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The MG Marvel R electric is a luxurious crossover that is 4.67 meters long. Competitors include the Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ionic 5 and Kia EV6.The exterior design features LED headlights that serve as both daytime running lights and turn signals. The front bumper has a distinctive, robust design. Retractable door handles improve aerodynamics.
Inside, the car has a 19.4-inch touchscreen that controls nearly all functions, including the climate control. Some may find it impractical to have to navigate through the screen to adjust the temperature or airflow. However, two buttons exist for the front and back window defogger. Seats are comfortable with good quality material, and adjustments are electric, ventilated, and heated. There is a double set of laminated glass on the front which helps with noise insulation. The trunk volume is just 357 liters, and there is not a double bottom to store the car’s charging cables.
There are two mechanical versions: a rear-wheel drive with 179 horsepower and an all-wheel drive with 288 horsepower. The 288-horsepower version tested does 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and has a top speed of 200 km/h. The 70 kWh battery has a range of 370km.
The car has a soft suspension geared toward comfort, with assisted steering and comfortable seats. In Sport and Sport Plus driving modes, the car gets noticeably more responsive when pressing the accelerator. The suspension remains soft when cornering, and inertial forces are noticeable.
The vehicle gets 20.8 kWh per 100km. With average driving, the battery has a true range of 320-330km. The onboard charger is 11kW, and can charge at up to 92kW.
This MG can be well-equipped and comfortable. The starting price is about 43,190 euros, which could get as low as 32,980 euros when the third plan with moves and discounts are applied. The AWD starts at 51,200 euros, or 40,980 with plans. The MG includes a 7-year, 150,000-kilometer warranty.
