Since MG Rover broke there for 2005, the fortunes of British firms have been mixed. On one hand it is Rover which, much to his regret, has joined the list of deceased firms. Now, only its history and denomination remain, which Tata Motors guard very carefully. For her part, MG has achieved, hand in hand SAIC Motors, back to life. However, despite the insistence, it seems that Europe continues to resist him.
One of the markets where MG has managed to carve out a niche is the Asian. Achieving it has not been very complex, since every brand that comes from the West sells well there. For this reason, SAIC Motors has opted to provide it with models with which to make its investment profitable. In this way is born the MG Extend, The first pick up that the English firm develops in its history. Although as it happens with these cases, this model has a trick…
The MG Extender, for now, will not reach the European market
El Exterior design what does he look like MG Extend he is elegant and well proportioned for a pick up. The imposing front end features generously sized headlamps that incorporate LED daytime running lights. The front grill It is similar to the one included in its range brothers, although in this case, larger. Finally, the fog lights are located in the corners of the discreet bumper.
The vista lateral It is simple, without great frills. As a good pick up, it is available with simple bodywork or double. Lastly, reviewing the back, we find soft lines, although with personality. Finally, the optical groups are located in a vertical position, to favor easy access to the cargo tub. The philosophy that they have used to design is exterior, it is the same that they have followed for the interior.
In it, the modernity of its lines and equipment possibilities. Stands out, on the center console, the 10-inch touch screen to govern the infotainment system. Connectivity is at a high level, as it has Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. They will also not miss hands-free access and start, the bi-zone climate control or cruise control. In security, to be a pick up, it stands out for including involuntary lane change alert, traffic sign reader or pre-collision alert.
His alma mater is the Maxus T60, another pick up from SAIC Motors
Everything that surrounds the MG Extend It's great, but there's a catch. SAIC-Motor not a penny has been spent on its development, because for this it has been based on the Maxus T60, or LDV T60. This pick up is one of the best sellers in AsiaBut Thailand MG has a better reputation than this. For this reason, taking advantage of the situation, they have limited themselves to changing the logos, some exterior appliqués and certain interior elements and have launched it on the market.
For this reason, the mechanics that animate the MG Extend it is the same as the one used by the Maxus T60. It uses a turbocharged diesel block with 2.0 liters cylinder capacity develops a power of 160 CV and a maximum torque of 375 Nm. For their management, they rely on a manual or automatic transmission with 6 relationships. Depending on the transmission, the power of the engine will reach the ground through the previous axle or both. However, if you expect it on this side of the world, we already tell you no; MG for now, will not dare so much.
Source – MG
