MG retains its position as the UK’s fastest growing car brand

• MG sells over 38,300 cars in the first nine months of 2022, securing its position as the UK’s 12^th best-selling manufacturer
• September vehicle sales were 61% higher than in 2021 – with the MG5 EV estate named as the UK’s 5^th most popular EV
• Growth set to continue, driven by new MG4 EV and MG5 EV models

MG Motor UK has maintained its position as the fastest growing car brand in the UK, selling 38,312 cars in the first nine months of the year.

New figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) show MG’s market share has increased by 82% year on year, with September 2022 sales marking a 61% increase over the previous September.

Award-winning models such as the MG ZS EV and MG5 EV continue to be hugely popular with customers, as part of MG’s broad range of sporty, exciting and affordable cars which reflect its Get More philosophy.

MG Motor UK’s Commercial Director, Guy Pigounakis, said: “The latest SMMT figures are extremely positive, reflecting the incredible growth we’ve achieved within the last 12 months. I have no doubt our new MG4 and MG5 models will be immensely popular with customers looking to make the switch to electric as we head towards 2023.”

For more details about MG or to find your nearest dealer, visit www.mg.co.uk

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Notes to editors:
About MG
MG is the fastest growing car brand in the UK, with a market leading range of electric vehicles that are encouraging more drivers than ever to switch to zero emission motoring.

Tracing its history back to 1924, MG is famous for building sporty, exciting and affordable cars. Today, the company is establishing itself as a driving force in the rapidly expanding UK electric car market, with a reputation for outstanding design, market-leading technology and excellent value for money.

Designed in Marylebone, London, and manufactured in state-of-the-art factories in several countries, today’s MGs are practical, spacious and packed with technology. From its innovative new Modular Scalable Platform (MSP) to the intelligent iSmart vehicle data app, MG continues to demonstrate a forward thinking and progressive approach to the needs of today’s discerning motorists.

With a national network of over 150 dealerships, MG is accessible to customers everywhere with professional sales and aftersales provision across the UK. All new MGs are built with world-class components and are backed by a comprehensive manufacturer’s 7-year warranty.