German automakers have to be careful. With brands like BYD, Hyundai, Kia, Nio and Aiways, there is increasing competition from Asia. Chinese manufacturers in particular are really getting involved with e-cars. One of them has now announced a Stromer that is to develop into an ID competitor and be specially tailored to Europe.
MG wants to bring China e-car to Europe: This is the MG 4
There are many car manufacturers in China, and by no means all of them are big or well-known here. In this case, the situation is completely different: SAIC is the largest Chinese automotive group and works closely with VW, among others. The former British cult brand MG belongs to SAIC and now has its first glimpse of a in China new electric car that has it all:
The compact electric vehicle called MG Mulan is visually convincing. However, the Chinese name is not expected for the international market. As the electric successor to the MG 3 compact car, it should in Europe as MG 4 on the road be.
It shouldn’t be long until the time comes: The performance is likely to be in Great Britain in 2022. The introduction for continental Europe is to follow (source: Auto Motor Sport).
The MG 4 will be built on SAIC’s Nebula platform. That would mean rear-wheel drive and a battery pack built into the underbody. The manufacturer is still holding back with further details. Only from one Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in under 4 seconds is already mentioned. That would go well with the sporty exterior.
No matter which manufacturer, these reasons speak for buying an electric car:
Chinese carmaker is targeting VW
With its compact dimensions – an expected length of around 4.30 m – the MG 4 is a direct competitor for the ID.3, but above all for the Cupra Born. MG could cost the VW group a few electric customers. Especially since it is to be expected that the Chinese want to score points with a low price. It is quite possible that VW and Ford will not be late with their plans for an electric car under 25,000 euros before 2025.