Morris Garages is all set to expand its Indian product portfolio with the launch of MG Hector Plus 6/7-seater SUV and MG Gloster premium 7-seater SUV. Besides this, the British carmaker has planned a Kia Carnival rival for the Indian market. Called the MG G10, the MPV made its public appearance at the 2020 Auto Expo in February. Reports suggest that the new premium MPV from MG will hit our shores by March, 2021.
MG G10 MPV is essentially the rebadged version of the Maxus G10 that recently received a mid-life update in the Chinese market. The India-bound model is likely to be based on the 2021 Maxus G10 MPV.
One of the major changes come in the form of a new 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine that replaced the old 1.9L turbo unit. The new oil burner promises a maximum power of 163bhp and 375Nm of torque, thus making it more powerful and torqueier than its replacement. It comes with two gearbox options – a 6-speed manual and a new 8-speed automatic unit. Read – New MG SUV To Challenge Tata Nexon
The MPV is also available with the updated 2.0L turbo petrol powertrain that’s good for 224bhp and 350Nm. It can be had either with a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed automatic transmission.
The 2021 Maxus G10 (MG G10) has been offered with 8-seats layout along with the 7-seats and 9-seats configurations. The MPV also receives new seat fabric giving it a refreshing feel and appeal. No other significant changes have been made to the vehicle. Read – MG Gloster 7-Seater SUV India Launch Soon
Talking about the India-bound model, the MPV is likely to share some of its features and components with the Hector 5-seater SUV. Its list of features might include LED headlamps, alloy wheels, powered sliding doors, a smart sensing tailgate, entertainment goodies for rear seat occupants, a large HD touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone connectivity, leather upholstery, a powered sunroof and a moon roof, multi zone AC unit, multiple airbags and many more.
The India-bound MG G10 might borrow engine setup from the Hector or get the brand’s new 2.0L twin-turbo diesel motor. Dimensionally, it will be bigger than its closes rival – Kia Carnival. The new MPV from MG measures 5,168mm in length, 1,980mm in width and 1,928mm in height. This makes it 53mm longer and 173mm taller. Though, it will be marginally narrow (5mm) than the Carnival. Its wheelbase is 150mm longer than Kia’s Carnival.
