MG HS 2020 review

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MG has launched the new HS model in one of the busiest parts of the Australian new car market. Competing with big-name players, the all-new MG HS model will need to offer more than just good value for buyers to consider it. So, how does it stack up?
If you plugged a computer into Australia’s car market and had it design a car, I’m fairly sure it would come up with something like the MG HS.
Does it compete in one of the hottest-selling segments in Australia? Yep, it’s a mid-size SUV. Does it compete on price? Yep, it’s impressively cheap when compared to segment favourites. Is it well specified? Yep, it ticks pretty much every box there is to tick when it comes to gear. Does it look good? Yep, it borrows key styling elements from successful rivals.
Now the tricky one: Is there more to the story? Yep, turns out there is.
See, while MG has made impressive progress with its colour-by-numbers approach to car design, selling increasingly large numbers of its MG3 hatch and ZS small SUV, it’s still had a lot of catching up to do to be considered serious competition for Australian consumers.
So, should you be wooed by the HS SUV? Does it represent true progress for a fledging competitor brand? We went to its Australian launch to find out.
This mid-size SUV is incredibly cheap for the segment.
MG has the HS stickered with drive-away prices of $30,990 for the entry-level Vibe or $34,490 for the top-spec (for now) Excite.
There’s not much between them, and generally the specification ticks off almost every box on our checklist.
Both specs get the impressive 10.1-inch touchscreen and semi-digital dash cluster which looks genuinely impressive, although you can tell where the corners have been cut. The processor for the multimedia software is painfully slow, and the screen quality is average, presenting with both glare and ghosting. The Excite gets built-in nav, but you won’t miss it. It’s extremely slow.
Both specs also get the faux leather trim everywhere, digital radio, LED DRLs, reversing camera with guiding lines, and the full safety suite (skip down to safety to see what that’s all about).
All of that for the price of a base model RAV4, Sportage, or Hyundai Tucson is undeniably good value, no matter which way you cut it.
The Excite only adds LED headlights, 1-inch larger alloy wheels (18-inch), a sport drive mode, the electric tailgate, auto wipers, the laggy nav system, and an ambient lighting package. Nothing necessary there, but the small jump in price doesn’t break the value equation either.
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@johnbradshaw5900 4 года назад

There is only one thing wrong with this car - some will never accept it because it is made by a Chinese company. I test drove one and it had an excellent interior, loads of equipment, plenty of space and it drove well. Touch point quality amazed me and was better than a lot of cars selling for a lot more. With a seven year warranty the value is remarkable. The DCT comments are interesting as our current car is a 2017 Audi A6 with a dual clutch automatic transmission and I would make the same comments but you get used to it and I still prefer it to a manual. If the PHEV price is as competitive then we are planning to buy one when it goes on sale in the UK.

@Elijah-cy9do 3 года назад

It may be manufactured by a chinese company but its designed and engineered in the UK

@lumpython5351 3 года назад

Ikr! Australia is falling that need to buy car from a third world country. How pathetic isn’t it?

@craigo2656 3 года назад

Buying an MG supports the Communist Party of China. People that care about their own economy buy products from people/companies/brands that are designed and/or developed and/or researched in their own country or ally country. The people that work for those local companies, in free democracies, then buy other products developed in their own country or ally country and that keeps their families and friends in work and making money. Stupid people buy direct from Chinese brands and send every single penny out of their country and destroy their own economy and eventually their entire free society because they are cretins and/or greedy and/or want things they can't afford, and rather than wait and save. They are happy to screw over their entire economy in the pursuit of self-gratification, selfishness, and ego. Buying CCP owned brands and products fuels Chinese R&D and weakens free economies. Your children and your children's children will suffer as a result of your choices. This is not hyperbole, it is fact.

@lumpython5351 3 года назад

@@craigo2656 that’s really pathetic, where’s your Aussie pride?

