The MG HS is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Chinese automobile manufacturer SAIC Motor under the British MG Motor.
The second generation HS was launched in 2024 as a rebranded and redesigned version of the Chinese market second generation Roewe RX5.
First generation (AS23; 2018)
The first generation HS is the production model of the concept MG X-Motion. It debuted at the 2018 Beijing Auto Show.
Engine options of the MG HS include a 1.5-litre inline-four
turbocharger petrol engine producing , and a 2.0-litre inline-four turbo petrol engine, producing .
Safety
The HS is equipped with a standard emergency braking system and lane assist, bundled in the MG Pilot kit. Cars are fitted with automatic dual-clutch transmission (DCT) and are also augmented with a traffic jam, which can track the vehicle up to in front of them. The adaptive cruise control system is also given along with eight airbags, hill descent control (HDC), antilock braking system (ABS) and electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD). It was rated with five stars by
Euro NCAP tests.
eHS / HS Plug-in / HS PHEV
The
plug-in hybrid version of the HS is the first model to feature MG’s all-new hybrid powertrain, which comprises a
turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, a battery pack and a
electric motor. It is mated to a 10-speed
EDU II transmission, which consists of 6-speed automatic transmission for the internal combustion engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission for the electric motor.
Its powertrain generates a maximum output of ( in the United Kingdom) and of torque ( in the UK), enough for a 0-to-100 km/h time of 5.8 seconds (6.9 seconds in the UK) and a maximum all-electric range of .
In Thailand, It generates a maximum output of and of torque, enough for a time of 7.5 seconds and a maximum all-electric range of .
In Australia, it produces and , and offers of all-electric range.
File:MG HS PHEV IMG 5526.jpg|2021 MG HS PHEV (Germany)
File:MG HS PHEV IMG 5522.jpg|Rear view (Germany)
File:MG EHS IMG 6323.jpg|MG eHS
Facelift
In September 2020, the facelifted HS made its appearance at the 2020
Auto China in
Beijing as the
MG Pilot (). The Pilot, which is often also translated as Navigator, is the name given to the mid-life facelift of the HS, featuring the "third-generation design language" according to SAIC. The Pilot and the second-generation MG 5 are the first models to feature the newer MG family design language.
The MG Pilot is longer, and taller than the HS, being long and tall.
File:MG Pilot IMG001.jpg|MG Pilot (China)
File:MG Pilot IMG002.jpg|Rear view (Pilot; facelift)
File:2023 MG HS 1X7A2510.jpg|2023 MG HS (facelift)
File:2023 MG HS 1X7A2509.jpg|Rear view (HS; facelift)
Powertrain
+Specs
!Model!!Years!!Layout!!Engine!!Transmission!!Power!!Torque!!0–100 km/h
(0–62 mph)
(Official)!!Top speed |
| HS | 2018–present | FWD | 1.5L Turbo I4 | 6-speed manual | at 5,600 rpm | at 1,700–4,400 rpm | 9.4s | |
| 7-speed DCT | 9.7s |
| 2.0L Turbo I4 | 6-speed DCT | at 5,300 rpm | at 2,500–4,000 rpm | 8.1s-8.2s | |
| AWD | 8.6-8.8s |
Markets
Asia
Indonesia
The HS was the second MG Motors product in Indonesia to debut in Indonesia on 13 August 2020, with two trim levels available at launch: Excite and Ignite. The Indonesian-spec HS is imported from Thailand, it is offered with a 1.5-litre FFV turbocharged petrol engine paired to a DCT for all variants.
The Magnify i-SMART trim was added in June 2021.
The facelifted HS debuted in Indonesia on 25 January 2023 with trim levels and powertrain options remain unchanged from the pre-facelift model.
Malaysia
The MG HS went on sale in Malaysia on 22 November 2024, with two variants: Standard and Lux; it is powered by a 1.5-litre FFV turbocharged petrol engine paired to a DCT.
Pakistan
MG HS was launch on late 2020, with two variants and two powertrain options: a 1.5-litre LFV turbocharged petrol and a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid. Later in 2023, MG Pakistan started manufacturing Essence variant with powertrain option:1.5-litre LFV turbocharged petrol locally in Pakistan. It is claimed the best crossover SUV in its league in Pakistan. On the 2 May 2024, another variant was launched that came with the powertrain 2.0 litre turbocharged AWD. Taking the total number of launched variants according to powertrain to three: FWD (1.5T, PHEV) and AWD (2.0T).
Philippines
The MG HS was launched in the Philippines on 17 March 2022, with two trim levels available: Alpha and Trophy; it is powered by a 1.5-litre FFV turbocharged petrol paired to a DCT.
Singapore
The HS was introduced alongside the ZS EV in Singapore on 9 January 2020 at the 2020 Singapore Motor Show, as part of MG Motors return in Singapore. It is available solely in the Exclusive trim, it is powered by a 1.5-litre LFV turbocharged petrol engine.
The PHEV option was made available in Singapore in December 2021.
Taiwan
The MG HS was launched in Taiwan on 28 July 2022, with two variants and two powertrain options: a 1.5-litre LFV turbocharged petrol and a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid.
Thailand
The HS was launched in Thailand on 25 September 2019, with three trim levels available: C, D and X, all variants are powered by a 1.5-litre FFV turbocharged petrol engine paired to a DCT. All HS variants are locally assembled in Thailand.
