MG HS (2019 to 2024)

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“At its core, the MG HS is good family transport and, if you can live with its obvious flaws, then its attractive pricing, seven-year warranty and generous equipment levels could just be enough to persuade you.”
Author: Ellis Hyde

Model reviewed: 2023 facelift
Score: 7 / 10
“The MG HS SUV has been facelifted for 2023, but it still feels dated compared to its main rivals.”
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Model reviewed: plug-in hybrid
Score: 7 / 10
“MG’s plug-in hybrid is spacious and practical, and comes with a keen list price and the security of one of the longest warranties in the industry. These qualities should outshine a fairly average driving experience to attract not only company car choosers but also private buyers.”
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Model reviewed: Range review
Score: 6 / 10
“The HS delivers passenger space, a seven-year warranty and a purchase price to set it apart from most rivals, while the interior design and quality are a big improvement over previous MGs, too.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The HS is a big step up in quality from MG, and while it isn’t as accomplished in absolute terms as many of its rivals, it’s capable enough to be very tempting, thanks to high levels of equipment, a stonking warranty and very keen pricing. Opt for an MG HS and you’ll get a lot of car for your money.”
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Model reviewed: 1.5-litre petrol manual Exclusive
Score: 6 / 10
“MG talks about it being a rival to the Skoda Karoq, Mazda CX-5, Nissan Qashqai and Kia Sportage, but those cars all feel more substantial and drive better than the MG HS. The more relevant comparisons are with the new SsangYong Korando and the Dacia Duster.”
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Model reviewed: Plug-in Hybrid range
Score: 7 / 10
“Though rivals are better to drive, the HS’s impressive, roomy interior and prospect of low running costs means that it’s certainly worth a look if you’re in the market for a hybrid SUV.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The MG HS feels like a big step forward and a move that brings it closer to rivals than ever before. It no longer looks and feels like a ‘cheap’ option, but rather a crossover that deserves to do well against what might be considered as more mainstream rivals.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The MG HS SUV is an affordable, practical and well-equipped family car, but rivals are better to drive.” (Charlie Harvey)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 5 / 10
“The MG HS presents itself as a good value-for-money SUV. You get a lot of toys as standard, but poor boot space and a low-quality interior lets it down.”
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Model reviewed: 1.5-litre petrol manual Exclusive
“Like a well-made unbranded mobile phone, the MG HS offers a compelling package but also some irritations that will grate on a daily basis.”

Model reviewed: 1.5-litre petrol manual Exclusive
Score: 6 / 10
“Though most people buy new cars using finance deals, they can be uncompetitive on MGs due to the cars’ quite heavy depreciation. So the HS, like other MGs, will appeal most to older cash buyers.”
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Model reviewed: Plug-in Hybrid range
Score: 7 / 10
“The MG HS Plug-In is a good-value hybrid family SUV, although it lacks the polish of many of its rivals in certain areas.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“For the price of an MG HS, you could forgive it a long list of flaws. But that won’t be necessary as, even putting its tremendous value for money to one side, it’s still a very strong alternative to the Skoda Karoq and Peugeot 3008. Its boot isn’t the biggest, the petrol engine is coarse and rivals are better to drive, but there’s a lot going for the MG HS.”
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Model reviewed: 1.5-litre petrol manual
“Proof that you don’t need to splash the cash to get behind the wheel of a spacious and comfortable SUV, the MG HS matches its pricier rivals for comfort and practicality while undercutting them on price.”

Model reviewed: 1.5-litre petrol automatic Trophy
Score: 7 / 10
“For those who want an affordable family SUV, and have little time for badge snobbery, the MG HS is hard to ignore. Packed with technology, safe in a crash and backed by a long warranty, it makes a lot of sense for those who buy new cars with their head, instead of their heart.”
Author: John Redfern
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 5.4 / 10
“New range-topper is big on value, low on fun – but makes good family transport”
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Model reviewed: Plug-in hybrid
“There’s lots to like about the HS, not least the fact that it is reviving a great British name.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
“The MG HS is a big, family SUV priced like a Fiesta yet more sparkly than Strictly Come Dancing’s glitterball.”
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Model reviewed: 1.5-litre petrol manual Exclusive
Score: 6 / 10
“For a private buyer wanting a new car in this class, the MG HS, with its seven-year warranty, is worth a look but the case isn’t overwhelming.”
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