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    2020 MG HS

    New from

    $29,990 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    Good

    Safety Rating

    5

    Warranty

    6 year, unlimited km

    Fuel Efficiency

    7.3 / 100km

    About the MG HS

    Last updated Sep 27, 2025

    The new MG HS is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $29,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Vibe variant and topping out at $38,680 for the Essence Anfield Edition.

    There are 4 variants of the HS available in Australia and this generation went on sale in March of 2021.

    Engine options include 1.5L turbo petrol direct injection (119kW/250Nm) and 1.5L turbo (119kW/250Nm). Available with 7-speed automatic or manual transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    The new 2020 HS is offered with a 6 year, unlimited km warranty.

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    Power to Weight
    76.77 kW/t
    59.56 kW/t
    165.63 kW/t
    Boot Space
    463 litres
    128 litres
    720 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    7.3 L/100km
    1.5 L/100km
    10.4 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    753 km
    658 km
    1,170 km
    Price
    $29,990 - $38,680
    $24,990
    $92,900
    Warranty (Years)
    6 years
    2 years
    7 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    New this year - 4 years
    1 year
    3 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    6 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,989 kg
    1,835 kg
    2,960 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    750 kg
    480 kg
    3,000 kg
    Approach Angle
    19°
    16.7°
    29.9°
    Departure Angle
    28°
    16.4°
    32.2°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    145 mm
    145 mm
    236 mm

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    2020 MG HS Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the MG HS

