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’s first plug-in hybrid SUV launching this Diwali. It could be MG’s rebadged version of the Wuling Starlight 560 SUV. JSW MG Motor India has confirmed its entry into the plug-in hybrid segment by October, 2026. Codenamed 520, the upcoming PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) is expected to be positioned against the Mahindra XUV 7XO and Mahindra XEV 9S. Ahead of its Diwali launch, the carmaker has patented the design of the Wuling Starlight 560 SUV, which is likely to be introduced in India with a new identity under the MG brand. Globally, the Starlight 560 is available with both plug-in hybrid and electric powertrain options. The PHEV version features a 1.5L petrol engine paired with a 20.5kWh battery pack, delivering a combined power output of 197bhp and 230Nm of torque. The EV model comes equipped with a 56.7kWh battery pack paired with a front-mounted electric motor that’s good enough for 136bhp and 200Nm. As per the China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle (CLTC), the SUV offers up to 100km electric-only range for the PHEV and up to 500km driving range in the fully electric version. The Wuling Starlight 560 (likely to be sold as the MG Starlight 560 in India) offers a minimalist, dual-tone interior layout. A 12.8-inch centre touchscreen system instantly grab attention, while an 8.8-inch digital driver’s display is placed behind the two-spoke steering wheel. Most vehicle functions can be controlled through the touchscreen, while essential controls are accessible via physical buttons on the steering wheel, centre console and door armrests. The SUV also comes equipped with several