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MG Reveals U9 Electric Ute for Australia

The company says the dual‑motor, 102.2kWh LFP pickup was designed and tested for Australian conditions and that Australia will be the first market to receive it.

Overview

  • MG publicly detailed the U9 EV’s local specification package, confirming an all‑wheel‑drive layout with two motors producing about 325 kW (436 hp) and 700 Nm of torque.
  • The U9 uses a 102.2 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery that MG says delivers a WLTP range of about 430 km and accepts DC charging up to 115 kW for a 20–80% charge in roughly 42 minutes.
  • MG states the U9 matches traditional ute work metrics with a braked towing capacity of 3,500 kg, a 685 kg payload and 236 litres of front storage where an engine would sit.
  • The vehicle is fitted with comfort and utility features such as four‑wheel electronic air suspension, Vehicle‑to‑Load ports, a 360‑degree camera system, heated/ventilated and massaging front seats, and a 12.3‑inch infotainment display with JBL audio.
  • The U9 is a rebadged Maxus eTerron 9 and will arrive in Australia in AWD form only, with MG confirming the country as the first global market but not announcing local pricing or a launch date.