    Vibe

    • Audio
      • Connection External Usb Front
      • Number Of Speakers: 6
      • Remote Control Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
      • System Colour Screen
      • System Digital Radio
      • System Radio Type: Am/fm
      • System Touch Screen
    • Body exterior
      • Body Type: Suv
      • Local Body Type: Suv
      • Local Number Of Doors: 5
      • Number Of Doors: 5
      • Roof Spoiler Location: Roof
      • Wheelbase Type: Short
    • Brakes
      • Number Of Disc Brakes: 4
      • Number Of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
    • Calculated
      • Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 76.77
    • Convenience
      • Adaptive Cruise Control
      • Bluetooth Includes Music Streaming
      • Bluetooth Includes Phone Connection
      • Cruise Control Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
      • Driver Vanity Mirror Illuminated
      • Driver Vanity Mirror Location: Driver
      • Front Entertainment Display Screen Location: Front
      • Front Entertainment Display Screen Size: 10.1
      • Front Touch Entertainment Display Screen
      • Media Control Touch Screen
      • Mobile Integration Android Auto
      • Mobile Integration Apple Carplay
      • Parking Assistance Rear Location: Rear
      • Parking Assistance Rear Type: Guidance Display
      • Parking Distance System Rear Location: Rear
      • Parking Distance System Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
      • Passenger Vanity Mirror Illuminated
      • Passenger Vanity Mirror Location: Passenger
      • Power Outlet Front Location (12v): Front
      • Smart Card/smart Key Includes Keyless Entry
      • Smart Card/smart Key Includes Keyless Start
      • Smart Card/smart Key Type: Automatic
    • Dimensions
      • Approach Angle: 19.0
      • Cargo Capacity Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’s Own
      • Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down (l): 1287
      • Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 463
      • Departure Angle: 28.0
      • Front Track (mm): 1574
      • Overall Height (mm): 1685
      • Overall Length (mm): 4574
      • Overall Width (mm): 1876
      • Rear Track (mm): 1593
      • Wheelbase (mm): 2720
    • Doors
      • Driver Door Location: Driver
      • Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
      • Passenger Door Location: Passenger
      • Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
      • Rear Door Type: Lifting Gate
      • Rear Driver Door Location: Rear Driver
      • Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
      • Rear Passenger Door Location: Rear Passenger
      • Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
    • Fuel
      • Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
      • Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 55
      • Fuel Tanks Main Type: Total
      • Fuel Type Octane Number: 95
      • Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
      • Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
      • Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
    • Instrumentation
      • Computer Average Fuel Consumption
      • Computer Average Speed
      • Dashboard Centre 1 Display Screen Location: Dashboard Centre 1
      • Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen Display
      • Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 10.1
      • Low Tire Pressure Indicator Displays Pressure Reading
    • Interior trim
      • Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Alloy Look
      • Luxury Trim On Doors: Leather
      • Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
      • Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Alloy & Synthetic Leather
      • Upholstery Color: Black
    • Lights
      • Headlight Control Auto Highbeam
      • Headlight Control Dusk Sensor
      • Headlight Control Height Adjustment: Manual
      • Headlights Bulb Type High Beam: Halogen
      • Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Halogen
      • Headlights Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
      • Led Brake Lights Location: Brake Lights
      • Led Lights Daytime Running Location: Day Time Running Lights
      • Rear Led Lights Location: Rear Lights
    • Locks
      • Power Locks Includes Power Windows
      • Power Locks Operation: Card Key
    • Paint
      • External Color: Black
      • Type: Gloss
    • Performance
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 753
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 7.3
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 13.7
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 6.2
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 16.1
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 9.2
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 10.9
      • Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 7.3
      • Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 190
      • Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 118
      • Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 162
      • Power Maximum Power (kw): 119
      • Power Maximum Torque (nm): 250
      • Power Primary Or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
      • Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5600
      • Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1700
    • Safety
      • Anti Collision System Activates Brake Lights
      • Anti Collision System Auto Emergency Braking
      • Anti Collision System Brakes At Low Speed: Front
      • Anti Collision System Pedestrian Cyclist Avoidance System
      • Anti Collision System Visual Acoustic Warning
      • Autonomous Drive Active Lane Control
      • Autonomous Drive Level: 2 - Partial Automation
      • Autonomous Drive Traffic Sign Response
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Date Tested: 20191218
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Overall: 5.00
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Pedestrian: Acceptable
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Standard: Ancap
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Version Tested: 1.5 Litre Petrol Rhd
      • Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
      • Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
      • Front Seat Belts Driver Height Adjustable
      • Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
      • Front Seat Belts Passenger Height Adjustable
      • Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
      • Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
      • Head Restraints Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
      • Head Restraints Rear Seats Number: 3
      • Lane Departure Warning Activates Steering
      • Number Of Airbags: 4
      • Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Type: Sensor
      • Rear Seat Belts Center Seat Position: Centre
      • Rear Seat Belts Center Type: 3-point
      • Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
      • Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
      • Side Airbag Front Location: Front
    • Service
      • Intermediate Service Distance (km): 10000
      • Intermediate Service Period (months): 12
    • Steering
      • Power Steering Variable Rack
      • Power Steering Vehicle Speed Proportional
      • Steering Wheel Height Adjustment
      • Steering Wheel Multi Function
      • Steering Wheel Telescopic Adjustment
      • Steering Wheel Type: Alloy & Leather
    • Storage
      • Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
      • Cup Holders Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
    • Suspension
      • Suspension Front Location: Front
      • Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
      • Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar
      • Suspension Front Type: Strut
      • Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
      • Suspension Rear Location: Rear
      • Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
      • Suspension Rear Stabilizer Bar
      • Suspension Rear Type: Multi-link
      • Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
    • Ventilation
      • Air Conditioning Type: Manual
      • Ventilation System Digital Display
      • Ventilation System Heater Type: Combustion
    • Visibility
      • Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights
      • Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
      • Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Driver
      • Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
      • Front Electric Windows: Front
      • Heated Driver Door Mirrors/cameras
      • Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras
      • Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
      • Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights
      • Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
      • Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Passenger
      • Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
      • Rear Electric Windows: Rear
      • Rear View Mirror/camera Auto Dimming
      • Rear View Window Type: Fixed
      • Rear View Window Wipers: Constant
    • Warranty
      • Anti-corrosion Distance (km): Unlimited
      • Anti-corrosion Duration (months): 72
      • Oem Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
      • Oem Powertrain Duration (months): 72
      • Roadside Assistance Distance (km): Unlimited
      • Roadside Assistance Duration (months): 72
      • Total Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
      • Total Powertrain Duration (months): 72
      • Total Whole Vehicle Distance (km): Unlimited
      • Total Whole Vehicle Duration (months): 72
      • Whole Vehicle Oem Distance (km): Unlimited
      • Whole Vehicle Oem Duration (months): 72
    • Weights
      • Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1550
      • Tare Weight (kg): 1516
    • Wheels
      • Front Wheels Location: Front
      • Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
      • Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
      • Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.0
      • Front Wheels Tire Location: Front
      • Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
      • Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
      • Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
      • Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
      • Front Wheels Two Tone
      • Rear Wheels Location: Rear
      • Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
      • Rear Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
      • Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.0
      • Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
      • Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
      • Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
      • Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
      • Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
      • Rear Wheels Two Tone

