MG +EV: Plug-in hybrid models get a new name for clarity's sake

Plug-in hybrids are no longer a thing at MG, with the Chinese carmaker renaming its PHEV models Plus EVs ‘to simplify the naming structure across its wider model line-up’.

In line with this decision, MG has renamed its HS Plug-In Hybrid the HS Plus EV (or +EV) with immediate effect. The MG ZS EV model name remains unchanged.

According to MG Australia CEO Peter Ciao, the name change will avoid confusion in Australia about electric vehicle technology.

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“The renaming of the HS Plug-In Hybrid to Plus EV makes it clear to the buyer that they are purchasing an electrified vehicle.

“The HS Plus EV gives you the best of both worlds, combining remarkable performance and technology with low-emission practicality, and offering MG customers more choice in their day-to-day lives.”

The rebadged HS Plus EV Essence is now available in Australia and New Zealand, with a new value-focused variant to be announced soon.

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