Which country does SAIC MG belong to?
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SAIC MG is a Chinese brand, originally a British brand. Taking the 2021 SAIC MG 5 as an example, it belongs to the compact car category with the following body dimensions: Length 4675mm, width 1842mm, height 1473mm, wheelbase 2680mm, fuel tank capacity 45l, and curb weight 1205kg. The 2021 SAIC MG 5 features a MacPherson strut front suspension and a variable cross-section torsion beam rear suspension. It is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 120PS, maximum power of 88kW, maximum torque of 150Nm, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
I just looked it up online, MG was actually a British brand originally, with the full name Morris Garages. It started manufacturing cars in 1924, especially famous for classic sports cars like the MG B. However, the company later faced operational issues and was fully acquired by China's SAIC Motor in 2005. Now headquartered in Shanghai with main production facilities in Nanjing, strictly speaking, it's considered a Chinese brand today. Yet SAIC has retained some British design elements, like the newly launched MG4 electric car which is quite popular in Europe. I think the brand is quite smart, leveraging its history to drive innovation and boost global business. It's interesting to think about this transition from classic to modern electric vehicles while driving.
As a young person, I'm quite familiar with MG. It's now entirely SAIC's MG brand. Although it originated in the UK, it was fully taken over by SAIC after its bankruptcy in 2005. Now all its models are manufactured and designed in China, such as the popular MG5 gasoline car and ZS electric vehicle. At auto shows, I've noticed it adopts a budget-friendly strategy that appeals particularly to young people, as it retains a bit of British flair while incorporating Chinese manufacturing. SAIC is now using it to penetrate global markets, performing well in regions like Southeast Asia and Europe. The brand's evolution truly reflects the changing times. This fusion makes the cars more down-to-earth, offering great value for money when driven.
