The XUV 7XO is one of the strongest players in India’s three-row SUV segment. With its powerful engines, spacious cabin and feature-loaded package, it continues to attract buyers who need a balance of performance and practicality. However, an international rival is coming to India, and the patent reveals that the player is strong enough to shake the XUV’s throne! Let’s know more about this upcoming SUV!
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MG Starlight 560 Patented In India!
Patent documents reveal the design of the Wuling Starlight 560, which is expected to be sold under the MG badge. The filing lists ‘SAIC-GM-Wuling Automobile Company Limited’as the applicant, and the design was registered in March 2026. But the patent images do not feature the Wuling branding. The design seen in the patent closely resembles the international-spec Starlight 560 currently sold abroad.
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Design And Exterior
The patented SUV has a boxy, upright stance, giving it a commanding road presence. At the front, the SUV features LED headlamps with DRL strips positioned above and below, a large blacked-out grille, and a prominent skid plate on the bumper.
Now, towards the side profile, the SUV gets 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, squared-off wheel arches, roof rails and body cladding along the lower sections. At the rear, the design looks more upright and almost MPV-like, featuring LED tail lamps and a roof-mounted spoiler. In terms of size, the Starlight 560 measures 4,745mm in length and 1,850 in width. With a height of 1,755mm and a wheelbase of 2,810mm. These dimensions make it slightly larger than the XUV 7XO, hinting at a spacious three-row cabin layout.
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MG Starlight 560 Patented – Interior And Features
Inside, the SUV features a minimalistic dash layout with a focus on digital displays. International spec gets a 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system and an 8.8-inch driver display. Steering comes with two spoke design. Most vehicle functions, including climate control, are integrated into the touchscreen. Physical buttons are limited mainly to the steering wheel, the centre console strip and door armrests. Other features include automatic climate control and a 6-speaker audio system.
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Powertrain Options
Globally, the Starlight 560 is available with both plug-in hybrid and fully electric powertrains. We could see both of these powertrains offered in the Indian-spec model. The patented design seen in India appears closer to the PHEV version, which features a conventional grille and a blacked-out section beneath the headlamps.
The PHEV version uses a 1.5-litre petrol engine and a 20.5kWh battery, with a combined output of 197hp and 230 Nm of Torque. Electric-only range – up to 100km (CLTC). The EV version gets 56.7kWh battery pack and a front mounted Elecrtic motor producing 136 hp and 200 Nm, with a claimed range up to 500km (CLTC)
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MG Starlight 560 Patented – Launch Timeline And Rivals
MG has confirmed plans to introduce PHEVs in India, and this SUV could be the first. The model is expected to arrive on Indian shores around late 2026. Once launched, the SUV would compete with models like XUV 7XO and Tata Safari. The EV version would compete against the Mahindra XEV 9S.
With its larger dimensions, three-row layout, and electrified powertrains, MG’s SUV could bring a fresh approach to the midsize SUV segment. If priced competitively, this XUV 7XO rival could become an interesting option for buyers looking for a spacious family SUV with PHEV or EV tech.
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