JSW MG Motor India has revealed the first look at the MG ADAPT Platform, a new architecture that will underpin the brand’s future New Energy Vehicle lineup in India. ADAPT stands for Advanced Drive Architecture Platform Technology and represents MG’s next step towards electrified mobility. The platform has been developed exclusively for new energy vehicles and will support plug in hybrid, strong hybrid, range extended electric and battery electric vehicles. The company has also confirmed that there will be no conventional petrol or diesel only models based on this architecture.
This announcement comes shortly after the launch of the MG Majestor, the brand’s flagship SUV, which was introduced earlier this year to rival the Toyota Fortuner in the full size SUV segment.
MG ADAPT Platform supports four powertrain options
The MG ADAPT Platform has been engineered to support four different powertrain technologies. These include Plug in Hybrid Electric Vehicles, Battery Electric Vehicles, Range Extended Electric Vehicles and Hybrid Electric Vehicles. This flexible architecture will allow MG to introduce multiple models across different segments while giving customers a wider choice of electrified powertrains.
MG ADAPT Platform gets electromagnetic transmission
A major highlight of the MG ADAPT Platform is its electromagnetic transmission, which MG claims is the first of its kind in the world. Instead of relying on conventional mechanical gear engagement, the system transfers and controls torque using electromagnetic forces. The platform also features an electromagnetic clutch that engages and disengages the clutch without mechanical or hydraulic actuation. MG says this technology enables gear changes in just 0.18 seconds, promising quicker and smoother performance.
MG ADAPT Platform features a 10 in 1 drive unit
Another key feature of the MG ADAPT Platform is its compact 10 in 1 drive unit. By integrating multiple components into a single unit, the system helps improve packaging efficiency while supporting different electrified powertrain configurations. This approach also allows MG to use the same platform for multiple vehicle types in the future.
MG ADAPT Platform supports range extended EVs
The MG ADAPT Platform has also been designed to accommodate Range Extended Electric Vehicles. In this setup, the electric motor is solely responsible for driving the wheels, while the petrol engine functions only as a generator to produce electricity for the battery. This offers the driving experience of an electric vehicle while extending the overall driving range.
MG ADAPT Platform signals MG’s future plans
With the introduction of the ADAPT Platform, JSW MG Motor India has laid the foundation for its next generation of electrified vehicles. As India’s first dedicated New Energy Vehicle architecture, it brings together support for multiple powertrain technologies along with new drivetrain innovations. The platform is expected to play a key role in MG’s future product strategy as the company expands its electric and hybrid vehicle portfolio in the Indian market.