@rovercoupe7104 3 года назад

@@craigo2656 en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uyghur_genocide

@jevin_111 4 года назад

Bottom line: All of MG’s cars are pretty good looking, have good up to date tech and safety considering their price but at the expense of average performance. All round, they are decent cars for small time commuting I’d say. It being Chinese manufactured and unproven in the market yet of course will add some apprehension to buyers and yes, the quality of the car isn’t exactly great but honestly for the prices they are plus their 7 year warranty I don’t think they are a bad option at all considering most people can probably finance one at or just under 4 years. Source: Owned and driven an MG3 for over a year.

@uzeyrhassan 4 года назад

Very English car even today. Yes it's been manufactured in China as most things in the world are, but designed in the UK. This is a English icon and what a fantastic car, man I love it

@scottbennett9203 4 года назад

Comparing these to the original MGs? I have no words 🤣😂

@TheRex3011 4 года назад

@Jasbinder Singh thats because the car is C@#P

@Elijah-cy9do 3 года назад

It is mostly english but I wouldnt call it an icon

@mach2guitar 4 года назад

Bought one a week ago. Didn't like the blue on revues that iv'e seen on youtube. Soon changed my mind when i walked into the showroom. Man its a cool colour when i saw it in the flesh (metal). Its only been a week but i'm stoked! Talked the dealer down to $30,000 with 18 year old camry as trade in. I'm loving it.A real bargain.

@mikenickg4751 4 года назад

Hello, the 30k you brought it for was that the Excite or Vibe variant? I am thinking of getting this but I heard a more powerful engine might be coming sometime this year. Is there any turbo lag? How’s the ride comfort?

@mach2guitar 4 года назад

@@mikenickg4751 Excite. Australian version is only missing the panoramic sunroof and leather seats of the top of the range (Exclusive)UK version.Everything else mentioned in the review is included in our Excite.

@mach2guitar 4 года назад

@@mikenickg4751 Yes there is another trim coming.I'm not sure about the power plant. If you plant your foot at the start there is some what of a hesitation, excelerate gently from standing start no worries.Once you get rolling, exceleration is quite exhilarating. Comfort, not a problem, as comfortable as my brothers 1919 top of the range Honda CRV. if not more so. I'm speaking of the front seats now. In the back, who knows.I haven't had anyone ride there yet.

@mach2guitar 4 года назад

@@mikenickg4751 Just a little caveat to my earlier reply.When i say exceleration was exhilarating, that with just me on board no load. Go take one for a test ride.

@mach2guitar 4 года назад

@@mikenickg4751 In case you haven't seen this review. They take it for a good spin, albeit it's a manual shift. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-L9AqBJPbagk.html&lc=z23ufvmboky4vffduacdp431fa2duf4vvy2egtagcqhw03c010c

@7s29 4 года назад

These new MG's are cheap and cheerful. At the end of the car, people don't want to spend much, so these things will sell well.

@jeanvonbarberode2377 4 года назад

I am not sure, I purchased last year Skoda Karoq for 28K and Skoda is for sure better value and driving experience than this MG

@jeanvonbarberode2377 4 года назад

@Mervin Palmer The MG costs almost the same like Skoda, but it is much better value, Skoda now has in some way better quality than VW. I guess if there is a choice to buy Skoda or MG for the same money only idiot will buy MG (made in China)

@mach2guitar 4 года назад

@@jeanvonbarberode2377 How do know that .Have you driven one?

@mach2guitar 4 года назад

Sorry. I meant this as a reply to Soldat von Oberschlesien.

@mach2guitar 4 года назад

@@jeanvonbarberode2377 How do know that .Have you driven one?

@vip26970 3 года назад

If you are not a racer than extra soft suspension is a blessing.

@vignesh69841 3 года назад

As a motoring journalist I get that he has to highlight some of the flaws, but slow infotainment system, soft suspension, vague steering, and turbo lag applies to almost all the cars in this price range. Certainly my nissan qashqai has all the same flaws, but it isn't really targeted at people who care about sporty driving. I think it is a big mistake to call MG as not 'mainstream' that my be true for now, but these guys will destroy Nissan and Mitsubishi in my opinion in not much time.