The PHEV option was made available in Thailand in October 2020.
The facelifted HS debuted in Thailand on 21 March 2022 with trim levels and powertrain options remain unchanged from the pre-facelift model.
Vietnam
The HS was launched in Vietnam on 17 July 2020, imported from China, with two trim levels available: Sport and Trophy. Two powertrains are available: a 1.5-litre LFV turbocharged petrol (front wheel drive) and a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol (all wheel drive).
The facelifted HS debuted in Vietnam on 28 January 2024 and marked return of the HS in the country after 16 months off sale. Unlike the pre-facelift model, the facelifted HS is imported from Thailand instead of China. It was available in two trim levels: DEL and LUX; it is powered by a 1.5-litre FFV turbocharged petrol engine.
Australia
The HS was introduced in Australia in November 2019, imported from China, with two trim levels available at launch: Vibe and Excite, both variants are powered by a 1.5-litre LFV turbocharged petrol engine.
The entry-level Core and flagship Essence trim levels were later added to the range.
In July 2020, a special edition Essence Anfield was introduced to celebrate Liverpool F.C winning the 2019–20 Premier League season. Exterior changes are minimal, while the interior has a black and red coloured dashboard and leather upholstery.
In March 2021, two new powertrains were added to the range: a 1.5-litre PHEV petrol plug-in hybrid and a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol (with standard all-wheel drive).
In August 2022, the entry-level Core trim was discontinued.
In July 2023, the Excite X and Essence Anfield trim levels were both discontinued.
Europe
The HS made its European debut starting in the UK in October 2019. In Europe, it is available with either 1.5-litre LFV turbocharged petrol and a 1.5-litre PHEV petrol plug-in hybrid powertrains.
Mexico
The HS was introduced alongside the ZS and MG 5 in Mexico on 21 October 2020, marking the return of MG Motors in Mexico after 15 years. The HS is available in Excite and Trophy trim levels, it is powered by a 1.5-litre LFV turbocharged petrol paired to a DCT.
The facelifted HS debuted in Mexico on 22 April 2023, which saw the introduction of the 1.5-litre PHEV petrol plug-in hybrid in the country.
Middle East
The MG HS was launched in the GCC markets in 2020. It is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine and is offered in two trim levels COM and LUX.
The facelifted HS was launched in GCC markets in June 2023, with the 1.5-litre PHEV petrol plug-in hybrid option was added in the region.
Second generation (2024)
The second generation HS was unveiled on 11 July 2024 at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The second generation MG HS was based heavily on the third generation Roewe RX5. The petrol-powered and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions are being launched at first and joined with a hybrid variant in 2025. The PHEV version will have an estimated electric range of .
Markets
Australia
The second-generation HS was launched in Australia on 3 September 2024 with three trim levels: Vibe, Excite and Essence. At launch, all variants are powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine.
In June 2025, the 1.5-litre Super Hybrid turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid option went on sale in Australia for the Excite and Essence trims.
In July 2025, the 1.5-litre Hybrid+ turbocharged petrol hybrid option went on sale in Australia for the Excite and Essence trims.
Europe
In the UK, the second-generation HS is available in four trims: SE, Trophy, SE PHEV and Trophy PHEV.
Middle East
The second-generation HS was launched in the Middle East, including the GCC countries, Iraq and Jordan on 7 January 2025. It is powered by the 1.5-litre and 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine. The trim levels offered are; the 1.5-litre are STD and DEL paired with 7-speed DCT transmission and the 2.0-litre are DEL and LUX paired with 9-speed automatic transmission.
Singapore
The second-generation HS was launched in Singapore on 11 January 2025 in a sole Exclusive variant, powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine.
South Africa
The second-generation HS was launched in South Africa on 17 December 2024, marking the return of the MG marque to the South African market after 8 years.
At launch, two trim levels are available: Comfort and Luxury. Engine options includes a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired to a 7-speed DCT and a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired to a 9-speed automatic.
Powertrains
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| HS | 2024–present | FWD | 1.5L SAIC GS61H 15FDE Turbo I4 | 6-speed manual | at 5,000 rpm | at 3,000–4,000 rpm | - | 9.4 s | |
| 7-speed DCT | 9.6 s | |
| 2025–present | 1.5L SAIC GS61H 15FKE Turbo I4 + 1.8 kWh lithium-ion battery (Hybrid+) | 2-speed DHT | at 5,000 rpm
----Motor: | at 4,000 rpm
----Motor: | ; | 7.9 s | |
| 2024–present | 1.5L SAIC GS61H 15FKE Turbo I4 + 24.7 kWh lithium-ion battery (PHEV/Super Hybrid) | ----Motor: | ----Motor:;
| 6.8 s | |
| 2.0L Turbo I4 | 9-speed automatic | | | - | - | |
Safety
Sales
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| 2018 | 12,810 | | | | |
| 2019 | 43,169 | | 2,003 | | |
| 2020 | 49,628 | 2,893 | 6,008 | 137 | 2,600 |
| 2021 | 70,365 | 16,460 | 4,526 | 1,941 | 6,828 |
| 2022 | 51,321 | 32,993 | 2,606 | 4,866 | 10,948 |
| 2023 | 199 | | 1,373 | 3,616 | 8,126 |
| 2024 | 0 | | 663 | 1,866 | 4,552 |
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