A new contender has entered the UAE’s coupe-SUV arena: the MG Whale. This feature-rich offering from MG stands out for its competitive price tag, making it an attractive option for budget-conscious car buyers seeking an SUV with a stylish twist. Let’s dive into the top things to know about the 2024 MG Whale.
Coupe SUV
Coupe SUVs are a little uncommon and considering the price, the MG Whale is extremely appealing for buyers looking for a unique SUV.
Variants
MG offers the Whale in two variants: Comfort and Luxury. Differences between both trims are limited to a few cosmetic and feature changes.
Price
Since neither variant has many differences, MG has priced the Whale at AED 88,000 for both trims.
Design Inspired By the Blue Whale
The MG Whale’s large hexagonal grille with vertical bars is reminiscent of the baleen plates of a blue whale. The grille is flanked by LED headlights that are shaped like whale eyes, and there are also whale-inspired daytime running lights that are called “Baleen DRLs.”
Wheels
Depending on the trim, the coupe SUV offers two different 19-inch alloy wheel designs. The Comfort trim comes with a sportier alloy wheel design out of the two.
Spacious Cabin
Although the MG Whale is a coupe SUV, its 2,765mm wheelbase allows for a roomier cabin. The SUV starts to slope aggressively after the rear seat section, which makes for good headroom and can seat 5 passengers in comfort.
Nappa Leather Seats
Nappa leather seats, with wave-like stitching, mirror the gentle rhythm of the sea. The Luxury trim gets the optional white & blue dual-tone interior colour.
Dual 12.3-inch Displays
Placed on the dashboard of the MG Whale are dual 12.3-inch displays. These are for the instrument cluster and the infotainment. The Whale features onboard navigation, Android Auto, Apple Car Play, and connected features.
Factory Tinted Windows
To beat the heat in the UAE, the SUV features a factory tint to keep the cabin cool for longer periods.
360-degree Camera
The MG Whale comes equipped with a 360-degree camera for enhanced safety, and improved visibility for the driver, especially while parking in tight spaces.
6 Airbags
There are ample crash-protective passive safety systems on the MG Whale. This is led by 6 airbags to keep the occupants safe.
Turbo Petrol Engine
The coupe SUV uses a 2.0-litre inline-4 turbo-petrol engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The power is sent to the front wheels as standard.
Performance Figures
| Max Power | 228hp |
| Peak Torque | 370Nm |
| 0 to 100km/h | Under 7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210km/h |
Warranty
MG is offering an incredible 6-year or 200,000 KM vehicle warranty with the Whale in the UAE.
Rivals
The MG Whale competes with the Geely Tugella, Exeed RX and Hyundai Kona; among others in the UAE. Find used MG cars for sale in the UAE and new MG cars for sale in the UAE.
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