UNBEATABLE for the MONEY?! New MG HS Review (2025)

[@sidjyothi]

So the Vibe is the one to go for. 33990 drive away is just a 1000 more than the MG3 hybrid. Phenomenal value

[@tonyz9066]

This is definitely worth to think about if someone only has 30k budget wants to buy a used Japanese SUV year around 2020 around 50000km , why not spend 33k for a new car?

[@mrkring1526]

Because this is a shitbox compared to a used Japanese car.

[@holidaymail]

@@mrkring1526and you’re basing this off…?

[@mvnorsel6354]

A 10 (ten ) warranty also. Peace of mind.

[@mvnorsel6354]

Your extensive test drive didn't go as planned ?

[@kevinchng2491]

@@mrkring1526 each to his/her own. 2020 used toyota = no warranty, dated features, mostly reliable, pricey. New MG = full feature for the afforadable price. Reliable is questionable, but covered by 10 years warranty.

[@joelopic]

I like it. Fully equipped. Good to drive. 10 year warranty and good pricing. How wrong can it be. Great video

[@therightcar]

Thanks mate!

[@joelopic]

@@therightcar although rear-view mirror with no auto night mode is a worry. I would have one installed.

[@ChristopherJGallagher]

I got a HS Essense X in 21. One of the first. Came to it from a Commodore SSV Ute. That was a good car, the MG is better. 60,000 klicks without any issues at all. 2.0 turbo gets quicker with klicks, very zippy car. The DCT took some getting sorted but as I added klicks it seemed to get better. I cannot fault it.

[@SuperBaskota]

You are the best car reviewer in Australia . The way the video is organised is great . Keep it up

[@therightcar]

Thank you mate. Appreciate that!

[@OzKidzFun]

Would be an excellent buy after 2 -3 years with 50k run, from government ex-fleet. For half price...

[@kmuinde]

that 10 years warranty cannot be ignored

[@euroaussie4781]

Strange that shopping bag hooks are important,but the sound system and quality is never mentioned.

[@beast_tex774]

I don’t think I’ve ever used shopping bag hooks.

[@dointheokecoke5548]

or air-con, blind for roof

[@simonr23]

for most people, standard, cheap stereos sound fine enough. and cars are a tool for most too.

[@MaryMary-ch2by]

The stereo is heaps better in the new model

[@MaryMary-ch2by]

There is a blind for the sunroof.

[@aukarlfon5229]

I test drive this car in the weekend. It is a solid drive and feels out together well. Comparable to a new Kia. A bit underpowered if you enjoy off the mark acceleration but turbo is punchy enough for mild acceleration

[@Icezapp1]

Wait for the PHEV if you need more torque, I think there will be boost adjusted to the petrol from the E-motor.

[@teinspringz]

Your reviews are the most thorough, well paced and informative I've seen on YT so far. Keep up the good work. Do you think at some point Australia will have a drivers license ranking system where, based on your driving history, your license will automatically unlock ANCAP safety systems in new cars so that the bing bongs ding dongs beeps bonks alarms don't go off automatically because it knows it has a competent driver at the wheel?? Those ANCAP safety systems are best for those careless drivers who don't pay attention who are prone to smashing into things. Speaking of smashing into things, are you testing all the auto braking systems to prevent drivers from driving into obstacles like park benches and shopfronts??

[@therightcar]

Thanks so much! Appreciate that. I doubt that, very highly. Brands are less worried about annoying you with safety tech than they are about marketing their cars as five-star performers. So, the tech will remain, and some brands will integrate it better than others (and, in general, the Chinese do it worse than others).

[@teinspringz]

@@therightcar I noted that you can open the boot using the boot button on the keyfob so that alleviates the lack of a remote button in the interior. No sunglasses holder, and the documentation doesn't state if the steering wheel is tilt and reach adjustable - you didn't cover that either.

[@B--pd8wc]

No physical button for AC adjustment is not ideal, however you can adjust on screen tab rather than dive into the screen which is slightly relieved than other brands

[@henrytoussaint7]

An improvement that's for sure. I do find a H6 Hybrid might be a wiser choice for similar money however.