@michaelburton5621 2 года назад

Mg hs is a good tow car went to Cornwell towed my caravan 340 miles no problem it done better than the jeep I had a big thanks to Mg .

@nikosoldan4136 3 года назад

Ah mate, no dial for volume but there are volume control buttons at your fingertips on the steering wheel. As for air con dial, well i think with climate control air conditioning once you set you forget! Its not a race car and it wont be built to take corners at 100klm nor take off with Nos at the touch of the accelerator pedal.....I have driven one, its very nice to drive and very quiet inside.

@澳贼 4 года назад

about the steering, apparently, he didn't read the user manual, the steering is configurable, you can adjust it to softer or harder

@jt8433 4 года назад

its obvious that the host is biased right at the start. Fair review? for you to judge.

@Everdistinct 4 года назад

Its funny to see some Aussie laughing at Chinese car makers while their auto industry is just dead. Lol

@shanniileah 4 года назад

You're a wanker.

@zealman79 4 года назад

@@shanniileah Aussies can give it out but they can't take it hahaha....holden was rubbish. Good riddance.

@shanniileah 4 года назад

@@zealman79 we can take it if it's true.. It's it's bullshit then we fight.. simple.

@williammcdonald6452 4 года назад

You can take the chinese junk bak to China. We don't want it.

@iggy5347 4 года назад

china made nearly 9 millions car last year if they tear apart and broken down they will bangkrupt right. Haval actually the best selling car in china for the last 3 years. If they broke apart then chinese cust will buy toyota or vw instead

@darbyharrison3876 4 года назад

THERE IS 3 VERSIONS OF THIS CAR (base model is the VIBE | the middle range is the EXCITE | and the top of car is the ESSENCE)

@JaegerLeMaserati 4 года назад

I saw the Essense Anfield model ... mind blowing for under $41K!

@HughesyTech 4 года назад

I can't focus cos his hair keeps blowing about.

@swanblake 4 года назад

Getting very close to.where it needs to be but still comes up a little short in my ooinion. Powertrain and tuning are its biggest weakness

@martynmorris8160 4 года назад

Nothing wrong with the powertrain

@darbyharrison3876 4 года назад

Early next year there will be a 2.0l T AWD model coming

@BadDriversOfTheIllawarra 4 года назад

Front: Mazda CX5 Rear: Mercedes GLC

@RDSyafriyar 4 года назад

Virtually every other MG vehicle under SAIC's ownership of the brand looked an awful lot like Mazda's these days.

@Tuzi523 4 года назад

What about Holden

@BadDriversOfTheIllawarra 4 года назад

@@Tuzi523 What about Holden?

@Tuzi523 4 года назад

@@BadDriversOfTheIllawarra Died

@craighill746 4 года назад

Bad Drivers Of The Illawarra indicator stalk- left handed. *gag*

@noelcahill6707 4 года назад

All the remarks you see are a mirror to hyundai and kia 20 yrs ago

@aljoubert8749 4 года назад

5 years ago not 20

@tomrobson5186 4 года назад

You are lucky in the UK these are £23000 thats about 45000 Australian dollars. I would have one if they made it electric like the MG ZS EV but with a much bigger battery

@mach2guitar 4 года назад

There is a hybrid. eHS. Not sure if its landing here though. The ZS electric will soon be here.

@amsyari 4 года назад

You are lucky as well Tom in Singapore it is SGD 130,000 that's about 74000 GBP

@vip26970 3 года назад

In Pakistan its 35000£

@tangoelgort4000 3 года назад

@@vip26970 yes taxes are 400% too

@TheMarathonomahos 9 месяцев назад

For the price, I think you get the value despite the minor polish issues

@theinvestmentcorner4914 4 года назад

MG few buttons... Car reviewer...they should have them, this is an issue....Testla does it... Car reviewers...I love this minimalist design...

