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MG HS Essence (2020) price & specs
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Essence
Overview
The 2020 MG HS Essence is a front-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 2nd March 2021. The MG HS is regarded as a small SUV built in China with prices starting at $36,990 before on-road costs.
This MG HS is powered by a 1.5L 4-cylinder engine that has 119 kW of power (at 5600 rpm) and 250 Nm of torque (at 4400 rpm) via a Seven-speed Automatic transmission. MG claims the HS Essence uses 7.3L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 170g of CO2. It has a 55L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 753km per full tank
The MG HS measures 1685mm (66.3 inches) in height, 4574mm (180.1 inches) in length, 1876mm (73.9 inches) in width with a 2720mm (107.1 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1550kg (3417.2 lbs) of unladen weight. The HS Essence comes standard with 235/50 R18 front tyres and 235/50 R18 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 72 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2020 MG HS Essence has a 145mm ground clearance with a 750kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
76.77 kW/t
59.56 kW/t
113.45 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
$56,390
Warranty (Years)
6 years
5 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 5 years
1 year
4 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
230 mm
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Dimensions
4,574 mm
1,876 mm
inc mirror: 1,876 mm
inc mirror: 1,876 mm
1,685 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,574 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,876 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 1,876 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm |
| Load Capacity | 439 mm |
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Explore MG HS Features & Specs
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 10.1
Front Touch Screen: yes
Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 144
CO2 Level (Combined): 170
CO2 Level (Urban): 214
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1490
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 15e4e
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.1
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.1
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 753
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 468
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 32
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 46
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 38
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 10.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 26
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.3
Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 190
Maximum Speed (mph): 118
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 162
Maximum Power (kW): 119
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4400
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: TST
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Rear Two Tone: yes
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 45.5
Rear Seat Down (L): 1287
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 463
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 62.0
Front Track (mm): 1574
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 145
Overall Height (in): 66.3
Overall Height (mm): 1685
Overall Length (in): 180.1
Overall Length (mm): 4574
Overall Width (in): 73.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 73.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 1876
Overall Width (mm): 1876
Rear Track (in): 62.7
Rear Track (mm): 1593
Wheelbase (in): 107.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2720
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 19.0
Departure Angle: 28.0
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1653
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1989
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4385
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1550
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3417
Tare Weight (kg): 1516
Audio System
Audio Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Leather
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy & Synthetic Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 92.00
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 83.00
ANCAP Date Tested: 20191218
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: Acceptable
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 64.00
ANCAP Rating Year: 2019
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 77.00
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.5 Litre Petrol Rhd
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 60
Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 37
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 3
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 12
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