[@Donster888]

Not having a hybrid power train or AWD is bit of a downer for me mate!

[@mrz1281]

its coming

[@jay-uo2bi]

I would assume a PHEV would be coming soon / down the track.

[@mortlaursen6752]

Please, please, dig into the electronic issues all MG models seem to have. I was (very) considering buying one, had a great test drive, but wanted to try a longer drive so got the bright idea to hire one for a trip to Canberra that was coming up. A quick google search lead me to my local Sixt car hire who had them in their fleet. When I went in to hire one they refused to hire me one, stating they have all been parked up to be sold off due to continuous issues with the electronics. Stallings, bad lag on acceleration, fantom fault lights were some of the issues mentioned. I have been asking every MG driver I have come across since about there experience with the car, and a disturbing high number have also been mentioning electronic issues that they take back and get 'fixed' under warranty, only for the same issues ro return months if not weeks later

[@BonusCan]

CR-V has a 4 star ancap safety rating, would that tip your recommendation to avoid it now?

[@edcholoespi7318]

I like the way you review, honest and practical. I want to suggest though to tone down on saying “as well” - you kind of say it every 20-30 secs and it’s distracting a bit ;) kudos to more reviews in the future!

[@therightcar]

Thanks - appreciate it. And I’ve been told that about “as well” by a few people. It’s hard to say all the stuff you need to, while filming yourself! 😆

[@DavidWalsh-g5i]

That 1.5 turbo engine in the Honda is known to be problematic so why recommend it

[@YZJB]

I would never buy one, but nice review, Matt

[@Squid_Life]

Eh, 10 year warranty doesn't sound bad, especially with all the safety features.

[@mrkring1526]

Agree, out of principle.

[@daweigo6851]

​@@mrkring1526what principle? You have nothing made in china?

[@Juan_theCook]

I don't even buy noodles made in China, more so a car 😅

[@aukarlfon5229]

@@mrkring1526out of delusion rather than principle. Indoctrinated zombie

[@chukwunonsoegwim8966]

Instead of spending too much on used Japanese cars i think this is the best one to go for. The excite is my best model and i will get it.

[@giuliopedrali4794]

I don't know cars pricing in australian market, but if this MG is always the most economical in the medium SUV market it's a great deal, and this is new model with new features, not a old car

[@rustykilt]

Value is one thing, but what about support and reliability, without which value becomes redundant.

[@buncha5651]

It's a good-looking car once you opened the bonnet, not so much. DSG and 1.5 turbo. If it was 2.0 turbo and conventional auto transmission, it would be a buyer. Also, can the driver display show a speedo and rev counter like VW, and what if you put an ordinary mobile on those charge pads?😊

[@tonybennett638]

Looks good...see what happens from here.

[@MrA2G]

Please tell me the safety features can be permanently turned off..

[@RodneyW]

Thanks for the review. It's apparent that MG has improved the HS substantially, and restrained themselves on price rises (for the Vibe). It'll sell. I'd spend a bit extra for a CX5. For the small displacement, the MG HS is quite thirsty at 8.2 l / 100km. I prefer a conventional, reliable, smooth-shifting automatic transmission to a DSG/DCT (which almost always have expensive longevity issues that are not covered by warranty, as the clutches are a wear & tear item).

[@fabianchow512]

That's a good point ... if the clutch in the DCT is considered a wear and tear item then that's concerning - Matt could you research that?

[@DavidWalsh-g5i]

A nightmare dual clutch transmission

[@mvnorsel6354]

I would test drive it and make an judgement. I want a bloody good one.😅

[@The-Wise-One]

I really Like the styling. Was hoping it wasnt going to have a Dual Clutch transmission, so its a HUGE No for me, no matter how better it may be. Pity, ill have to wait for the MG7 model without the dual clutch...

[@daweigo6851]

Dual clutch can be enjoyable to drive for some

[@therightcar]

MG7 will be interesting!

[@soundscape5650]

No mention of the X-Trail or Forrester?

[@karl6203]

USB-A? In a brand new model? Wtf

[@TheMarathonomahos]

They are infamous for rusty exhausts

[@toni4729]

I'll still buy an MG TC. I know it's English and I really don't like being told what to do. I'll drive a manual.