@Fsrjtyttzma 4 года назад

MG “was” a good car maker, nice to see its “badge” again but that isn’t “MG” it’s Chinese company making a car with an “MG” badge in Thailand. Oh well if it drives well and is a good car who cares...

@barrierodliffe4155 4 года назад

Chinese owned but with MG design in England.

@scottbennett9203 4 года назад

Chinese Communist Party owned. Not just Chinese owned.

@johnwhite2143 2 года назад

Lovely looking motor, hoping get one of these in exclusive trim with red interior in either pearl white or red exterior alot of car for the money and you get so much kit with it too but other more expensive brands you would pay for add ons an stuff an pay so much more for the same spec, definitely fancy one of these in either manual or automatic 👌👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@cashw55 2 года назад

Yes, your money may help aid Russia fight Ukraine. So what if they don't have human rights and pollute like its a race.

@123fourfive5 4 года назад

Very promising little car. Most of the issues could be fixed with a bit of tuning for Aussie roads. LDV managed to get Walkinshaw to tune the LDV T60's suspension. It's only a matter of time before they can get this right too. That Dual Clutch lag is found on Skoda's cars too, infuriatingly. Their 7 speed DSG is horrid with 1.4L turbo to drive if it isn't on sports mode.

@jeanvonbarberode2377 4 года назад

I have purchased last July Skoda Karoq for 28K with the 7 speed DSG 1.5 TSI 110KW and I like the DSG, no problem at all, nice smooth drive, very punchy performance, just 6.8 l/100 if driving according the road rules(speed limit) nice boot and quality overall, Skoda is much better value than this MG in my point of view.

@123fourfive5 4 года назад

@@jeanvonbarberode2377 When you put your foot down, does it hesitate for a looonnggg time? Also, I don't think a 1.5L can power a small suv. I don't know what cars you usually drive but it would be far from punchy

@jeanvonbarberode2377 4 года назад

@@123fourfive5 I drive skoda karoq 1.5 TSI 110kw 7 speed DSG and it is very smooth, also DSG has sport mode so if you need really a power during the overtaking then using this mode is excellent. I can't really feel any hesitation in this model, yes I owned Octavia 2015 1.4 Tsi DSG and there was a hesitation with the DSG, but the new one , is much improved and it has very good grip.

@maheshmurali2697 4 года назад

The host's hair style looks like one of those wigs we used to wear on school dramas

@123fourfive5 4 года назад

Looks like shaggy to me

@craighill746 4 года назад

Mazda Garages?

@angryslaw9055 3 года назад

Does it have timing belt or chain??

@darbyharrison3876 4 года назад

JUST WAIT next year a 2.0L Turbo with AWD will be released and it’s called the (MG hs essence trophy

@darbyharrison3876 4 года назад

@Gary CA same

@feasy3897 3 года назад

It’s almost arrived in Pakistan but as a driver who is used to toggle indicators from the right side of the steering wheel it will be hard to be used to it

@realjohnboxall 4 года назад

It's a $25k car, max. Too many things need "ironing out". Give them 12 months.

@Ricanae205 4 года назад

China is the leading car manufacturers in terms of size and production and growing even more keeping the car industry very competitive, I like alot👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

@Neojhun 4 года назад

The more freakish thing a Chinese Auto Group will most likely be the direct competitor to Tesla in the medium term future when BEVs are the majority of Commuter "Appliances" sold. Other continents just don't get it, especially here. Asia both South Korea & China are realistically the biggest suppliers of Cells. But SK is heavily partnering with incompetent US Automakers. Leaving on the China to do everything Inhouse Vertically Interrogated.

@realjohnboxall 4 года назад

Well done, +100 to your social credit score.

@Ricanae205 4 года назад

@@realjohnboxall lol 🤣👍🏽

@jeanvonbarberode2377 4 года назад

but not in terms of quality, I would rather pay little more and get the quality but it will change after this corona virus panic, I think more people start to buy quality and China will have a little problem. More companies will get out of China, the world will change.

@Neojhun 4 года назад

@@jeanvonbarberode2377 WTF Pay More during a recession accelerated by coronavirus? You have no clue what you are talking about.

