MG reveals modular EV platform capable of supporting sports cars

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MG's new MSP platform supports a range of segments, from hatchbacks to SUVs and even sports cars.

, and this will eventually lead to the return of sports cars to the brand.

On Monday, MG revealed a new EV platform known as the Modular Scalable Platform, or MSP, which the company said was designed to support a range of segments, from hatchbacks to SUVs and yes, even sports cars. The MSP platform was shown in an MG 4 electric hatchback that will be available in markets where MG operates from September. Sadly, the U.S. isn't one of them.

The platform can support wheelbase sizes ranging from 104 to 122 inches, as well as both low-slung and high-riding suspension setups. Crucially for a sports car, which needs to be low and sleek, the MSP's floor-mounted battery has a height of just 4.33 inches. A rear-mounted motor is the standard option but a motor at each axle forming an all-wheel-drive system is also supported.In the case of the MG 4, MG has confirmed 51- and 64-kilowatt-hour battery capacities.

As for a future MG sports car, the company has rolled out two sports car concepts in recent years: the

 

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