Improved MG6 launching in UK next month

MG is launching an improved MG6 with the release of a teaser image.

The new car, set to go on sale next month in the UK, comes as MG sales in the country continue to increase, boosted by the opening of a wave of new dealerships. Last year MG was the fastest growing automotive brand in Britain.

MG launched the original MG6 in 2011 but the 2015 NEW MG6 is said to offer major improvements in every area of the car, including comprehensive updates to the styling of the car.

The 1.9-litre DTi-TECH diesel engine has been developed to give lower CO₂ levels and improved mpg figures. Exact figures will be revealed at the car’s launch.

Interior upgrades and enhanced equipment levels are introduced on the New MG6 that is claimed have one of the best intelligent infotainment systems of any car in its class, with state-of-the-art navigation system.

Matthew Cheyne, MG’s Head of Marketing, said: “This is a totally different car to the original MG6 with a host of new technologies and major advances in every area.

“We will reveal the full story and prices when the car is unveiled shortly. But the New MG6 is a big leap forward from the original car which has been the result of thousands of hours of dedicated work from our designers and engineers.”

Cheyne said that the New MG6 would have broad appeal to both retail and business customers. He added: “The MG6 was always a comfortable, roomy car and offered rewarding driving.

“But the New MG6 takes the car to a different level again with a host of great improvements and advances, most of which have never been seen before on an MG.

“With the MG3 selling really well, the New MG6 will give MG another great boost. Last year was a really significant year for MG in terms of sales performance, but 2015 is already shaping up to be a cracking year for MG.”

Meanwhile, MG’s revival in Australia has been anything but a success. Relaunched locally in 2013, the Chinese-owned brand has sold fewer than 50 vehicles after 12 months of local trading. With just one dealership in the country, the brand says plans are afoot to add at least 10 more.