MG Officially Denies "Battery Capacity Throttling" in MG4, Vows Legal Action Against Rumor Spreaders

Recently, SAIC Motor's MG brand issued an official statement addressing online rumors claiming that the new MG4 family of vehicles employs "battery capacity restriction" (commonly referred to as "battery locking"). The statement emphasized that these claims are seriously inconsistent with the facts. MG affirmed that it strictly complies with national laws, regulations, and industry regulatory requirements, and that all technical specifications of its products meet relevant standards. The company stated it has preserved evidence related to these false allegations and will pursue legal action against those responsible for publishing and disseminating the misinformation to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests. Previously, some short-video content creators alleged that the MG4 gradually restricts battery capacity during use—typically beginning around two to three years after purchase for private vehicles, and after accumulating 150,000 to 200,000 kilometers for commercial or ride-hailing vehicles—accompanied by a noticeable decline in charging power. While some netizens expressed agreement with these claims, numerous MG4 owners commented that they have not experienced any such "battery locking" issues.