2021 MG Extender Pickup Truck

MG Extender Pickup Truck

The MG Motor a brand under the SAIC Motor umbrella, has a pickup truck that could stir some emotion for consumers looking for a car that departs from the refinement of a crossover and conquers roads less traveled. The Extender is Morris Garages entry into the midsize pickup segment.

The MG Extender made waves because of its 2.0L diesel engine with two turbos. The motor produces 214 hp and 480 Nm of torque. More powerful than the Ford Ranger Raptor, but with slightly less torque. Still, crossing the 200hp-mark is a feat that only a few other models, like the Chevrolet Colorado and Ford Ranger, have achieved in the midsize pickup truck segment. Lower variants of the Extender have the same displacement engine but with one turbo fewer that results in a power figure of 161 hp and 375 Nm of torque. There are two transmissions to choose from which include a 6-speed manual and automatic. For drivetrains, 4x2 and 4x4 options are available.

The SAIC Motor to supply two brands with what is essentially the same vehicle with two different corporations. Perhaps could be receptive to the MG Extender since the brand seems to be doing well with the popularity of its ZS crossover and the octagonal badge is now recognizable on the road.