MG expands ute range with limited-edition MGU9 Black Edition

MG has expanded its growing ute range with the launch of the MGU9 Black Edition, a limited-production variant that introduces a darker exterior treatment and additional equipment to the diesel-powered line-up.

Available in Australia from today and priced from $57,990 drive-away, the Black Edition sits between the MGU9 Explore X and Explore Pro grades, with Australia becoming the first market to receive the new model.

The special edition arrives eight months after MG entered Australia’s highly competitive dual-cab ute segment with the MGU9 and follows its public debut at the Melbourne Motor Show earlier this year alongside the battery-electric MGU9 EV, which is due to join the range at a later date.

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The Black Edition is distinguished by a series of black exterior details, including the grille, MG badging, wheel centre caps and side trim, along with a stamped tailgate design. Inside, it gains a black headliner and matching interior trim while retaining the high equipment level offered across the MGU9 range.

Under the bonnet is the same 2.5-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine paired with an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission and four-wheel drive with front, centre and rear differential locks.

The ute retains a 3.5-tonne braked towing capacity, while MG has added a new Towing Cruise Control function designed to improve convenience when towing trailers, caravans or boats.

Other standard features include 18-inch all-terrain alloy wheels, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, multi-link independent rear suspension and MG’s powered tailgate, which lowers electronically to reveal an integrated access step.

The launch reflects the growing diversity of Australia’s ute market, where buyers are increasingly seeking higher levels of comfort, technology and styling alongside traditional workhorse capability.

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MG says the Black Edition complements its existing diesel range, which now comprises the Explore, Explore X, Black Edition and Explore Pro, while an electric MGU9 will further broaden customer choice when it arrives.

The MGU9 line-up is priced from $52,990 drive-away for the entry-level Explore, rising to $60,990 drive-away for the range-topping Explore Pro.

Like the rest of MG’s Australian line-up, the MGU9 Black Edition is covered by the brand’s seven-year warranty when serviced through the manufacturer’s dealer network.

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