The MG SUV concept car, MG CS, will make its world premier at the Shanghai Motor Show on press day, April 20 at around 3pm.

It is the latest result of significant investment in the brand by MG's owner, the SAIC Motor group, and is expected to expand the global reach of the MG brand.

It has been penned by a design team led by MG's global design director, Anthony Williams-Kenny.

Design features include the headlights which have a multi-faceted ‘shard' structure which refract light in different colours and shape from the side, but coalesce to form the MG's trademark octagon from the front.

A strong horizontal emphasis gives the side profile of the MG CS a distinctive, sporty style and youthful appearance.

It is expected to appeal to young, fashion conscious drivers.