The new MG HS is the second cheapest plug-in hybrid SUV, with a knockdown price for its more than 100 km of electric autonomy

He new MG HS PHEV It is already on sale in Spain and comes with a great business card: it is one of the Cheaper plug-in hybrid compact SUVs available. Only the DFSK E5, another Chinese PHEV SUV that has just landed in our market and is slightly more affordable, can compete with it in terms of price. Although this MG HS PHEV has much more interesting credentials.

Both start with discounts below 30,000 euros, but MG’s campaigns are fixed and DFSK’s is thanks to the MOVES III. In any case, both are coming to make things difficult for the Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage PHEV. Especially the new MG HS, which now far exceeds 300 hp and enjoys a generous autonomy of more than 100 km.

With almost 340 hp, a range between charges of 103 km and very well equipped

After being updated last fall, the MG HS now debuts a new generationwith a completely renewed design and a new, much more powerful plug-in hybrid petrol engine, over 300 hp and with twice the autonomy of the outgoing model. And all this without raising its price much compared to the previous model. Like the latter, it will have a petrol variant that will be launched this year.

He new MG HS It grows slightly in size, going from 4.61 meters to 4.67 m long. Its wheelbase is 2.76 m, so it aims to offer good space for the rear seats. The boot capacity is 441 litres, which is slightly less than the petrol model due to the inclusion of the hybrid system (507 litres). If we lower the rear seatbacks, it expands to 1,419 litres.

In it new MG HS PHEV They combine forces with a 1.5-litre turbo petrol unit with 143 hp and 230 Nm and a much more powerful electric motor than the previous one: 135 kW (184 hp) and 340 Nm. The set is joined by another 110 kW ISG generator motor. With this trio of engines, Its total output is 339 hp and 365 Nm compared to the previous 258 hp.

It is front-wheel drive and the mechanical assembly is managed by an automatic transmission. Its top speed is set at 200 km/h and it accelerates from 0-100 in 6.8 seconds.

They are battery It also has considerably more capacity: it now offers 21,4 kWh when the previous one offered 16.6kWh. Thus, this plug-in hybrid SUV doubles its autonomy: before it stayed at just over 50 km and now between charges it promises 103 km. It also improves consumption: it promises 1.3 l/100 km in the mixed cycle when the battery has enough energy. As a good PHEV, it takes the ZERO label.

What does the new MG HS PHEV have? In addition to its considerable credentials, the new MG HS PHEV is equipped with a very complete range of equipment starting from its base Comfort trim level. The range is divided into two trim levels, as in the previous model, and the more equipped Luxury trim level.

As standard, the MG HS Comfort It has 19-inch wheels, LED headlights with Follow Me Home function and smart control, keyless entry and start, automatic climate control, tinted rear windows, automatic lights and wipers, electrically adjustable driver’s seat with memory function, power windows in all rows of seats, rear parking sensors and rear camera, among other highlights.

Inside we find two screens integrated into a single panel: the instrument panel and the touchscreen multimedia, both 12.3 inches. Its infotainment system includes DAB radio, connectivity for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and an integrated navigator.

And it comes with a complete package of assistance systems: adaptive cruise control with traffic jam assistant, automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, blind spot detection, lane keeping system and active rear cross traffic alert.

He Luxury Add to these benefits the electrically folding rearview mirrors, electric tailgate with virtual pedal, electric adjustment for the passenger seat, heated front seats, wireless charging for mobile phones, front parking sensors and a 360º camera.

From 26,780 euros if we finance and seven-year warranty

Although the RRP of this new MG HS PHEV is 36,990 euros, with all the discounts applied that MOVES III includes (MG is one of the brands that advances this incentive) remains at 28.780 euros. This is paid in cash: if you choose to finance with the brand, it goes up to 26,780 euros. MG discounts are always fixed.

With the Luxury trim, including the current offer and MOVES aid, it costs 31,780 euros or 29,780 euros if financed, with a RRP of 39,990 euros. As with the rest of the MGs, the general warranty is seven years and the battery warranty is also seven years.

Yes ok The DFSK E5 starts at 30,999 euros without discountsor the 25,999 euros including the maximum discount of the MOVES III (which the firm does not reveal), offers 177 hp and its autonomy is set at 87 km between charges. In terms of equipment, they are very similar.

In any case, The MG HS PHEV is cheaper than, for example, the Hyundai Tucson plug-in hybrid what It has a price of 42,975 euros (from 33,565 euros with discounts, financing and trading in an old car). It delivers 252 hp and its electric range is 63 km.

It is also considerably more affordable than the Kia Sportage plug-in hybrid, which starts at €41,900. It is also more powerful and has more autonomy, as the South Korean best-seller offers 265 hp and 70 km between charges.