2025 MGU9 Ute Undercuts LDV Terron 9 as Full Pricing and Specifications Confirmed

Australian pricing and specifications have been officially confirmed for the 2025 MGU9 ute, with prices starting from $52,990 drive-away. 

The announced starting price is lower than MG’s initial teaser suggested, which hinted at a price range between $55,000 and $65,000. As a result, the U9 undercuts the entry point of the related LDV Terron 9 for non-ABN holders by $684.  

Power for all variants of the U9 range comes from a 2.5-litre turbocharged diesel four-cylinder engine – producing 160kW and 520Nm – mated to a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission and a BorgWarner four-wheel drive system. All variants of the U9 have a 750kg unbraked and 3.5-tonne brake towing capacity. 

The MGU9 range comprises three variants: the entry-level Explore, the mid-grade Explore X and the range-topping Explore Pro. 

The Explore arrives as standard with front double wishbone and rear independent multi-link suspension, MG’s Smart Hatch system – allowing for cabin-to-tub access – 18-inch alloy wheels, a 12.3-inch infotainment display, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, synthetic leather seats, and an ADAS safety suite. 

With an 870kg payload, the Explore model grade has the largest payload capacity of the three variants. 

The Explore X variant – priced at $55,990 drive-away – adds 19-inch alloy wheels, LED tub lights, electrically folding door mirrors, a heated steering wheel, an electrically adjustable passenger’s seat, heated front seats, a 360-degree camera, an auto-dimming rear view mirror, an acoustic windscreen, wireless phone charging and voice control. 

It has the second-highest payload capacity of the range at 835kg. 

The range-topping Explore Pro – priced at $60,990 drive-away – adds 20-inch alloy wheels, front on-demand differential locking, 64-colour ambient lighting, a 1080p 36-degree camera, black window trimming, black roof rails, an electric tailgate, an eight-way eletrically adjustable driver’s seat with power lumbar, ventilation, memory and a massage function, real leather seats, heated rear outboard seats, and an eight-speaker sound system. 

It has the smallest payload capacity out of the U9 range, at 770kg. 

The MGU9 is expected in Australian dealerships by the end of the year. 

2025 MGU9 Drive-Away Pricing

Explore: $52,990

Explore X: $55,990

Explore Pro: $60,990

MGU9 Explore Features

• Driving modes: Normal/Eco/Sport drive modes, Off-Road (Mud/Snow/Sand/Tow), Terrain “4L” (Rock/Deep Snow/Deep Mud/Wade/Rock Crawl), Custom mode
• Steering Assist Modes: Standard/Sport/Comfort
• Rear differential lock
• Double wishbone front suspension, multi-link independent rear
• Front ventilated discs, rear discs
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Full-size spare wheel
• LED headlights, DRLs, tail lamps, high-mount brake light
• Black door mirrors, chrome window trim
• Electrically adjustable & heated mirrors
• Silver roof rails, side steps, black wheel arches
• Painted tub liner
• Cargo tailgate lock
• Tailgate lift-assist 
• Rain-sensing wipers
• 12.3-inch instrument cluster 
• Dual-zone electric auto A/C with rear vents & pollen filter
• Microfibre leather steering wheel
• Artificial leather seats
• Driver’s seat: 6-way electric adjustment
• Passenger seat: 4-way manual
• Rear backrest: 60/40 split
• LED front reading light
• 6-speaker sound system
• 12.3-inch infotainment screen 
• Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
• USB (2x USB-A, 2x USB-C)
• Tilt & telescopic wheel with paddle shift
• Keyless entry
• 4-window one-touch up/down (with anti-pinch)
• Wading sensor
• 12V socket

The Explore X variant adds or replaces 

• 19-inch alloy wheels
• LED tub lights (x2) 
• Electrically adjustable, folding & heated mirrors
• Black window trim (replaces chrome)
• Tub cargo slide rail with hook
• Acoustic front windshield
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• 360-degree camera (non-HD)
• Passenger seat: 6-way electric adjustment
• Heated front seats
• Steering wheel heating
• Voice control
• Satellite navigation
• Wireless mobile charging (15W)
• 4-window one-touch up/down

The Explore Pro variant adds or replaces

• 20-inch alloy wheels 
• Front on-demand differential lock
• Black roof rails 
• Black window trim
• Rear-view mirror w/ reversing memory
• Electric tailgate
• Rear step turnover end gate
• Optional foldable rear cabin access panel
• 64-colour interior ambient lighting
• 360° HD camera (1080p)
• Leather seats (instead of artificial leather)
• Driver’s seat: 8-way electric, 4-way lumbar, ventilation, massage & memory
• Suede headliner
• Electronic panoramic sunroof
• Heated rear side seats (optional)
• Rear seat cushions 60/40 split + fold-forward function
• LED rear reading light
• Cup holders increase to ×4
• JBL 8-speaker premium sound system
• Trailer reversing assist
• Streaming rear-view mirror