    Excite

    Adds to Vibe:
    • Audio
      • System Audio Player Reads Mp3
      • Total Number Of Front Usb Connections: 1
    • Convenience
      • Front Usb Charging Port Location: Front
      • Navigational Systems Controls: Touch Screen
      • Navigational Systems Information Type: 3d And Voice
      • Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 10.1
      • Number Of Front Usb Charging Port: 2
      • Number Of Rear Usb Charging Port: 2
      • Rear Usb Charging Port Location: Rear
    • Dimensions
      • External Dimensions Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 73.9
      • Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 145
      • Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 1876
    • Lights
      • Headlights Bulb Type High Beam: Led
      • Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Led
      • High Beam Led Lights Location: High Beam
      • Low Beam Led Lights Location: Low Beam
    • Performance
      • Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4400
    • Safety
      • Anti Collision System Operates Above 50 Km/h
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Adult Occupant Score: 92.00
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Child Occupant Score: 83.00
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Pedestrian Score: 64.00
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Rating Year: 2019
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Safety Assist Score: 77.00
      • Lane Departure Warning Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 60
      • Lane Departure Warning Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 37
      • Overtaking Sensor Active Without Turn Signal
    • Ventilation
      • Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
      • Climate Control - Number Of Zones: 2
      • Secondary Ventilation Controls Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
    • Visibility
      • Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers
    • Warranty
      • Roadside Assistance Duration (months): 60
    • Weights
      • Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 750
      • Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
      • Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1989
    • Wheels
      • Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
      • Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.5
      • Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
      • Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
      • Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
      • Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.5
      • Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
      • Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
    Removes from Vibe:
    • Lights
      • Headlights Bulb Type High Beam: Halogen
      • Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Halogen
    • Performance
      • Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1700
    • Ventilation
      • Air Conditioning Type: Manual
    • Warranty
      • Roadside Assistance Duration (months): 72
    • Wheels
      • Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
      • Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.0
      • Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
      • Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
      • Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
      • Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
      • Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.0
      • Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
      • Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
      • Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215

    Essence

    Adds to Excite:
    • Convenience
      • Parking Distance System Front Location: Front
      • Parking Distance System Front Type: Sensor & Camera
      • Parking Distance System Side Location: Side
      • Parking Distance System Side Type: Sensor & Camera
    • Roof
      • Front Sunroof Location: Front
      • Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
      • Front Sunroof Type: Glass

    Essence Anfield Edition

    Adds to Essence:
    • Convenience
      • Illuminated Entry System Logo Projection
    • Interior trim
      • Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Leather
      • Upholstery Color: Red
    • Paint
      • Type: Metallic
    Removes from Essence:
    • Interior trim
      • Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Alloy Look
      • Upholstery Color: Black
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
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    2020 MG HS Fuel Economy

    There are 1 different fuel economy figures for the MG HS

    The most fuel efficient MG HS is the Essence Anfield Edition with a 7-speed Automatic which is powered by a 1.5L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection and uses 7.3L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

    MG HSFuel TypeCombined
    1.5L, 7-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWDPremium Unleaded7.3 L/100km
    1.5L, 7-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWDPremium Unleaded7.3 L/100km
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    Cost of ownership

    What are the running and servicing costs of a MG HS?

    The MG HS has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first.

    2020 MG HS Warranty

    What is the warranty on a MG HS?

    The MG HS offers a 6 year unlimited km 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.

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    MG HS FAQs

    The cheapest MG HS is the Vibe that starts from $29,990.

    The most expensive MG HS is the Essence Anfield Edition that starts from $38,680.

    The best towing capacity of a MG HS is 750 kg offered by the following variants: Excite, Essence and Essence Anfield Edition.

    The largest MG HS is the Excite which measures 1876mm wide, 4574mm in length and sits 1685mm tall.

    The most powerful MG HS is the Excite which has 119kW of power from its 1.5L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.

    The MG HS is built in China and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest MG HS is the Excite which weighs 1989 kg (kerb weight).

    The MG HS uses Premium Unleaded.