[@ahmednono]

@if I compare between entry level of Chery Tigo 7 & MG HS & Haval H. which is better for in city family in term of value for money with lowish budget ~30k?

[@fabianchow512]

I'm diving into the MG-supplied spec sheet - first world problem I know but interesting the rear view mirror appears to be manual flick type ie non-electro-chromatic for all 3 spec levels ... (based on no mention of rear view mirror spec anywhere and page 7 photo showing a manual flick type).

[@therightcar]

Yep, as I called out in this video, it’s a silly little spec thing that shouldn’t annoy me as much as it does. But it really does.

[@fabianchow512]

​@therightcar I missed that bit about you calling out the manual rear mirror so thanks for pointing that out. Also what's the point of having a power tailgate but not being able to activate it from inside the car! We rely on that to drop our kids off then they grab their school bags. My Citroen C5 had the same issue - due to no power tailgate button inside the car, had to stop the engine otherwise the remote's boot button wouldn't work, but had to then also step out of the car to operate the physical boot button to close the tailgate! I got around that by installing a separate remote trigger button but don't/can't do that in a new car ...

[@SonicView09]

The MG looks better than any of the other cars shown but reliability and performance is yet to be proven I reckon

[@toni4729]

Yeah, they only been around since the 1930s.

[@fabianchow512]

Offer a PHEV before April next year and as long as it's not too much more than the Sealion, I'll sign on (via a novated lease naturally for the FBT free before April 2025). BYD support from Eagers is at best still highly questionable (based on so much feedback I've gleamed from owners groups over the past year) - I'd take the factory supported MG backup any day, even if the car itself is not as advanced as the equivalent BYD (let's face it the majority of BYD's are a step above the equivalent MG's but that's a huge ask to risk poor support).

[@therightcar]

The PHEV should be here before the cutoff.

[@fabianchow512]

@@therightcar let's hope so!

[@buncha5651]

If buying now, I'd buy the Haval H6 Hybrid . Can you put black tape over that facial camera?😊

[@sidjyothi]

Did you actually see 800km of stated range on the MID at the start of the screen with 6.4l/100? What did you do to achieve that, Matt?

[@therightcar]

I don't recall mate, sorry.

[@sidjyothi]

At 6:36 in this review ​@therightcar

[@akbfirdaus]

i was thinking of getting the BYD Sealion 6, and then i saw this video. now im not so sure...

[@chucknorris8704]

What on earth are they smoking with those servicing prices???

[@simonr23]

cynical answer: captive market. they know you cant afford to buy anything else, and you need warranty, so you'll pay whatever they tell you to to maintain the warranty. ***** benefit of the doubt answer: recover warranty costs during that 10 years of coverage. no car is going to be fault free for ten years. i'm certain every car will go through a gearbox and some aspect of the intake system (turbo, intercooler, injectors), within the 10years. ***** and also, $574 as an average isnt terrible. i'd bet there are a many $350 services and one or two $850 services in the 10 years.

[@Squid_Life]

Well you could buy something else, you just wouldn't get a 10 year warranty and a new car... ​@@simonr23

[@Whyunounderstand]

My dads nissan dualis is 14 years old and has 224,000kms hasn't replaced a thing just serviced its whole life.

[@chucknorris8704]

@@Whyunounderstand What's your point exactly regarding the Nissan?

[@daweigo6851]

​@@chucknorris8704saying its been a reliable car....

[@mrz1281]

ive decided to cancel my order with the 1.5L turbo. i got rumours that i could option a 2L turbo but wasnt the case. back to the drawing board.

[@therightcar]

What else have you considered? Is it just the small displacement that puts you off?

[@mrz1281]

@@therightcar being in the industry but on a tight budget i have driven everything. i dont want any ev/hybrid so im now thinking of the new H6 if it comes to aus. got told end of year if im lucky. apparently with a boost in power with 2L turbo so that should give me the power i want. most cars in the medium segment are n/a and gutless which makes you upsell to hybrid to get the power, which i get hybrids are amazing but i live regional and need a spare tyre lol

[@pawelkrk2]

Can we put google maps navigation on the screen behind the wheel?

