MG3 Hybrid Starts To Be Sold In The UK Market For IDR 370 Million

JAKARTA - The latest generation MG3 was introduced at the end of February with the latest design and hybrid technology, making it the first model in this series to carry hybrid technology. This car is also referred to as an affordable and most efficient hybrid car that the brand has ever issued.

Reporting from Autocar, Tuesday, March 19, this hatchback has been marketed in England for 18,495 (equivalent to Rp370.2 million) and the booking process has been opened by Morris Garage (MG).

Designed by MG studios in Shanghai, China, the model is equipped with a variety of modern equipment, including rims, LED headlights, and the latest color palettes. With the longer and wider design of its predecessors, the car offers more spacious space to increase daily flexibility.

On the inside, the MG3 is equipped with a 7-inch digital instrument screen and a 10.25-inch central infotainment display. Satellite navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto are also available as standard.

MG iSmart, a connectivity system that provides different conveniences and experiences for customers, is also present in this car. Other features include a six- speaker audio system with a bluetooth connection of four USB ports, as well as a rear parking sensor.

Like other models, MG3 is equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and safety equipment through MG Pilots, including Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning System, Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning, and Traffic Jam Assist.

This car is powered by a 1.5 liter 75 kW engine combined with a Hybrid+ system of 100 kW electric motors, producing a combined 143 kW of power with acceleration from 0-100 km/h in 8 seconds.

This force is channeled to the front wheels through three acceleration automatic transmission. Manual transmission options will also be available in the near future.

With a 1.83 kWh battery, MG3 offers impressive fuel efficiency with consumption of 4.4 l/100 km. Driving modes from Hybrid+ include EV, Series, Series and Charge, Drive and Charge, and Parallel to support driving efficiency.

Available in three variants, MG3 offers seven color choices, including Pebble Black, Dover White, Cosmic Silver, Pastel Yellow, Diamond Red, Hampstead Gray, and Como Blue.