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]]> MGU9 – MG has joined the growing list of brands that have released a Ute into the Australian market. The MGU9 was recently launched at Glenworth Valley, just north of Sydney.

MGU9 exterior off road 1 It sits in that mid-sized Ute segment. Larger than the usual HiLux or Ranger, but smaller than the American pickup Trucks. Other Utes in this sub segment include the sister Ute LDV Terron9, Cannon Alpha PHEV, and the upcoming FOTON V9.

The launch included some reasonable 4wd tracks, shallow water crossings, a towing loop, and some forest trail driving. Strangely there was no on road section.

My overall impression of the MGU9 is that I actually liked it a lot.

It has big, bold styling, although Im not fussed on the grill design. Its spacious and comfortable inside. I could set the drivers seat for me and sit behind myself with my knees lightly brushing the front seat. That’s a bonus.

MGU9 engine

Its well laid out with some quirky features like the aeroplane style transmission lever. The other bonus is that the top spec model comes with both front and rear diff locks.

It comes with a 2.5 L turbo diesel engine that provides some 160kW of power and 530 Nm of torque. That’s a handy amount and it allows a towing ability of 3500kg.

The big news is the pricing. From $52,990 through to $60,990 drive away the MGU9 is stunning value.

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MGU9 interior technology and central screen

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What is good?
  • Engine performance
  • Interior space and layout
  • Value for money

What is not so good?
  • More a lifestyle Ute rather than  heavy duty
  • Misplaced tub tie down points.
  • Feels a little plasticky

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Instead of the MGU9– buyers could look at:

This is a popular segment: Buyers could look at: LDV Terron9, KGM Musso XLV, GWM Cannon Alpha, FOTON V9.

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