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1 MG6 Magnette sports saloon PRESS PACK MG Motor UK Limited MG6 Magnette sports saloon first all-new MG in the UK for 16 years MG is a brand with a famous history and an exciting future and the launch of the eagerly awaited MG6 GT sports fastback, quickly followed by the MG6 Magnette sports saloon marks the beginning of a new era. The car was designed by a team led by Tony Williams-Kenny and the engineering and development team was led by David Lindley. Both the Design Centre and the Technical Centre are based at the MG Birmingham site where final assembly of the MG6 GT also takes place. A UK design and engineering staff of more than 300 professionals are based at the Birmingham operation. MG is owned by the SAIC Motor which is the largest automotive company in China and the 8 th largest in the world. China is the largest car market in the world with 20-million car sales in SAIC s automotive sales reached a new record of 4.1-million units in Total new car sales in the UK last year totalled 1.9-million. MG6 Magnette MG is in its DNA The MG brand has, down through its 88-year history, always signified a sporty brand, whether in saloon form or sports car. MG is characterised as being desirable yet affordable. It s about fun and great driving dynamics. These historic features remain as true of the MG6 Magnette sports saloon as any of its iconic predecessors.

2 The MG6 Magnette is a spacious five-seater with huge boot space and a high standard specification. While most cars neatly fit into specific sectors of the market, the MG6 straddles the C and D sectors so it has an even broader customer appeal. With front McPherson strut suspension and a multi-link rear set up, the MG6 handles like a much smaller sporty car which belies its size. Low running costs, with particularly low insurance group ratings (14E) mean that the MG6 Magnette is a practical fiveseater family car as well as delivering a rewarding, involving drive. Seven external colours are offered: Pitch Black, Regal Red, Union Blue, Granite Grey, Platinum Silver, Arctic White and Champagne Gold (which is exclusive to the Magnette). Graphite leather is used on the interior trim. All MG6 models have a Euro-NCAP 4-Star rating. The MG6 was awarded the What Car? 2012 Security Award for its outstanding security performance. At a glance Engine: 1.8-litre petrol turbocharged TCI-Tech (Turbocharged, intercooled technology), four cylinder delivering 160PS (158bph) Transmission: five-speed manual Brakes: Anti-lock brakes (ABS) with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) and Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) and Brake Disc Wiping. Suspension: McPherson strut front and multilink rear Slip Control System (SCS) traction control system Push to Go start system Parametric alarm and immobilizer system Diver and front passenger airbags Side airbags and side curtain airbags Tyre pressure monitoring system Three-point rear seat belts with pre-tensioners Rear ISOFIX child seat anchorage Side intrusion protection beams in front and rear doors

3 Hill hold control prevents the car rolling backwards on hill starts Alloy wheels Length: 4651mm Width: (including mirrors) 2008mm Height: (unladen) 1472mm Wheelbase: 2705mm Luggage capacity: 472-litres (rear seats up), 1268-litres (rear seats folded down) Front wheel track: 1558mm Rear wheel track: 1555mm Fuel capacity: 62-litres Minimum turning circle diameter, kerb-to-kerb: 11.4 Unladen kerb weight: 1485kg (S), 1490kg (SE), 1495kg (TSE). Gross vehicle train weight: 3490kg Towing limit unbraked: 750kg Towing limit braked: 1450kg Combined fuel consumption: 37.7mpg (7.5 litres/100k) Extra urban fuel consumption: 48.7mpg (5.8 litres/100k) Urban fuel consumption: 27.7mpg (10.2 litres/100k) CO2: 174g/km Bore Stroke: 80mm 89.3mm Capacity: 1796cc Compression ratio: 9.2:1 Maximum power: 160PS (158bhp) Engine speed to develop maximum power: rev/min 5500 Maximum torque: Nm 215 Engine speed to develop maximum torque: rev/min

