Engineering:MG7

MG 7
Overview
Manufacturer	MG Motor
Production	2007–2013 2022–present
Body and chassis
Class	Large family car (D)
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive

The MG7 is a mid-size sedan that was built by MG Motor between 2007 and 2013, derived from its British predecessors, Rover 75 and MG ZT to suit Chinese manufacturing and sales. The name was resurrected in 2022 with the launch of the second generation MG7.

First generation (2007)

First generation
Overview
Manufacturer	MG Motor (SAIC Motor, previously Nanjing Automobile)
Production	2007–2013
Assembly	China: Pukou, Nanjing
Body and chassis
Body style	4-door saloon
Related	MG ZT Rover 75 Roewe 750
Powertrain
Engine	1.8 L N-series I4 turbo 2.5 L NV6 V6
Transmission	5 speed manual/automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	108.2 in (2,749 mm)
Length	187.0 in (4,749 mm)
Width	69.3 in (1,761 mm)
Height	55.9 in (1,421 mm)
|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight	3,307–3,627 lb (1,500–1,645 kg)
Chronology
Successor	MG 6

Production of the first-generation MG7 started in March 2007. The MG7 received praise from British car magazine Auto Express, who test drove it in May 2008, although it has not officially been sold in the United Kingdom.

The MG7 came in two variants, the first which resembles the Mark I MG ZT, with twin front lights, and the second which resembles the Mark II Rover 75 V8. A long wheelbase version, called the MG7L, features the deeper radiator grille of the Rover 75 V8.

The MG7 came in two trim levels: 'Classic' which features a slatted grille, and 'Sport' with a mesh grille. The look of the 7 has changed very little from the ZT and 75; the only noticeable difference is freshly designed LED rear light clusters, and new alloy wheels. Also the car features new audio and heating systems, as well as a new sunroof system.

There were two engine options, the 1.8T and the 2.5 V6, both revised Rover K-Series engines called the N-Series, with stronger head gaskets, both meeting strict Euro IV emissions regulations. Changes to the electrical system have been made to improve the engine's ignition system and also to support the wider range of equipment, which includes front headrest mounted DVD players for rear passengers, and a reversing camera.

One of the greatest improvements is the replacement of some features, which were snatched away under Rover's Project Drive. These include bonnet insulation, driver's side grab handles and the noise, vibration, harshness package which reduces road, engine and wind noise in the cabin dramatically. All models now receive ITS head air bags.

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  2008 MG7 front view

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  2008 MG7 rear view

Second generation (2022)

Second generation
Overview
Manufacturer	MG Motor (SAIC Motor)
Production	August 2022–present
Model years	2023–present
Assembly	China: Pukou, Nanjing
Body and chassis
Body style	4-door fastback saloon
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.5 L 15E4E (300 VTGI) turbo I4 2.0 L 20L4E (405 VTGI) turbo I4
Power output	185 bhp (138 kW; 188 PS) (15E4E) 257 bhp (192 kW; 261 PS) (20L4E)
Transmission	7-speed Sportronic DCT 9-speed ZF 9HP automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	109.4 in (2,778 mm)
Length	192.3 in (4,884 mm)
Width	74.4 in (1,889 mm)
Height	57.0 in (1,447 mm)
|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight	1,570–1,650 kg (3,460–3,640 lb)

MG7 II rear

The second generation MG 7 was unveiled in August 2022 with a teaser campaign during July.

The MG 7 is a fastback sports saloon and is expected to only be sold in China and make use of the new Black Label designation.

Two models are part of the launch: a 405 VTGI Trophy model with 2.0-litre petrol engine producing 257 bhp (192 kW; 261 PS) and 405 N⋅m (299 lb⋅ft; 41 kg⋅m) of torque and equipped with a nine-speed ZF gearbox. The cheaper version is the 300 VTGI with a 1.5-litre petrol engine producing 185 bhp (138 kW; 188 PS) and 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft; 31 kg⋅m) of torque and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.

The MG 7 is available in five exterior colours known as: Cold Emerald, Porcelain White, Ink Black, Frosty Gray, and Camellia Red. Interior colour choices are known as: Xuanqing Black, Malachite Green, and Dinamica Suede. Pricing ranges from 119,800 yuan to 169,800 yuan.