[@trailtalkmtb6603]

Wet or dry dual clutch?

[@mrkring1526]

Wet. Still crap none the less.

[@therightcar]

Yep, confirming it’s wet dual clutch.

[@petercrawford3370]

What about the BYD Sealion, as an alternative?

[@therightcar]

It’d be a great alternative if you can spend the extra money

[@petercrawford3370]

It'll probably lose the spare, for the PHEV model.

[@therightcar]

Correct

[@nikstudio1886]

Took it for a good test drive: The safety pack was honestly horribly intrusive and can actually cause an accident as it constantly interrupts your driving. There are constant beeeps and flashings left, right and center. Another bad thing is the speedometer, it's set too high on the dash and can be hard to see if you're 6ft tall, the flat steering also interrupts the view. Side mirrors are set too high and make it incredibly hard to see corners when turning. Engine was great, quite punchy, smooth and quiet. Gearbox was fine, very noticeable when changing gears, not refined although the torque converter would have been so much better. I'm done with the DCT or DSG. Takes fun out of driving and they're all crap and become highly unreliable in a long run... Dump the DSG or CVT or DCT and just let us enjoy the drive!!!! Listen to the consumer!!! Otherwise a nice car... I decided not to get it simply due to highly intrusive safety crap. If you are going to put that much safety crap in it then let the car be fully automated and drive itself. It's a no from me and I wouldn't recommend it.

[@therightcar]

Fair enough. What do you drive regularly?

[@kennethprocak5176]

⁠@@therightcarto busy whining to answer you Matt, who actually writes such a large comment, must be a busy bot.

[@petercrawford3370]

Personally, I think the BYD Sealion6 is a better choice

[@therightcar]

I can see why. It has a different appeal.

[@sidjyothi]

Can't get around that front end of the BYD....it is quite weird

[@petercrawford3370]

Agree, very BYD...esk

[@therightcar]

Remarkably.

[@CB-RADIO-UK]

Hay you guys get a sunroof. Not even an option in the uk.

[@toni4729]

If it were down to me, I'd wind up having an accident buggering about with that computer on the MG.

[@davidw4987]

The intrusive safety warning system is a big red flag for me. If you can't turn the one's you don't want off permanently then I'd go elsewhere.

[@wheresmycheese8511]

They'll all be the same as it's an ANCAP thing not the manufacturer

[@davidw4987]

@@wheresmycheese8511 Yes but some makers eg. Lexus allow you to turn them off permanently if you don't like them.

[@wheresmycheese8511]

Apples and oranges I guess

[@pablom7060]

Their dual clutch transmissions aren't very good and a extra 20% fuel usage is not "a little" more in my opinion

[@wheresmycheese8511]

This dual clutch is nothing like the old one. It feels like a regular auto

[@volvot6rdesignawd702]

Im not sold on the look of front !! Rear looks great !! side view reminds me of a jaguar f pace suv and looks great just that new MG3 front style looks MEH to me.. The older MG3 style looked great this new design at the front really turns me off the car .. While i Drive a X power so i wont be buying a MG HS anytime soon i think they have dropped the ball with this new front look !!

[@kenphillips7594]

The alternatives seem reasonable EXCEPT the Honda, so why do you rate it highly?

[@therightcar]

It’s brilliant. 😝

[@electricdiesel1993]

Rather push a Rover 200 GSi turbine than that FWD MG HS

[@sephiff]

Panoramic roof on trophy config?

[@therightcar]

We don’t get Trophy.

[@saneman8147]

Wow, another new SUV. How exciting.

[@JamesPuah]

No AWD? No-go for me.

[@therightcar]

Fair enough.

[@GlowingTube]

I stopped being interested at dual clutch transmission.

[@sidjyothi]

It is a wet clutch DCT, so should be more reliable than the usual dry dual clutches used by manufacturers across lower powered cars. See John Law's review on carsguide

[@GlowingTube]

@@sidjyothi Hate DCTs for an urban truck, very poorly suited to low speed crawling.

[@sidjyothi]

@GlowingTube absolutely agree...that's why I sold my VW golf a few years ago and went for a torque converter.

