Yesterday, the 2026 MG7 was launched, and it got quite a bit of attention.

But Nianhan thinks MG has had a tough time of it, because in this era where green plates are everywhere, it's really rare to still see a pure gasoline sports sedan go through a facelift like this.

Of course, with this facelift, the manufacturer was really anxious, and directly filled in the weak spot in smart driving.

Let's start with the price: the official guide price starts at 137,900 yuan, and after a limited-time subsidy it starts at 116,900 yuan, with the top trim just over 150,000 yuan.

At this price, it's clearly set to fight to the bitter end with same-class new energy models like the BYD Qin L and Deepal SL03.

As for the exterior, to be fair, the MG7 has always been top-notch, meaning its looks are on point.

Although the 2026 model is an annual facelift, that fastback profile, frameless doors, and that three-stage electric rear wing that automatically raises and lowers still make it the prettiest boy on the whole street.

This time they also added a new Iceland Blue color scheme, and the texture is indeed quite good, with a somewhat cool and aloof feeling; drive it out and the turnaround rate definitely won't be low.

As for the interior, it's still the familiar dual-screen setup, but the internals have changed.

The biggest upgrade this time is the NGP high-level assisted driving system. We used to complain that gasoline cars weren't smart enough, and this time the MG7 directly comes with 23 perception hardware units and can achieve highway navigation assistance.

Although there may still be a gap compared with first-tier smart driving systems from Huawei and XPeng, among gasoline cars this is ceiling level.

There's also that AI voice large model, which is said to be able to chat like a real person.

But I have to remind everyone that when it comes to car infotainment, you still have to look at the actual experience.

Previous owners have reported occasional lag in the infotainment system, and I hope this new system can completely solve that problem. After all, nobody wants to argue with an "artificial idiot" while driving, right?

As for power, Nianhan strongly suggests that if the budget allows, go straight for the 2.0T!

The 1.5T with 188 horsepower is enough, but that 7-speed dual-clutch still occasionally has some jerkiness when following traffic at low speed, which is a common problem with dual-clutch gearboxes.

But the 2.0T is different: 261 horsepower, 405 Nm, paired with a 9AT gearbox, and the push-back feeling is real.

The most important thing is that the higher trim also has mCDC electronically controlled suspension and an E-LSD electronic limited-slip differential.

Car friends, no joke, these are configurations that used to only appear on performance cars costing 400,000 to 500,000 yuan!

With the E-LSD, that feeling of being sucked to the ground when cornering is something those grocery-getters that rely on electronic systems to save the car can't give you.

Of course, no one is perfect and no car is perfect, so I also have to say something less pleasant.

After all, the MG7 has frameless doors. They're cool, sure, but sound insulation is indeed a problem. At highway speeds above 120 km/h, wind noise is still fairly obvious.

If you are someone with especially high demands for quietness, I suggest you specifically take a highway test drive to feel it before making a decision.

There's also the rear space: limited by the fastback shape, headroom is not very friendly to tall people.

But to be honest, this car is meant for young people anyway, so if rear-seat usage isn't high, that shortcoming doesn't matter much.

In today's mid-size car market, the Hongqi H5 takes the steady route, the Passat and Magotan are old-timers, and although the Mondeo is also sporty, its size is on the large side.

The MG7's positioning is very clear: it's prepared for young people who don't want to buy an EV but still want looks, handling, and intelligence.

In terms of sales, the MG7 previously sold around 3,000 to 4,000 units a month, which isn't a huge hit, but it does have a group of loyal fans.

This time the 2026 model adds more for the same price, especially by completing the smart driving setup, and I think sales should be able to push upward.

Finally, Nianhan wants to say that gasoline cars are not dead yet, and the MG7 is the best proof.