MG Tesla Model Y Rival to Debut on July 10 at Goodwood – But There’s a Catch
MG is set to unveil its MG Tesla Model Y rival on July 10 at the Goodwood Festival. Here’s everything we know about the IM6-based electric SUV heading to the UK. The electric vehicle (EV) market is heating up, and MG is all set to charge in with a bold new move. Touted as a Tesla Model Y rival, this EV is expected to shake things up in the mid-size premium electric SUV segment.
A Global Model with a New Badge
While MG has remained tight-lipped, releasing only a single teaser image, the silhouette strongly hints that this upcoming EV is based on the IM Motors LS6 — a premium electric SUV already on sale in Australia and Thailand under the name IM6. In a twist, the car will be sold in the UK with an MG badge, despite being originally developed by IM Motors, a high-end electric car brand under MG’s parent company, SAIC Motor.
First UK Launch for IM Motors Technology
This marks IM Motors’ UK debut, albeit through the MG brand, and brings cutting-edge EV technology to European roads. The IM6 will likely arrive in three variants:
- Premium
- Platinum
- Performance
Each version offers a unique blend of range, speed, and innovation, aimed at giving Tesla and others a serious run for their money.
IM6 Power, Battery & Performance: What to Expect
🔋 Premium & Platinum Versions
- Battery: 75 kWh (entry-level), 100 kWh (higher trims)
- Motor: 291 bhp (rear-wheel drive)
- Range: Up to 555 km on the larger battery
- 0–100 km/h: 6.8 seconds
- Charging: Up to 396 kW on 800V platform (15 mins from 30% to 80%)
⚡ Performance Version
- Dual-motor setup
- Total Power: A staggering 767 hp
- Acceleration: 0–100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds
- Charging: 800V architecture enables ultra-fast charging — faster even than a Porsche Taycan
Why This MG EV Is a Game Changer
What makes this upcoming MG SUV special is not just the badge or the specs — it’s the strategic blend of premium EV features with MG’s accessible branding and pricing. Competing directly with the Tesla Model Y, Skoda Enyaq, and even the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, MG is clearly aiming high.
With fast charging that beats some of the most expensive EVs on the market and performance stats that impress even hardcore enthusiasts, MG’s new EV has the potential to redefine what value-for-money means in the electric SUV segment.
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The Catch?
Despite all the excitement, MG has yet to reveal full design details, interior features, and official UK pricing. For now, buyers will have to wait until July 10 for the full unveiling at Goodwood Festival of Speed.
But one thing is clear — MG’s next big EV is not just another SUV. It’s a statement that the brand is ready to take on the best in the electric world — from Tesla to Porsche — and do it with style, speed, and substance.
