Wuling Starlight 560 seen again: MG may arrive in India soon

Spy reveals the Wuling Starlight 560 arriving as an MG SUV in India, with hybrid and PHEV versions; local changes expected later this year.

Wuling Starlight 560 emerges as MG for India

The latest test sighting shows the Wuling Starlight 560 running again on Indian roads, with plans to reach the market as an MG SUV in India. The price range should be below Rs 20 lakh, and the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version stands out in the lineup.

Three powertrain options abroad

• 1.5L Miller cycle turbo — 174.2 bhp with 6MT; 260 Nm/CVT; 290 Nm
• 1.5L Atkinson cycle NA + PHEV — 194.3 bhp / 230 Nm
• EV — 134 bhp / 200 Nm

For the hybrid setup, the brand uses a 20.5 kWh Shenlian LFP battery. With this package, the SUV is expected to rely more on electric power, with the combustion engine acting as a support source.

Interior and presence on Indian soil

• Driver's seat with six-way electric adjustment; passenger with four-way manual adjustment
• Various driving modes
• 3.5-inch instrument cluster
• 12.8-inch infotainment with wireless connectivity
• Six-speaker sound system

With more frequent sightings, an MG version is expected to be launched later this year, with specific changes for the Indian market.

What to expect in the future

Besides India, the Starlight 560 already appears with three powertrain combinations in international markets, signaling a strategy focused on hybrids for the segment.

Comments: Would you bet that the hybrid offensive dominates this compact segment SUV? Which configuration appeals to you most — hybrid, PHEV, or full EV?