MG 4X Launch— China’s leading automobile company SAIC Motor is all set to launch its much-awaited electric SUV, MG 4X in the market. The company has officially confirmed that booking of this high-tech car will be started in China from tomorrow i.e. from 11th May. The biggest USP of this car is its semi-solid state battery technology, which is considered to be much safer and more powerful than the conventional lithium-ion batteries currently available.

MG 4X Launch: Booking will start in China from May 11, this new electric SUV will be equipped with semi-solid state battery

What is semi-solid state battery and why is it special?

This battery is being seen as ‘future technology’ in the automobile industry. The MG 4X will be the second car from the SAIC group to use this technology. Earlier, the company has introduced it in its premium electric sedan IM L6.

• Fire Safety: The amount of liquid electrolyte in this battery is only 5%. Due to less liquid, the risk of fire or explosion in case of short circuit is almost negligible.
• Fast Charging: This technology supports super-fast charging, which will reduce the charging time significantly during long distance travel.
• No effect of temperature: It is often seen that the range of electric cars reduces in severe cold, but the weather does not have any adverse effect on the performance of semi-solid state batteries.
• Better life: It can withstand more charging cycles than ordinary batteries, which increases both the resale value and life of the car.

Expert opinion: New turn in electric vehicle market

“The introduction of semi-solid state batteries into mass-market cars is a major game changer. It not only eliminates driving range anxiety, but also sets the safety standards that today’s customer demands.”
— Senior Auto Analyst, Global Tech Review

When will it enter India?

Although currently the booking of MG 4X has started only for the Chinese market, but it is being speculated that MG Motor may also introduce it in the Indian market by the end of 2026 or the beginning of 2027. Given the increasing competition in the electric SUV segment in India, such safe battery technology could prove to be a big plus point for MG.

Key details at a glance:

• Booking Date: May 11, 2026 (China)
• Battery Type: Semi-Solid State (5% Liquid)
• Expected range: 600km to 1000km (depending on variant)