@tirathsinghc 4 года назад

SsangYong Karando is a better option, in my opinion.

@DoubtingThomas333 4 года назад

Yep, only the boot is bigger in the HS.

@hazridge 4 года назад

I wouldn't call it mid-size. It's about the same size as the Mazda CX-5, a compact SUV.

@MattyClivingthedream 3 года назад

In America it's a compact, in Australia it's a medium SUV. Australia doesn't have Explorer or Suburban to call a large SuV. The biggest SUV/4WD in Australia is the LandCruiser.

@hazridge 3 года назад

@@MattyClivingthedream The Toyota Landcruiser is considered full-size in all markets. And we do have other full-size SUVs too. Just because we don't have the Suburban or Explorer doesn't mean we don't have full-size SUVs. Also the CX-5 is based on the Mazda3 so calling it mid-size would be quite misleading.

@MattyClivingthedream 3 года назад

@@hazridge Please show me where in Australia the CX-5 is listed as a compact SUV?? You can't because you're wrong.

@hazridge 3 года назад

@@MattyClivingthedream I mean, I don't know anywhere official in Australia that lists it as compact or mid-size lol, but wouldn't you agree there's something wrong if it's based on the Mazda3 and called mid-size?

@MattyClivingthedream 3 года назад

@@hazridge Vfacts lists the CX5 as a medium size SuV and so does Mazda. Are you thinking CX3 or CX5?

@roymartinhasudungan2287 4 года назад

The calibration issue is one the chinese manufacturers need to work on. You just can not catch up decades of learning process easily to match the existing well established manufacturers.

@bigyin2586 4 года назад

Will MG bring the panoramic glass roof HS they sell in the UK market?

@darbyharrison3876 4 года назад

Yes it’s in AUS

@Oz_2024 3 года назад

MG, LDV, Chery and others are owned by SAIC Motor Corporation Limited (SAIC, formerly Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation) is a Chinese state-owned automotive design and manufacturing company headquartered in Shanghai.

@bricksandwheels 4 года назад

How about fuel consumption?

@123fourfive5 4 года назад

It's a 1.5L. It's exactly what you're expecting 😂😂

@clansman81eg 3 года назад

@@123fourfive5 it's not fuel friendly man, chinese cars are still not as good in this department

@VintageRKO 4 года назад

Impressive but not sold on the styling. Front looks like a Mazda and the rear like BMWs

@taffyftwpocoyoftl7937 4 года назад

Hey mg were all waiting for a review from Nadal Stelio

@superflea72 4 года назад

drab Aussie car reviewers are so predictable - no knob for the volume...seriously? I get accessible aircon controls, but the audio controls for cars have been on the steering wheels for ages (or that weird little stalk behind the wheel if you drive a Renault)! it would infuriate me to have to hunt around in the middle of the dash for a fricken volume control for the stereo. you talk like one of the grisled old men in some of the magazines mate, and I'm hoestly stunned that you didn't moan about the lack of a manual transmission option!

@Deso958 3 года назад

Looks similar to a 2012 Mazda CX5 but with better tech

@maxt3590 4 года назад

Back is Mercedes Front is Mazda Interior is Audi Price is Hyundai

@BarryMaskell 4 года назад

Resale is Great Wall or LDV

@taztazgameplay3575 4 года назад

What about the second row seat.. Why??? You re not guru..

@M888_KDH 4 года назад

Tom is a solid 7.1 😍 (really bad hair though)

@johnlee2540 4 года назад

Probably good for 120k miles

@gordonjohnson2497 3 года назад

Same engine as GM ecotec, 7 yr unlimited km warranty

@mharro88 2 года назад

I've done 150ks no issues

@ddiegocafferatta8813 3 года назад

Would you prefer a MG ZST or MG HS?

@electricdiesel1993 8 месяцев назад

I rather push my MG Metro 6R4 AWD than to hop on any MG ZST & HS

@mikenickg4751 4 года назад

Thanks for the review, your more detailed than others on here and thank you for mentioning the negative points to.

