MG's new Go to be built in Spain with 70,000 cars a year from 2028

At a glance

Factory location

Ferrol, north-west Spain

Start of production (assembly from CKD kits)

Late 2028

Initial annual build plan

70,000 cars per year

Car size and battery

About 4.0 m long with a 43 kWh LFP battery and 149 bhp motor

Expected starting price

Around £20,000 (industry reporting)

MG Go set to be built in Spain from 2028

MG has confirmed plans to build its new small electric car, the Go, at a SAIC-run factory in Ferrol, Spain, with production to begin from late 2028. The Ferrol site will initially assemble cars from completely knocked-down kits shipped from China while local stamping and paint work are added later.

Autocar reports that the Go will be roughly 4.0 metres long, share the E+ platform with MG's 4 EV Urban and use a 43 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery and a 149 bhp front-wheel-drive motor. Early pricing expectations put the entry price at about £20,000.

Where the MG Go fits in Europe's cheap-EV push

The move is part of a wider shift by Chinese-owned carmakers to build in Europe and avoid higher import tariffs. SAIC has said construction of supporting factory infrastructure will begin in 2027 and that Ferrol will initially plan to build 70,000 vehicles per year, with a maximum site capacity of 120,000 a year.

That factory strategy mirrors other Chinese groups that have chosen Spain for new European assembly lines. Building locally reduces costs and helps models reach buyers faster, and it makes aggressive pricing more viable against established brands.

What it means for Irish drivers

For Irish buyers the key takeaway is that a small, competitively priced EV the size of a Mini or Renault 5 could be widely available in Europe from 2029 onwards, depending on MG Ireland's launch schedule and stock allocation. If MG matches the industry pricing reported, the Go would undercut many mainstream small electric hatchbacks on price before any Irish taxes or dealer margins are added.

Irish drivers should note that the headline price published in UK and European press is a manufacturer starting price. When sold into Ireland the final on-road cost will include VRT, VAT on the dealer margin where applicable, motor tax and any options or dealer costs, so affordability for buyers will depend on how MG prices Irish-market cars and how many units are allocated to Ireland from the Ferrol plant.

Availability will also be shaped by wider market moves. Volkswagen has signposted its own push into the affordable small-EV segment with a production model due in 2027 targeting a roughly €20,000 starting price for Europe. Increased supply from makers building in Spain could help push entry-level EV prices down across the market.

How the Go stacks up on paper

On specification the Go looks aimed squarely at buyers wanting a city-friendly EV with usable range and modest performance. A 43 kWh LFP battery combined with a 149 bhp motor is a sensible match for short daily commutes and occasional longer trips, and the choice of LFP chemistry points to cost and longevity benefits.

That combination should make the Go particularly relevant to drivers who prioritise low running costs and durable battery chemistry rather than long-range touring capability.

Looking ahead

MG's decision to produce the Go in Spain is a strategic move to lower tariffs and get cars into European dealers faster. For Irish buyers who want a cheap, new electric hatchback in the near future, the Go is one to watch - but final Irish pricing and delivery timing will only be clear once MG announces local specifications and launch details.

We will follow up with Irish-market pricing, expected delivery timelines and any details on Irish allocations as those figures become available.