Update, November 4: 2022 MG HS Plus EV Plug-in Hybrid prices increase
gave 2022 MG HS Plus EV Plug-in Hybrid The mid-size SUV has seen a price hike for the fourth time this year.
It’s now priced from $49,690 drive-away for the entry-level Excite and $52,690 drive-away for the flagship Essence – up $1000 from the previous hike on July 1.
Our original story, below, has been updated to reflect this change.
Snapshot
- The MGHS Corps was dropped from the local range.
- The medium SUV now starts at $31,990 driveaway.
- The price increases for the non-hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants.
Cost of admission to one 2022 MGHS The mid-size SUV has increased by $1000, with the entry-level core being deleted from the local range.
Talking with The wheelsan MG Motor Australia spokesperson confirmed that the Core – priced at $30,990 drive-away – had been discontinued from the HS line-up.
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It previously held the most affordable position in the range, with a sub-$30k list price achieved with cloth upholstery, a polyurethane steering wheel and a basic four-speaker sound system.
With the cover done away with, the HS medium SUV range now opens with the slightly more expensive HS Vibe, advertised at $31,990 driveaway.
While the prices of the new base variants remain unchanged, the Excite, Excite X, Essence, Essence Anfield and Essence X grades are $1000 more expensive.
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Above: 2021 MGHS Cover
Meanwhile, the price of the MG HS Plus EV plug-in hybrid has risen by $2700 across the board since an updated model launched in March 2022, bringing in a more affordable Excite variant.
Metallic paint is now standard for the plug-in hybrid, with the deletion of the non-metallic Clipper Blue finish.
No specification changes have been made for the existing HS variants in 2022.
Watch our video review of MG HS Essence X above, or read the written review here.
2022 MG HS Pricing
All prices are drive away.
| Model | Pricing (Drive Away) |
|---|---|
| The HS vibe | $31,990 |
| HS Excite | $35,990 |
| HS Excite X | $38,990 |
| HS Essence | $39,990 |
| HS Essence Enfield | $41,690 |
| HS Essence X | $43,990 |
| HS Plus EV Excite | $49,690 (+$1000) |
| HS Plus EV Essence | $52,690 (+$1000) |
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2022 MG HS Features
The vibe
| 17 inch alloy wheels |
| 10.1-inch infotainment system |
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (wired only) |
| Semi-digital instrument cluster |
| Six speaker audio system |
| Four USB-A ports (2x front and back) |
| Manual air conditioning |
| Leather upholstery |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shifter |
| Front center console with cooling |
| Rear air vents |
| Halogen headlights |
| Front fog lights |
| LED daytime running lamps |
| LED tail lights |
| Reverse camera with rear parking sensor |
| Keyless entry with push button start |
| Heated, electric door mirrors. |
Excite and Excite X, apart from the Vibe
| 18 inch alloy wheels |
| LED headlights |
| Satellite navigation |
| Rain-sensing wipers |
| Electric tailgate |
| Sequential back pointers |
| Dual zone climate control |
| Alloy pedals |
| ‘Super Sport’ drive mode |
| Paddle shifters |
| Ambient interior lighting. |
Excite plus Essence and Essence X
| 360 degree camera |
| Two-tone leather sports seats. |
| Heated front seats. |
| Panoramic sunroof |
| Six-way power adjustable driver’s seat |
| Four-way power adjustable passenger seat. |
Essence Enfield, apart from Essence
| Red leather upholstery |
| Standard metallic paint (black or white). |
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Plus EV Excite (PHEV)
| 17 inch alloy wheels |
| 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster |
| 10.1-inch infotainment system |
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (wired only) |
| Satellite navigation |
| Six speaker audio system |
| Four USB-A ports (2x front and back) |
| Dual zone air conditioning |
| Six-way power adjustable driver’s seat |
| PU/PVC (like plastic) upholstery |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shifter |
| Front center console with cooling |
| Rain-sensing wipers |
| Rear air vents |
| Halogen headlights |
| LED daytime running lamps |
| LED tail lights |
| Reverse camera with rear parking sensor |
| Keyless entry with push button start |
| Electric door mirrors |
| Tire repair kit. |
Plus EV Essence (PHEV)
| 18 inch alloy wheels |
| LED headlights |
| Sequential back pointers |
| Front fog lights |
| Panoramic sunroof |
| Electric tailgate |
| 360 degree camera |
| Two-tone leather sports seats. |
| Four-way power adjustable passenger seat. |
| Ambient interior lighting |
| Alloy pedals |
| Welcome lights |
| Heated, electric door mirrors. |
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Engine, drivetrain and fuel economy
As standard, the MG HS is powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 119kW of power and 250Nm of torque.
The powertrain is mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.
All-wheel drive is standard on Excite X and Essence X models, which is upgraded to a 168kW/360Nm 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with a six-speed dual-clutch automatic.
The plug-in hybrid MGHS Plus EV returns to front-wheel drive, with a 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine, an electric motor on the front axle, and a 16.6kWh lithium-ion battery.
It is mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission, split between a conventional six-speed unit for the petrol engine and a four-speed electronic drive unit for the electric motor.
Combined outputs are 189kW of power and 370Nm of torque.
Fuel economy figures can be found in the following table:
| 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol FWD | 7.3L/100km |
| 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol AWD | 9.5L/100km |
| 1.5-litre petrol-electric FWD | 1.7L/100km |
Safety
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The non-hybrid MGHS is covered by a five-star ANCAP safety rating based on tests conducted in 2019.
Plug-in hybrid variants have not been tested.
Six airbags (dual front, dual side and dual curtain) are available across the range.
All variants include the following active safety equipment as standard:
| Autonomous emergency brake |
| Forward collision warning |
| Lane Keep Assist |
| Adaptive cruise control |
| Help in traffic jams |
| Blind spot alert |
| Rear cross traffic alert |
| Auto high beam |
| Traffic sign recognition |
| Door opening warning. |
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Dimensions
The MG HS has a wheelbase of 2720mm, and is 4574mm long, 1876mm wide and 1685mm high.
Warranty and Servicing
In line with the wider MG range, the HS is covered by the brand’s seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty along with free roadside assistance during the warranty period.
The HS Plus EV includes a seven-year, unlimited kilometer battery warranty.
The HS range offers limited cost servicing for seven years.