@barrierodliffe4155 4 года назад

Too bad he did not read the handbook to find out what it is really like.

@pgilb70 4 года назад

Yup, that's a total CX5 knock off.

@karen141257 3 года назад

i hv a mg love it

@alexandermin2109 3 года назад

That is chinese bmw x2

@BarryMaskell 4 года назад

Is there a Hong Kong, Taiwan version ?

@nomankiller3736 3 года назад

I love mg cars

@ajax2020. 2 года назад

10 inch is big

@ausspcpc1768 4 года назад

I TOTALLY LOVE IT!

@Hope2421 4 года назад

The new SsangYong Korando is a better comparison I think with the SsangYong out on top.

@MarioGoatse 4 года назад

Apparently these all come with one of those little gold "Made In China" stickers.

@MarioGoatse 4 года назад

Chris P Bacon Apparently American made cars come with extra wide seats that can handle up to 400 lbs per ass cheek. Every 4th of July they automatically play the Star Spangled Banner when you hop in, and say "Never Forget" on 9/11.

@angyeon 4 года назад

My Chinese friend was laughing at me when I asked him about MG........

@FeelFree3 4 года назад

What did he laugh for?

@yangkida7100 3 года назад

Alright mate, what they laughed for?

@electricdiesel1993 8 месяцев назад

This MG HS is brought to you by King Charles and Prince Harry's Spare

@Thunder_Edit 3 года назад

Raja Shahzad

@rajivananfrancis1683 4 года назад

Lets hope the EV version is not a long way off....

@maxd4968 4 года назад

Hahahaha

@roys3538 3 года назад

nice car ...lame review

@michaelb9664 4 года назад

I’ll stick with my ZR and ZT-T thanks.

@Thunder_Edit 3 года назад

Shehzaad

@Thunder_Edit 3 года назад

Khurram Shahzad

@kchiasong1 4 года назад

Magnifique

@tjkim8788 3 года назад

Car may be nothing wrong but we just don't like Chinise government

@dewantausifyarchowdhury2449 4 года назад

I don't like it

@scottbennett9203 4 года назад

Anyone who supports the Chinese Communist Party who ultimately owns SAIC motors has a complete disregard for all those who have suffered and continue to suffer under the CCP. Plenty of cheap alternatives such as Ssangyong, Suzuki, Mahindra etc.

@view_360_Andrew 3 года назад

Rubbish

@rahatyaqoob1830 3 года назад

@p.j.6838 4 года назад

These guy has no idea about cars

@bestofthebest3821 3 года назад

a chinese car disguised as britton...that grill its beatiful though

@kino1298 4 года назад

End of the day...it is CHINESE...

@MrPhilgos 4 года назад

Haha. Can't stop chuckling at your xenophobia. Nissan, Hyundai, Fiat Chrysler and others are currently closing production lines because of a shortage of chinese parts. [covid19]. You see, Ben, the global village is now so pervasive [and out of sight, until revealed by, say, this virus], that finger pointing at nations is less and less possible without egging your face. True, as this vid points out, Chinese cars lack that final nuance for Oz conditions, yet mums and dads will not care a toss when they see what their dollars give. Those bastard Yanks GM Holden ran off with $270 thousand million dollars of OUR money and so ,for me, deserve out VITRIOL far more.

@Neojhun 4 года назад

If it ain't cheap, it must be good. When it comes to chinese products you get what you pay. Everything Uber Luxury Highend to Cheap Dangerous. These seems like the middle ground.

@zealman79 4 года назад

Still Holden on are we? Naww, there there pet.

@mritchie85 4 года назад

@MrPhilgos your right mate, everything is made in China these days from IPads to Sony TVs plus they have been building cars for years now in partnership with western manufacturers. MG is backed by SAIC who are the biggest car maker in China. People say the same things about Chinese cars as they did about Korea cars and now the Koreans have taken over Huge swathes of many markets.