MG5 CGI images - sheduled for Guangzhou

Computer Generated Images of the MG5 released

Sina Auto News Roewe 350 are listed, sold on word of mouth and got some good results. At the same time, SAIC also accelerating the pace of development of the follow-up model to Roewe 350, code-named AP11, platform, currently planned are the four products AP11 (sedan), AP12 (Hatchback), AP13 (SUV), AP14 (Tourer). According to SAIC's program, AP12 will be placed under the MG brand, launched new sport models MG5, which is to be launched after the new MG3, MG6 SAIC for the MG brand after a war has increased the will.




SAIC Roewe 350 sister model - MG5 exclusive first exposure

Currently, Sina car got exclusive MG5 renderings. Presumably, MG5 as a Roewe 350 model with the platform, A Column B columns, will remain as it was, the biggest feature is the front end and tail shape. The front face of the design followed the MG3 and MG6 new design style, with a sign of familial. Air intake grille opening smaller to an article as chrome trim, silver inlay the MG standard black car. Black light exercise before the full, from the side has been connected to the front air gate. Middle of the front bumper is inverted U-shaped grid. MG5 MG6 tail and used a similar design, natural transition, increased luggage volume, but compared with MG6 fast back design for a number to be low-key simplicity.


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LED right angle trapezoidal rear lights into two parts, of course, for a sport utility vehicle, the high level brake light and rear wiper is essential. Side did not change much with the 350, the side lines connected to the side turn signals, front and rear handles and taillights. The interior, MG5 also put on a black sports interior, providing a better seat encapsulated. Number of sites with a large wheel and brakes, is double the performance and styling needs.

As from the same platform, then the suspension will MG5 Roewe 350 similar. Independent suspension with McPherson front suspension, torsion beam rear suspension with semi-independent suspension, this configuration is the choice for cost control, as semi-independent torsion beam suspension by a balance bar to keep the vehicle balance , lack of stability, but the simple structure. However, it is evident that there will be some differences in the calibration, MG5 suspension, especially after a number of suspension will be more tough. Powertrain on, MG5 one will inherit the current configuration of 350, 1.5L engine with five-speed manual and match the four-speed automatic transmission, the maximum output power of 80kW, the maximum output torque 130N.m.

In addition, SAIC will also come up with AP11 in MG5 platform trump card, 1.5VCT engine match the 7-speed DCT dual-clutch transmission, this engine from the Nanjing-based NSE small-displacement engine project, as early as last year had the ignition successful, and the testing stage, but as testing progressed, has yet to launch, the maximum output power can reach around 100kw or so. The 7-speed DCT gearbox is before the earlier co-developed with Borg Warner, and 1.5VCT matching engine can ensure smoother power output. SAIC's cooperation with its intention as early as 2007 had been created, and building the corresponding gear and other accessories supplier.

MG5 because it is the same platform, so the production is still with the Roewe 350 will be placed on the same base in Nanjing, Nanjing early base also provides capacity for 200,000 reserve. MG5 still provide similar interactive system in 350 of 3G, and will add more electronic devices. Currently, according to the timetable, MG5 the early stages of research and development work has entered the finishing end of this year that will be launched early next year testing, the first concept car in the form will be unveiled at this year's Guangzhou Auto Show. Expected to be the second half of next year, the price will be based on the Roewe 350 raised by 2,000, with the new MG3, MG6 form a level with the situation.



Roewe 350 and MG6 outstanding sales performance, all indicate the success of MG5 is close.

Side did not change much with the 350, the side lines connected to the side turn signals, front and rear handles and taillights.

At the end of 2008, NAC and SAIC were fully integrated, the two have been associated with MG and Rover brands (SAIC changed to Roewe after taking over), married into the China they came together again after breaking up. However, there are sections of the model under two brands, such as MG6 and Roewe 550. Although the two models belong to a platform, but the marketing of both is obviously not the same, while sales of Roewe 550 is many higher than the MG6. Roewe 350 listing, sales have risen steadily, is now gradually approaching the Roewe 550 in monthly sales. The Roewe 350 with the platform MG5, how will the fate in the future be reveiled?

Leaving aside these questions, today we only talk about MG5 this model itself. We all know that SAIC Roewe 350 is re-built a new platform, the platform in the future a total of four models, namely, sedan, Hatchback, SUV and wagon(tourer) version, codenamed ordered to turn from the AP11 AP14. Which, AP12 Hatchback what we have today to discuss MG5.


Since the MG5 and Roewe 350 belong to the same platform, there should be a great commonality between the two. However, because of the different positioning models, they will certainly differences between the two.

The car platform, MG5 and Roewe 350 the same.

Roewe 350 has 1.5L VVT engine, MG5 has two options of 1.5 Turbo and 1.5 VVT engines but in MG5 more weight on the 1.5T.

Roewe 350 has either a five-speed manual transmission or four-speed automatic transmission. The MG5 has the same options with the 1.5 VVT engine but the 1.5 Turbo has either a 6 speed manual or 6 speed automatic.

To equip the current Roewe 1.5L VVT engine displacement single largest power 80Kw/6000Rpm, the maximum output torque 135Nm/4500Rpm, dynamic performance of the general, used to highlight the movement MG5 on style and not much more attractive. The 1.5T engine is said to achieve a maximum power of 100Kw, torque over 200Nm, this power is suitable for assembly in MG5 who, in keeping with its sports car positioning. In accordance with the SAIC's development plan, MG5 of volume production next year in time for the next period of time, 1.5T engine and six-speed manual transmission and tiptronic transmission development work has basically ended. MG5 is expected to be the first to match the new power configuration. Also worth noting is that in this configuration from before the rumors do not see the 7-speed DCT dual-clutch gearbox.

Introduction to power, let us look at the difference between the two exterior side. First, the configuration of the tire on, MG5 Roewe 350 with the same type tires are 205/55 R16, 205/50 R17, but MG5 tires will be optional, large-size tire is clearly more sense to increase the movement of vehicles. Secondly, the lighting design, MG5 external mirrors with turn signal, light beam is used in projection lamps, headlamps with delay function. As MG5 with spoilers, so it is integrated LED brake light high in the rear spoiler board. In addition, MG5 also highlight the decorative exhaust tail pipe, after the wiper so. Obviously, the exterior design, MG5 more sporty. Another point worth mentioning, MG5 the safety performance of design specifications higher, requires a 5-star pedestrian protection and collision E-ncap standard.

Interior design, MG5 the pedals are used metal material, door material and more material with a soft texture, which will effectively enhance the interior of the grade. The MG5 on the passenger seat airbag off switch and warning light, vehicle speed alarm system, alarm system and so the co-pilot seat belts did not become standard. Roewe 350 is equipped with 3G, but not the standard. On the MG5 there may be a matching. However, the interactive system, this one from the radio, we can see, we get the configuration is not the final version, so the future MG5 configuration and today we are perhaps also some differences in exposure.

Summary: From the above analysis we can see the contrast, MG5 and Roewe 350 although both belong to the same platform, but the relationship between MG6 and Roewe 550 with the same: MG sports car flagship brand, Roewe's model stresses the home-based, MG's target consumer group to be younger. Unfortunately, MG5 although rumored for so long, but up to now has not seen its true face. MG5 is expected late next year in the formal market, what kind of pre-configured power systems are still unknown.