This $10,000 EV is a hit in China, and it’s offered with a semi-solid-state battery
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- SAIC Motor announced the 100,000th MG4 rolled off the production line after just eight months, a record for the fastest‑selling pure‑electric hatchback in China.
- MG4 is offered in five trims, with the semi‑solid‑state edition priced at 102,800 yuan ($14,500) and delivering a CLTC range of 530 km using a 53.95 kWh manganese‑based battery that cuts liquid electrolyte to 5%.
- Semi‑solid‑state battery passed needle‑penetration tests without smoke, fire or explosion, exceeding industry standards by 20% and promising longer cycle life and lower combustion risk.
- SAIC opened blind pre‑orders for the MG4X SUV, a new electric SUV variant equipped with the same semi‑solid‑state battery, starting at 99,800 yuan ($14,700).
- SAIC Passenger Vehicle reported a 234.2% surge in NEV sales in the first four months of 2026, with 128,000 new‑energy vehicles sold, underscoring the MG4’s role in the company’s comeback.
Why it matters: SAIC’s MG4 surge gives the company a competitive edge in China’s NEV market, attracting cost‑conscious buyers with $10k‑$14.5k pricing and boosting domestic battery innovation, while foreign rivals lose market share.
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