MG Motor Australia has announced full pricing and specifications for the four-door MG U9 dual-cab pickup, which will be sold in three trim levels:

• Explore – AUD $52,990 (approx. THB 1,110,000)

• Explore X – AUD $55,990 (approx. THB 1,173,000)

• Explore Pro – AUD $60,990 (approx. THB 1,278,000)

The U9 is powered by a 2.5-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine producing 160 kW (218 PS) and 520 Nm of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. A selectable 4WD system is standard, including low-range transfer case, dedicated off-road driving modes, and a rear differential lock, while the flagship Explore Pro adds a front differential lock.

Fuel consumption is rated at 12.6 km/litre, with CO2 emissions of 208 g/km. The truck features an 80-litre fuel tank, kerb weight of 2,450–2,550 kg, payload capacity of 770–870 kg, braked towing capacity of 3,500 kg, gross vehicle mass (GVM) of 3,320 kg, and a gross combined mass (GCM) of 6,500 kg.

Dimensions (MG U9 Dual-Cab):

• Length: 5,500 mm

• Width: 2,265 mm

• Height: 1,874 mm

• Wheelbase: 3,300 mm

• Tray length: 1,600 mm

• Tray width: 1,230 mm

• Tray depth: 535 mm

The MG U9 launched in Australia with a five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on testing of the Maxus eTerron 9.

• Adult occupant protection: 91%

• Child occupant protection: 89%

• Vulnerable road user protection (pedestrian/cyclist): 84%

• Safety assist systems: 85%

Safety features include:

• Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)

• Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)

• Driver fatigue monitoring

• Intelligent Cruise Assist

• Lane Keep Assist (LKA)

• Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

• Rear collision warning

• Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

• Front and rear parking sensors

• Rear-view camera

• Seven airbags

Explore X adds:

• 360° camera system

Explore Pro adds:

• High-definition 360° camera system

Standard equipment by variant:

MG U9 Explore (base model):

• 18-inch alloy wheels

• Automatic wipers

• LED headlights

• Heated side mirrors

• Spray-in bed liner

• Keyless entry + push-button start

• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster

• 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen

• Wireless Apple CarPlay / Android Auto

• DAB+ radio

• Dual-zone automatic climate control

• Microfiber/leather steering wheel

• 6-way power driver’s seat

• Synthetic leather upholstery

• 6-speaker audio system

Explore X adds:

• 19-inch alloy wheels

• LED tray lighting

• Cargo rails with tie-down hooks

• Power-folding side mirrors

• Heated steering wheel

• 6-way power passenger seat

• Heated front seats

• Auto-dimming rear-view mirror

• Amazon Music

• OTA updates

• Voice command system

• Satellite navigation

• Wireless phone charger

Explore Pro adds:

• 20-inch alloy wheels

• Black window trims

• Black roof rails

• Power tailgate

• 64-colour ambient lighting

• Suede headliner

• Panoramic sunroof

• 8-way power driver’s seat with lumbar, ventilation, and massage

• Genuine leather upholstery

• Heated outer rear seats

• Trailer reverse assist

• JBL 8-speaker audio system

• Power sliding partition (optional, +AUD $5,500 / approx. THB 115,000)

Source: CarExpert