By proceeding, I acknowledge that I have read and agreed to the Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions, consent declaration, and the sharing of my information with lending partners, dealers, OEMs, and for marketing communication via Phone Calls, SMS & WhatsApp. MG to launch Starlight 560 by Oct-Nov 2026 Both Plug-in hybrid and EV versions will be launched To directly rival Mahindra XUV 7XO JSW MG Motor India is set to enter the plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) segment, which currently accounts for a small fraction of the Indian market. Codenamed 520, the new MG SUV is expected to be based on the Xingguang 560 SUV, which is sold in China. Likely to be called the MG Starlight 560, the SUV will come with 7-seats configurations and measure longer than the Mahindra XUV 7XO. MG’s first plug-in hybrid SUV is scheduled to arrive during the festive season this year, possibly by October. Prices of the Starlight 560 SUV are expected to start around Rs 18 for the base variant, and go up to Rs 30 lakh for the fully-loaded top variant. Leaked patented images and spy shots suggest that the MG Starling 560 will have an upright and boxy stance, complemented by an aggressive-looking front fascia. It will feature a large blacked-out grille, LED headlamps with LED DRL strips running above and under them, a sporty bumper and a pronounced skid plate. Other design highlights include side cladding, 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, roof rails, LED taillamps, and a roof-mounted spoiler. Dimensionally, the China-spec model measures 4,745mm in length, 1,850mm in width and 1,755mm in height with a wheelbase of 2,810mm. This makes it nearly 50mm longer than the Mahindra XUV 7XO, along with a longer wheelbase. Inside, the new MG plug-in hybrid SUV will have a minimalist dashboard layout with an integrated