- New hydrogen fuel cell technology displayed in Euniq 7
- Cleaner and greener technology
- Sits in the segment of KIA Carnival
Progressing after the diverse unveilings of Day 1, ranging from conventional to EV-powered vehicles, MG has pulled the curtains off its First Hydrogen Fuel-Cell powered luxury MPV, the MG Euniq 7 today on its Day 2, here at the Auto Expo 2023. The vehicle is already on sale in International markets christened the Maxux Euniq 7. What are the highlights of the only MPV in MG Motors' portfolio? Let's look at everything we know so far.
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Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle: What's It All About?
This is more of a display of the HCEV than the vehicle itself. MG's newly developed third-generation fuel cell system, also known as PROME P390. The fuel tanks are made up of high-strength carbon fiber. In terms of technical specifications, the PROME P390 delivers 92 kW of power with a peak operating efficiency of 60 percent. It can operate at a maximum of 95 and can cold start at as low as -30 . The fuel-cell dimensions are - 790*598*820 (mm) with a high durability of over 10,000 hrs. in addition, the PROME P390 comes with an Integrated architecture without external humidification.
Design: It's MPV And It's Massive
With the introduction of a Hydrogen-fuel cell vehicle, MG is looking for cleaner and greener alternatives for its big-size segment. Dimension-wise, it is comparable to that of Kia Carnival and could potentially challenge it for segment dominance.
The front is marked by a big size grill with LED headlamps stretched towards the curve lines of the bonnet. Visually, it looks the part of a premium MPV. From the rear, it's rather simple with minimalistic styling and split LED taillights.
Powertrain
On the powertrain front, Euniq 7 is powered by a 92kW hydrogen fuel cell setup paired with a PMSM motor with a power output of 201 bhp. It has a capacity of 6.4 kgs of fuel, thanks to the three hydrogen cylinder set-up. The fuel-up time is claimed to be just 3 minutes, which is quite impressive. MG claims that a full tank is good to go for a long range of 605 km.
The big MPV can go from 0-50 km/ph in 4.9 seconds with the top speed being 150 km/hr.
- The engine can work in temperature ranges of -30 to +95 degrees
- Uses 3 hydrogen cylinders to store 6.4 kg of fuel
- Claimed full tank range of 605 km
VERDICT- With the introduction of its Hydrogen fuel cell powered MPV, MG has introduced both its greener hydrogen cell technology and a potential competitor for the Kia Carnival. Although the launch is not yet confirmed for the Indian market, this will certainly attract prospective premium MPV buyers, if launched.
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