# MG Motor electric vehicle market expansions

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mg-motor-electric-vehicle-market-expansions
> Updated: 2026-09-17T13:12:09.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

MG Motor has expanded its electric vehicle presence through new product launches and alternative ownership models in different global markets.

In Australia, the company debuted the MGU9, a fully electric ‘lifestyle ute’ designed for both practical and recreational use. The vehicle features dual electric motors, a 102.2 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, and a 3,500 kg towing capacity.

In India, MG introduced a ‘Battery-as-a-Service’ (BaaS) model for its premium electric vehicles, including the MG Cyberster roadster and the MG M9 luxury MPV. This program allows customers to lower upfront purchase prices by decoupling the battery cost from the vehicle, instead paying a fixed rental fee of ₹8 per kilometer.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-17: MG Motor introduces battery rental service for Cyberster and M9 EVs

MG Motor has launched a Battery-as-a-Service model in India for the MG Cyberster and MG M9, reducing upfront EV purchase prices by up to ₹10 lakh through a per-kilometer battery rental scheme.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mg-motor-introduces-battery-rental-service-for-cyberster-and-m9-evs

### 2026-09-15: MG debuts MGU9 electric pickup in Australia

MG has unveiled the MGU9 electric pickup in Australia, the first market for the model. It features a 430km range, 3,500kg towing capacity, and dual-motor all-wheel drive.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mg-debuts-mgu9-electric-pickup-in-australia

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