4 Warranty: Three years. 60,000 miles plus six-year anti-corrosion warranty, regardless of mileage. There is a three year roadside assistance package as standard. Service intervals are 12 months or 15,000 miles. Top speed is restricted to 120 mph and 0-60 mph takes just 8.4 seconds. The Magnette runs on 18-inch alloys. The MG6 is within the VED band H. High specification levels as standard on Magnette The MG 6 Magnette has an extremely high specification levels as standard, with no options. It includes leather sports seats (driver and passenger are electrically adjustable and heated), automatic dual zone climate control, electric on-touch windows all round, ICE consisting of radio, RDS, CD player, MP3, USB, Bluetooth and aux-in capability plus a built-in Highline satellite navigation system (including Traffic Master) with a full colour display screen. Front and rear parking aids and a reversing camera are also standard as is cruise control, rain sensing wipers, tyre pressure monitoring, multifunction steering wheel controls and an automatic light control system. Body coloured mirrors and a rear spoiler are also standard along with an electric sunroof, power-folding mirrors. Recommended on-the-road price: 19,995 Sporty chassis and suspension The MG6 Magnette is an all-new car from the chassis up, designed and developed by a team of highly professional automotive designers and engineers based at MG Motor UK s MG Birmingham site.

5 Chassis engineers were given the task of developing the platform for a car that would be deliver a mix of suppleness and poise, especially tailored for the European market. The steel monocoque is hugely strong, but is designed to retain all the dynamic qualities that give the ride that special MG feel. So on motorways the car is a rock solid cruiser while on twisty roads the true sporting nature of the car comes to life offering superb ride and handling. A unique compact rear suspension unit contributes to the great road holding and handling, but also allowed the body style to incorporate a huge cargo-swallowing boot. Two seats of golf clubs can be easily slotted in with plenty of space to spare. Spacious cabin seats five adults Comfort and space singles the MG6 out. It is a full five-seater with lots of leg room for rear seat passengers, three-point seat belts and ISOFIX child seat anchorage points. Drivers and front seat passengers will appreciate the all round cabin space with a six-way adjustable sports seat for the driver and four-way adjustable version on the passenger side and on Magnette models the function is all electric. Generous leg and shoulder room help create a comfortable driving environment. With the rear folding seats down, the huge boot area of (472 litres) is extended (1,272 litres) to provide space for bulky items. Engine and transmission designed for MG6 The power train for the MG6 has been specifically designed and developed for the car. The 1.8-litre turbocharged, intercooled engine delivers power on demand with 0 to 60mph coming up in around 8.4 seconds and the engine delivers a broad torque spread across the rev band. Maximum torque is 215Nm at rpm.

6 Top speed is electronically limited to 120mph. This, along with the excellent crash protection offered by the car s design, has resulted in insurance experts giving the MG6 Magnette a particularly low insurance group rating of 14E. The double overhead cam engine is EU5 compliant. Progressive power steering There is a great feel for the road with the MG6 GT. This is one of the characteristics of a driver s car and the MG6 GT certainly delivers. Power steering is progressive without being intrusive. Anti-lock brakes (ABS) are linked with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) and an SCS slip control system to give great traction control. Ends Contacts details are below: Images are available on the MG Motor Media site: Website Press Area Login URL: User: press_user Password: Pr355U53r Follow us on facebook.com/mgmotor and twitter.com/mgmotor_ MG Motor UK MG Motor UK is based in Birmingham, England along with SAIC Motors European Technical Engineering Centre (SMTC) and they jointly employ 400 people in automotive styling, design, engineering, manufacturing and support services. MG6 GT and MG6 Magnette

7 The MG6 GT sports fastback and MG6 Magnette sports saloon were both designed and engineered in the UK at MG Birmingham where final assembly also takes place. SAIC Motor MG Motor UK is owned by SAIC Motor, the largest automotive company in China and the eighth largest in the world. In 2011 SAIC sold more than 4.01 million cars. Doug Wallace MG Motor UK +44 (0) or or media enquiries to:

Specifications. Equipment Level and Technical Data 5 DOOR CITY CAR 1.2 LITRE. 16v ENGINE ABS EBD. Active. safety. features.

Specifications. Equipment Level and Technical Data 5 DOOR CITY CAR 1.2 LITRE. 16v ENGINE ABS EBD. Active. safety. features. Specifications Equipment Level and Technical Data 5 DOOR CITY CAR 1.2 LITRE 16v ENGINE ABS EBD Active safety features 360k year mile warranty Equipment Level A Audio Integrated Clarion radio/cd player