MG Motor Philippines continued to hold its ground in the local automotive market during the first half of 2026, keeping its spot as the country’s eighth best-selling automotive brand while strengthening its push into electrified mobility. According to the company, steady market sales, a growing dealership network, and expanding New Energy Vehicle (NEV) lineup helped sustain its momentum.
Based on CAMPI industry sales data cited by MG, the brand sold 868 vehicles in June, bringing its first-half total to 4,232 units.
SUVs remained the company’s biggest volume contributor with 1,810 units sold, while passenger cars followed closely with 1,676 units. The MG5 continued to lead the brand’s sales chart after moving 1,215 units, followed by the MG ZS with 1,040 units. Meanwhile, the MG HS Hybrid+ posted 533 units during the first six months of the year, highlighting the growing appeal of electrified vehicles among Filipino buyers.
MG also credited its latest wave of electrified models for generating fresh interest in the brand. The recently introduced MG G50 PHEV, MG HS PHEV, MG RX9 PHEV, and MG4 Urban EV have reportedly attracted increasing reservations as more motorists explore fuel-efficient and technology-focused alternatives to conventional vehicles.
Company president Wei Wei Zhang said maintaining the brand’s position among the country’s leading automotive brands reflects customer confidence, an expanding dealer network, and a stronger vehicle lineup. He added that the company’s local performance mirrors SAIC Motor’s continued global growth in electrified mobility.
Outside the Philippines, parent company SAIC Motor also reached a significant milestone after becoming the first Chinese automaker to surpass two million vehicle sales during the first half of 2026. The company reported 2.045 million units sold globally, including 796,000 New Energy Vehicles and 735,000 overseas deliveries.
MG likewise maintained its position as Europe’s best-selling Chinese automotive brand for the 11th straight year, with more than 190,000 vehicles sold across the region during the first half of 2026.
While competition in the Philippine market remains intense, MG appears determined to build on its first-half performance by expanding access to hybrid and electric vehicles as demand for more efficient mobility solutions continues to grow.
Autocar’s Take
MG’s first-half performance suggests the brand is settling into a stronger position in the Philippine automotive market instead of simply chasing short-term sales. Holding onto its eighth-place ranking while expanding its NEV lineup indicates that Filipino buyers are becoming more open to hybrid and electric mobility. Of course, reservations don’t automatically translate into deliveries, and long-term success will still depend on pricing, aftersales support, and dealer reach. Even so, MG’s growing portfolio gives it more opportunities to compete as demand for practical, fuel-efficient vehicles continues to rise.
