV will sit above the MG Hector in the lineup. This will be offered with both plug-in hybrid (PHEV), and pure electric (EV) powertrains.

The official name for India is not confirmed yet. It is being referred to as the MG Starlight 560.

The pure electric version uses the front-mounted electric motor, which produces 134 hp and 200 Nm of torque. This is powered by the 56.7 kWh LFP battery pack, which delivers the claimed range of up to 500 km (CLTC). The top speed is rated at 160 km/h.

The upcoming SUV is likely to come loaded with premium features. This could get the full-LED headlamps and taillamps, 18-inch alloy wheels, as well as a panoramic sunroof.

The petrol engine produces 105 hp and 130 Nm of torque. The electric motor generates 194 hp and 230 Nm of torque. A 20.5 kWh LFP battery pack powers the system as well as offers the EV-only range of up to 125 km (CLTC).