The appearance of MG 550 in 2011 was a complete surprise. In our country, almost no one knew about this company. This is a brand of a purely English car, but made by the Chinese — MG belongs to a powerful SAIC Motor concern.
Design MG 550
The names of image authors are hidden by the Chinese. And it’s a pity, I would like to praise them for a cool design. Although in front of too intricate. Looking at the radiator false meter, it may seem that you are in front of you. The trunk is not very roomy — 452 liters, but its shape does not cause complaints. And if you fold the rear seats, then the volume automatically increases by 2 times. Road clearance — no good — 108 mm. You just won’t travel along our roads — you have to put metal, and not plastic, as done on MG 550, protection.
Inner appearance Mg 550
The interior immediately feels the European style. All details are perfectly selected, the gaps are almost not noticeable. Materials and decoration are made of Chinese materials, the quality of which is comparable to Korean. The cabin is very ergonomically, the seats made of good skin, the style «under the tree» looks very harmonious. The rear sofa is very convenient and comfortable. Driving sitting is no worse than passenger, everything is at hand, good visibility, adjustment of lumbar support. In the maximum configuration, you will also receive electric drives to regulate the seats. To start the engine, a chip key is used. The dashboard is made in a futuristic design, although it is very convenient and informative. Not far from the panel is the LCD screen, in the basic configuration — monochrome, in the top — color. There is one drawback — Chinese light music, ripples and interferes with the trip, especially at night.
Filling MG 550
Model MG 550 is made on the basis of Rover 45. There is nothing outstanding in it, an ordinary workhorse. Brakes in both top and basic versions — disc and ventilated. The base has ABS and EBD. The maximum richer is the brake wear indicator, ESP, tracshn control and an electric braking system. «Mechanics» stands only on the basic version of the model. Top equipment includes Tiptronic automation, Aisin, made in Japan, with two Snow and Sport modes. The motor is the same-1, 8 liters, but in the top version more powerful-160 liters. With. to 133 l. With. In the basic. In general, the sedan is equipped well, and riding it gives pleasure. The Chinese did not bother with pendants — simple, multi -link, like on the BMW 3 and Rover 75.
MG 550 is not the worst car, but not the best. A strong middle peasant. Of course, comparing MG with Passat does not make sense, the Chinese will definitely lose. But in the near future you can count on the fact that the sedan will overtake many competitors, both from Europe and from Japan.