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About the MG HS
Last updated Oct 23, 2024The 2024 MG HS is classified as a 4 Door Wagon currently on sale in Australia as part of the SAS23 MY23 generation, starting from $24,000 MLRP for the VIBE and topping out at $40,990 for the ESSENCE.
There are 10 variants available for our market and the current year model went on sale in Jan of 2024. The HS is built in China and is available with 1.5L Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection, equipped with a 7 Speed Auto Dual Clutch transmission with the drive sent to FWD. The HS is offered with a 7 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
Pros
- Generous list of safety equipment across the range
- Spacious, neatly presented cabin
- Excellent value for money
Cons
- Clunky infotainment
- Some of the driver assist functions need finessing
- Optional 2.0-litre powertrain disappoints
MG HS Rating
Jaguar I-Pace
Entry-level
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Best in class
Overall rating
8.3
7.5
9
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2024 MG HS Dimensions
1685mm
1876mm
4574mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2024 MG HS Safety Rating
Standard safety features on all MG HS variants include:
- 7 airbags
- Driver
- Passenger
- Side
- Curtain
- Far side
- Adaptive cruise control
- Intelligent cruise assist
- Traffic jam assist
- Active Emergency Braking (AEB)
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Driver attention monitoring
- Lane change assist
- Lane keep assist
- Lane departure warning system
- Front and rear collision warning
- Front and rear cross-traffic alert
- Rear parking sensors
- Reversing camera
- Tyre pressure monitoring
Excite and above add:
- Front parking sensors
- Surround-view camera with transparent chassis
Cost of ownership
What is the running and servicing costs of a MG HS?
All MG HS’s need servicing every 12 Months months or 10,000km km, whichever comes first.
How does the 2024 MG HS drive?
Our expert take on MG HS drivability.
The new MG HS, like its predecessor, continues to feature a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine, but with some subtle improvements in other areas.
A key update is the introduction of a new wet dual-clutch transmission, replacing the previous dry-clutch setup. This change aims to deliver smoother shifts at low speeds and address some of the common issues associated with dry-clutch transmissions.
Additionally, the engine’s power and torque have been increased by 6kW and 25Nm, respectively. These enhancements are intended to provide a more balanced power delivery across a broader usable range.
2024 MG HS Warranty
What is the warranty on a MG HS?
The MG HS offers a 10 year 250,000km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
2024 MG HS vs other SUV's to consider
The HS's most direct rival is its fellow Chinese SUV, the Haval H6. The base H6 doesn't have quite as exhaustive a list of standard safety equipment, but the H6 range counters with a more powerful standard engine that also manages to be almost as efficient as the HS's base engine.
The SsangYong Korando is another sharply-priced challenger SUV, albeit one from Korea instead of China.
There's also the traditional mainstays of the mid-sized SUV segment to consider, including the Mitsubishi Outlander. This SUV has traditionally been the sharpest priced of the Japanese entrants in this segment, though with its 2021 redesign it's gotten a little pricier, if a lot nicer inside.
Should you buy the 2024 MG HS
Is this the right car for you? Out experts buy or not guide.
There’s no question – the new HS is a drastic improvement on the outgoing model.
It’s larger, more practical, more efficient, and loaded with the latest tech features.
The efforts to enhance on-road comfort and minimize noise have paid off, making it a pleasure to spend time in. The improved safety tech means you won’t be bothered by poorly calibrated systems, enhancing the overall driving experience.
The upgraded drivetrain is another highlight, offering better throttle response and consistent performance across all speeds. MG aimed for a European feel, and surprisingly, it delivers on that promise.
While it’s pricier than before, it remains competitively priced given the competition, offering great value for the money. Drive-away pricing is appealing, and unlike the MG 3, there are no plans to adjust prices further, according to CarExpert.
The top-spec Essence includes some quality features, but many are creature comforts like seat heating and a large sunroof. Since all trims are similarly priced and well-equipped, we don’t necessarily think the most expensive version is the best choice.
It’s a bit disappointing that the range lacks wireless smartphone mirroring, but if you can forgo powered front seat adjustments, the mid-range Excite version offers excellent value.
If you’re still on the fence, it’s worth taking one for a spin when it arrives later this year to see for yourself what it has to offer.
MG HS FAQs
The cheapest MG HS is the VIBE that starts from $24,000.
The most expensive MG HS is the ESSENCE that starts from $40,990
The best towing capacity of a MG HS is 1500Kg offered by the following variants
- VIBE
- EXCITE
- ESSENCE
The largest MG HS is the VIBE which measures 1890mm wide, 4655mm in length and sits 1655mm tall.
The most powerful MG HS is the ESSENCE X which has 168kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection engine.
The MG HS is built in China and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest MG HS is the ESSENCE X which weighs 2139 kg (kerb weight).
See full fuel information for MG HS below:
| Variant | Fuel Type |
|---|---|
| ESSENCE X | unleaded petrol |
| ESSENCE | unleaded petrol |
| EXCITE | unleaded petrol |
| VIBE | premium unleaded petrol |
| VIBE | unleaded petrol |
| ESSENCE | unleaded petrol |
| ESSENCE | unleaded petrol |
| EXCITE | unleaded petrol |
| VIBE | premium unleaded petrol |
| EXCITE | unleaded petrol |