[@GlowingTube]

@@sidjyothi Me too. I hear that GAC are coming to Australia. They technology share as part of a Toyota JV… their SUVs will have torque converters

[@wheresmycheese8511]

​@@GlowingTubethis feels like a regular auto car. Definitely the best dct I've ever driven

[@johnnyrarere]

Please have another term for "fake leather" it's actually better long term than leather Call it by what it's made of Which is???

[@brianree00]

Hell No, I’ve traded my 2022 MG HS while it’s still has “good value” with nearly 70% depreciation resale value. It’d be My first and last MG ever! The worst car I’ve ever had and so glad I’ve got rid of it. Stay away from Chinese cars, they’re cheaply made with no warranty assurance(as they claim 7-year) as they’re very conniving.

[@AsentrixYT]

LMFAO, 40k$ for MG, nah get stuffed, I'd rather buy a brand new Toyota for that price, what is MG thinking???

[@toni4729]

Never mind, it's not got good enoug eh, it hasn't got enough of a pedigree.

[@AsentrixYT]

@@toni4729 Its really not...when you sit in an MG you can just feel something is off...can't be explained until you sit in one I"m personally going with the Hyundai Kona

[@toni4729]

@@AsentrixYT I'm old-fashioned. I'll go for one of the old sports cars. The MG TC or TD if I can find one good enough. I have wanted one for years.

[@wheresmycheese8511]

You can get a base model RAV4 with a CVT if you like

[@phizzle24]

*Mazda 😂

[@bananabear009]

The design is not my cup of tea. Very generic design for my eyes.

[@therightcar]

That’s okay.

[@lucassitanggang5154]

British car? No, this is Chinese car

[@therightcar]

Who said it was British?

[@daweigo6851]

Silly comment 😅

[@toni4729]

Even BMW have Chinese parts fitted nowadays. Everything has.

[@jay-uo2bi]

womp womp

[@vwgolffancarreviews7111]

I hate mg it looks horrible is not best value I Go for a Kia

[@sem5397]

6 speakers 😳 no wireless CarPlay 😞,no shopping bag hooks which are very handy ☹️, intrusive safety systems and too many functions buried in touchscreen 😫no thank you ….. but great price and 10yrs warranty!!!

[@wheresmycheese8511]

It's $33,990! What are you expecting for nothing? People need to get realistic. A manual base model Sportage is $36,000

[@sem5397]

@@wheresmycheese8511 as I said great price

[@LisaJackson198]

How do most of you guys still making profit? Even with the downturn of economy and ever increasing life standards

[@Vivian-fz2cm]

As a beginner, it's essential for you to have a pro or a very good trader to keep you accountable.

[@Vivian-fz2cm]

Someone like expert Nancy Williams Laplace

[@Isabel_Ross]

Omg! Nancy's strategy has made winning trades a regular occurrence for me as well! It's a huge milestone when I think back on how it all started.

[@Wilsonanna-ii2gg]

Amazing! I'm so surprised to see Ms. Nancy being mentioned here under this comment!

[@Para-pv8fp]

Trading is difficult, I'd spend the five grand on education for trading. It's not easy. Investing is different, that's easier. Short term or long term gain is the question.

[@michaelginever732]

I was getting all excited. I thought it was an EV. ICE is dead. I'm only interested in EV not even PHEV.

[@therightcar]

Okay, well MG will probably have something in that realm for you later on…

[@daweigo6851]

Ev sales are falling around the world, with many manufacturers back to developing new ice models, do some googling 😅

[@neilwilson5011]

I got as far as the first “ haitch “ .

[@alisterhay1895]

They are a terrible build quality underneath

[@therightcar]

According to who?

[@daweigo6851]

Nonsense, reliable cars in many markets...

[@wheresmycheese8511]

Generic Chinese cars are rubbish comment 🙄

[@lukasluk12]

very stinky engine, I drove the car but the engine is too weak

[@electricdiesel1993]

It smells like regular unleaded

[@hang4963]

Why is this one not coming to us, Sir ?🤣

[@therightcar]

Not sure what you mean. We are getting it?