MG PH expands lineup with G50 Plus, '3' introduction

MANILA: MG (Morris Garages) Philippines is giving the local market more vehicles to choose from with the addition of the G50 Plus and 3 nameplates to its local lineup.

The new nameplates, which expanded the roster of the SAIC Motor Philippines-led distributor to seven — would have at least three variants each.

MG G50 Plus specs

Rising to the Philippine market again — this time under MG — the G50 Plus was previously offered in the country under Maxus.

The multi-purpose vehicle measures 4,825 millimeters (mm) long; 1,825 mm wide; and 1,778 mm tall with a 2,800-mm wheelbase.

Its front fascia comes with an embellished chromed grille with horizontal vents, which carries the brand logo. Its upper portion is flanked with headlamps (either on halogen or LED, depending on the chosen trim).

At the side, the vehicle features chromed side window frame, roof rail, and power folding-and-adjusting side mirrors with turn signal lamps for the mid- and upper-tier options. Also, the vehicle sits on 16- or 17-inch wheels wrapped in 205/60 or 215/55 tires.

Inside, the MG G50 Plus welcomes occupants with seats covered with fabric or leatherette material that can be adjusted up to six ways (manually or electronically). In front of the flat-bottom steering wheel is the digital instrument cluster and at the center console is either the traditional lever or electronic parking brake system with auto hold function.

The mid- and top-top grades also come with a 12.3-inch touchscreen at the center of the dashboard that can be connected to a mobile phone via Bluetooth, Apple Carplay, or Android Auto. The system is mated to a four- or six-speaker set-up.

Powering the MG G50 Plus is a 1.5-turbocharged gasoline engine. The mill sends nearly 179 horsepower (hp) and 285 Newton-meters of torque to the front wheels through either a six-speed gearbox or seven-speed dual clutch wet-type transmission.

Stopping brakes are guaranteed by the front and rear disc brakes.

Its host of amenities include keyless entry, push-button start-stop system, and cruise control function.

Meanwhile, the MG G50 Plus has a slew of safety technologies such as the anti-lock braking system, vehicle stability control, and hill start assist as well as reverse camera, back sensor, and tire pressure monitoring system.

Available in Moon White, Meteorite Black, Blade Silver, Andes Gray, and Water Blue, below are the MG50 Plus’ three variants and their respective prices:

•  STD MT: P1,048,888
• Com DCT : P1,188,888
• Lux DCT: P1,288,888

MG 3 specs

On the other hand, the MG 3 hatchback is 4,055 mm long; 1,729 mm wide; and 152 mm tall with a 132-mm wheelbase and ground clearance ranging from 117-132 mm.

Its front somehow resembles the MG Cyberster, thanks to sharp headlamp housings that carry halogen or LED headlamps and LED daytime running lamps — bordering the black grille. It also has halogen fog lamps as standard.

Depending on the preferred trim, its wheels can either be 15-inch steelies or 16-inch alloys with 185/65 or 195/55 tires, respectively.

Similar to the MG G50 Plus, the MG 3’s steering wheel (plastic or leather) can only be tilted for adjustments and its parking brake, either electronic or lever-type.

Its sound system is either plain radio set-up or a 10.25-inch touchscreen — with the latter offering Android Auto, Apple Carplay, and Bluetooth connectivity. The speaker set-up differs from two-six pieces, depending on the trim.

Offered in various powertrain set-up. The MG 3 can be had in 1.5-liter naturally-aspirated gasoline in five-speed manual or continuous variable transmission or 1.5-liter hybrid in three-speed hybrid option.

On paper, the purely-internal-combustion-engine-powered mill can dish out up to 118 hp and 150 Nm while the hybrid powertrain can do 187 hp and 250 Nm. All selections are in front-wheel drive format.

Notable features of the MG 3 include remote keyless entry, rain-sensing wipers, tire-pressure monitoring system, as well as the rear parking sensor, engine immobilizer, pre-collision system, lane departure alert, lane, watch, and lane keep assist.

Offered in St. Moritz Blue, Morning Yellow, Extreme Speed Red, Blade Silver, Andes Gray, Pearl Black, and York White, the MG 3 is offered in four variations and here are their corresponding price tags:

• STD MT: P678,888
• Com CVT: P828,888
• Lux CVT: P898,888
• Hybrid CVT: P1,088,888

Photos from Jirehl Kent Flores, Ruben Manahan IV

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