MG U9 EV: Electric ute one step closer to Australia

The MG U9 could be getting an electric sibling in Australia – and it could beat its LDV cousin to market.

Australian LDV distributor Ateco Automotive confirmed in November 2024 it would introduce the eTerron 9 early in 2025, though this timeframe continued to shift even though vehicles were spied testing locally. There’s now no current launch timing available.

Now, MG – another SAIC Motor-owned brand, albeit one which handles its own distribution – has had the twin of this vehicle approved for Australian roads, but has yet to confirm launch timing.

“While we cannot confirm specific upcoming models or launch timings, we are pleased with the strong response to the MG U9 thus far,” said a MG Motor Australia spokesperson.

“MG Motor is committed to supporting lower transport emissions and providing consumers with a variety of vehicle options, while still giving Australian drivers the choice.”

We’ve also contacted LDV for an update on the eTerron 9 for Australia.

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Per the approval filing, the U9 EV features a dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrain, with the motors producing 200kW and 125kW of power respectively for a total system power output of 325kW.

Braked towing capacity is listed at 3500kg, with a payload of 685kg, while the U9 EV is listed as offering a choice of 18-, 19-, or 20-inch wheels.

While battery capacity isn’t listed in these documents, the eTerron 9 – which has the same outputs and braked towing capacity – has a 102kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, good for 430km of WLTP range.

The U9 EV was yet another MG model leaked by Euro NCAP, with a listing – complete with an exterior photo – appearing on the safety authority’s website last year, like the new plug-in hybrid version of the QS large SUV.