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Bangkok – 27 October 2020 - SAIC Motor-CP Co., Ltd. and MG Sales (Thailand) Co., Ltd., as a manufacturer and distributor of MG cars in Thailand, reinvigorates MG’s status as an SUV/alternative-fuel-car leader with the launch of NEW MG HS PHEV. Celebrating the Drive Every Value of Life in “REFINEMENT” concept, the new model exudes superiority through luxury, comfort, safety, and Plug-in Hybrid technology that enables engine – electric motor synergy. NEW MG HS PHEV hits the market with its peak output at 284 hp and 16.6 kWh Lithium-ion battery module. In EV Mode, this vehicle can run for as far as 67 km without any recharging need. NEW MG HS PHEV is going to be available at every authorized dealer of MG in Thailand from 28 October onward.

Mr. Zhang Haibo, President of SAIC Motor-CP Co., Ltd. and MG Sales (Thailand) Co., Ltd., says, “When MG stepped into the Thai market seven years ago, we faced many challenges. Today, our brand has become increasingly popular after working real hard for the goal of ensuring that every MG car model truly answers to customers’ needs and generating value for customers through world-class automobile technologies and outstanding signature of dynamic exterior, fashionable appearance design, optimum power system, excellent handling performance, comprehensive protection system—integrating both active and passive safety features—plus internet connection. Over these years, our distributor network has also expanded and strengthened. By now, MG is a truly strong and well-established brand in Thailand. More and more consumers fall in love with MG and its cars. Our constant launches of new products and technologies for the Thai automotive industry, after all, are solidly rooted in our core brand elements including Science and Technology, Fashion and Value for Money. Our services, meanwhile, have been constantly upgraded to turn a new page for the Thai automotive market on a regular basis. In early October, the 100,000^th car came out of our plant. That car is the NEW MG HS PHEV being launched today with our fourth powertrain. The first three are the traditional gasoline engine, diesel engine, and pure electric vehicle—which was unveiled last year. Today, we would like to offer another alternative to Thai consumers”.

“I believe that everyone has expectations of and has confidence in MG Thailand’s development. To us, today marks a new beginning as we will work really hard again in pursuit of new innovations. We will keep launching high-tech vehicles and better services in line with global trends to fulfill the needs of Thai car users with great experiences that should ensure we can achieve another 100,000-car sales target in years to come,” he says.

Mr. Pongsak Lertruedeewattanavong, Vice President of MG Sales (Thailand) Co., Ltd., says, “Boasting outstanding design, innovations and technologies that offer comfort, safety, and value for money, MG cars have won a warm welcome from Thai consumers. It takes MG a relatively short time to establish our brand as an SUV leader in the market. Today, we proudly present NEW MG HS PHEV and its “REFINEMENT” concept. As an upgrade of MG HS, this new model is superior in terms of excellent performance, advanced technologies like Plug-in Hybrid, beautiful design, and a solid advanced protection system. NEW MG HS PHEV therefore is perfect for users who need unrivalled luxury and advanced technologies”.

NEW MG HS PHEV runs on a Plug-in Hybrid platform combining a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine with a high-performance electric motor in Hairpin Design, a 16.6 kWh lithium-ion battery module, and an EDU II – 10 Speeds automatic transmission system to deliver a peak output at 284 hp and a peak torque at 480 Nm. Its users may drive on electricity for up to 67 km after a single full charge. Better still, it is equipped with comprehensive Advanced Synchronized Protection System that features 25 safety features. For added elegance, its interior is two-tone Monaco Blue. The surface of all materials offer              Soft Touch and the front passenger seat is designed as a Sport Bucket Seat. Thanks to soundproof films and pads, everyone inside NEW MG HS PHEV will enjoy a quitter cabin. This model’s panoramic sunroof is in the size of 1.1 square meter, giving extra pleasure on the road. Driving is more comfortable and convenient, because this new car model integrates 12-inch Full Virtual Dashboard and a 10-inch center touch screen. BOSE 8.1 Sound System is its choice of superiority, just as i-SMART operating system is compatible with Thai-language voice command.

“NEW MG HS PHEV” is available in three colors: Arctic White that comes with 2-Tone Monaco Blue interior; Scarlet Red and Black Knight. The last two colors come with black interior décor.

The official launch of “NEW MG HS PHEV” will take place at the Fast Auto Show Thailand 2020, which runs from 28 October to 1 November 2020 at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (Bangna) and all 138 MG showrooms in Thailand. Distribution starts from October 28 onward and delivery will commence in November.