MG released new photos and equipment information of its UK market MG3 supermini. Available in three trim levels, 10 colors and a range of at least 10 graphic packs, MG says the personalisation options for the MG3 are “almost endless”, but we’d take that with a few grains of salt.
According to a company statement, roof, side and bonnet graphics will allow owners to individualize their MG3, while interior trims, wheels, vents, surrounds and mats will all be available in a series of different designs, colours and finishes.
Depending on the model choice, exterior highlights include 16-inch Diamond cut alloy wheels, LED ‘hockey stick’ daytime running lights, sport-design bumper, side sill extensions, rear spoiler, sports-design rear valance, chrome exhaust finishers and MG insert headlamps.
On the inside, key equipment features include an air conditioning system, six-speaker audio, Bluetooth with audio streaming, DAB radio, USB/Aux input, automatic lights, automatic wipers, rear parking sensors, ‘ZERO’ design fabric seats and part-leather trim.
The 4-meter-long car will be powered by a 105PS (104 hp) VTi-TECH petrol engine mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. The MG3 will become the second new generation MG to be built at the Birmingham factory in the UK, following the introduction of the MG6. Production will start “in a few months”, with the first demo cars to arrive in dealerships by September.
China’s SAIC Motor, which owns MG, also announced the opening of its European Design Centre at the MG Birmingham site, following an investment of £5 million (€5.9 million). The center’s employees are working on a range of future MG models, including the new MG3.
By Dan Mihalascu
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