2025 MG HS: Pricing, Specifications, and What to Expect

2024-09-03

The 2025 MG HS family SUV has made its debut in Australia, boasting significant updates and enhancements compared to its predecessor. With price increases of up to $7,000, the new model offers a larger body, improved features, and a fresh design to compete in the crowded SUV market. Here's everything you need to know about the latest MG HS.

Pricing and Availability

The new 2025 MG HS is arriving in Australian showrooms now, starting with petrol-only models. A plug-in hybrid variant is expected to join the lineup next year, along with a hybrid model that will compete with the likes of the Toyota RAV4.

Here’s a breakdown of the drive-away pricing for the new MG HS range:

HS Vibe 1.5-litre turbo-petrol: $33,990 (up $4,000)
HS Excite 1.5-litre turbo-petrol: $36,990 (up $5,000)
HS Essence 1.5-litre turbo-petrol: $40,990 (up $7,000)

Note: All prices are drive-away.

Bigger and Better: What's New in the 2025 MG HS?

The new MG HS is based on the Roewe RX5, an SUV launched by MG’s parent company in its domestic market two years ago. The 2025 MG HS features distinct MG styling elements, including a unique front fascia, wheels, door handles, and a customized interior. It also boasts a larger body, with dimensions of 4655mm in length, 1890mm in width, and 1655mm in height. The wheelbase measures 2765mm, offering more space for passengers and cargo, with a boot capacity of 507 litres.

Compared to its predecessor, the 2025 MG HS is 81mm longer, 14mm wider, and has a 45mm longer wheelbase, providing more interior room. The boot space has also increased by 44 litres, making it a practical choice for families and adventure enthusiasts.

Performance and Efficiency

Under the hood, the 2025 MG HS is powered by a reworked 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, delivering 125kW of power and 275Nm of torque—an increase of 6kW and 25Nm over the previous model. This engine is paired with a new seven-speed 'wet' dual-clutch automatic transmission, designed for smoother performance. The new MG HS offers improved fuel efficiency, with a claimed consumption rate of 6.9L/100km, down from 7.3L/100km in the outgoing model.

Standard Features Across All Models

The 2025 MG HS comes well-equipped across all variants, ensuring a comfortable and connected driving experience. Standard features on the base-model HS Vibe include:

18-inch alloy wheels
Dual 12.3-inch screens for digital instruments and infotainment, with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
LED headlights and LED daytime-running lights
Autonomous emergency braking
Adaptive cruise control
Lane-keep and lane-centering assists
Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert
Keyless entry and start
Air conditioning with PM2.5 dust filter

Stepping Up: HS Excite and HS Essence

For those looking for more luxury and advanced features, the Excite and Essence variants add a host of enhancements:

HS Excite ($36,990 drive-away):

19-inch alloy wheels
Synthetic leather-look (PVC vinyl) seat upholstery
360-degree camera
In-built satellite navigation
iSmart phone app access (12 months free)
Front fog lights

HS Essence ($40,990 drive-away):

Panoramic sunroof with electric opening
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Power-operated tailgate
Heated front seats
Memory and power-adjustable functions for the driver’s seat
Wireless smartphone charging
Power-folding side mirrors with memory function
Rear privacy glass

Conclusion

The 2025 MG HS represents a significant step forward for the brand, offering more space, power, and features than its predecessor. Despite the price increases, the added equipment and enhancements make it a compelling choice for buyers in the family SUV segment. With the petrol-only models arriving now and hybrid options on the horizon, the MG HS is poised to attract a wide range of customers looking for a stylish, practical, and tech-savvy SUV. Keep an eye out for the new MG HS in showrooms and experience the latest offering from this dynamic brand.