AED 42,900
Changan Alsvin vs MG GT
AED 56,650
MG GT
Key specs
| Spec | Changan Alsvin | MG GT |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | AED 42,900 | AED 56,650 |
| Body type | Sedan · Subcompact sedan | Sedan · Compact sport sedan |
| Dimensions | 4390 × 1725 × 1468 mm · wheelbase 2535 mm | 4,675 × 1,842 × 1,480 mm · 2,680 mm wheelbase |
| Seats | Not disclosed | 5 |
| Powertrain | 1.5L petrol, 5-speed DCT | 1.5L naturally aspirated petrol, CVT (1.5T DCT in higher trims) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Cargo space | Not disclosed | 401 L |
| Max power | 105 hp | 109 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | Not disclosed | 11.5 s |
| Top speed | Not disclosed | 180 km/h |
| Combined range | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| EV-only range | n/a | n/a |
| Consumption | Not disclosed | 5.5 L/100 km (18.2 km/L) for the base 1.5L; cycle not stated. The turbo is listed at about 5.8–5.9 L/100 km. |
| Charging | n/a | n/a |
| Airbags | 2 | 6 |
| Driver assistance | No ADAS in the Advance grade: no cruise control, adaptive cruise, lane departure warning, front collision warning, AEB, parking sensors or camera listed. Active safety is limited to ABS, ESP, Hill Hold Control and TPMS, plus a seat-belt reminder. | Base trim lists ABS, ESP, hill-hold, cruise control and rear parking sensors. Higher trims add forward collision warning, lane departure warning, a 360° camera and tyre-pressure monitoring. MG UAE also cites adaptive cruise control and emergency lane keep assist for upper trims. No independent crash-test rating found. |
| Safety index | 5/10 | 6.5/10 |
| Warranty | Not disclosed | 6 years / 200,000 km (whichever comes first) across the Middle East. Parts are warrantied for 12 months / 20,000 km, and the warranty is stated to transfer to new owners. |
| Screens | 10.25-inch infotainment screen with a driver interactive display and Mirrorlink, Bluetooth and USB. The model page's marketing text mentions a 7-inch touchscreen, which conflicts with the spec table. No navigation; 2 speakers. | Floating central touchscreen listed at 10.1–10.25 inches with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. One source lists 8 inches on the base trim. Digital instrument cluster (12.3-inch quoted by owners). Sources disagree on base-trim screen size. |
| Speakers | 2 | Not disclosed |
| Comfort highlights | Fabric seats with 4-way manual adjustment for driver and passenger and manual air conditioning. Power windows with heat-insulated glass and electrically adjustable mirrors. No ambient lighting, keyless entry, wireless charging or electric lumbar support. | Sporty bucket-style front seats, automatic climate control and a rear AC that owners say cools fast in UAE heat. Keyless entry and push-button start are fitted. Reviewers note a firm ride on rough surfaces and a rear seat that is cramped by the sloping roofline. |
| MotorClash rating | Not disclosed | ★ 3.5 / 5 |
| Summary | Not disclosed | Reviewers and owners praise the fastback styling, generous equipment for the price, low fuel use and the long 6-year warranty. They criticise the slow base 1.5L (about 11.5 s to 100 km/h), hard cabin plastics, a firm ride, tight rear headroom and unproven long-term reliability. |
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