MG HS 2019–2024 car dimensions: 4574 mm long, 1876 mm wide and 1685 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,489 kg. Braked towing is 1,750 kg.
The cabin centres on a 10.1-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. MG Pilot brings automatic emergency braking and lane keep assist across the range. Rear parking sensors and a reversing camera are fitted as standard, with front sensors and blind spot warning on higher grades. Climate is manual air conditioning on base models and dual-zone automatic on Exclusive or Luxury trims. Cruise control is standard, with adaptive cruise and traffic jam assist on automatic and plug-in models.
Boot space is 463 litres with seats up on petrol models, rising to 1454 litres with the 60/40 rear seats folded. Plug-in hybrid versions offer 448 litres seats up and 1375 litres seats down. The load floor sits fairly high.
Petrol models tow up to 1750 kg braked and 750 kg unbraked. Plug-in hybrids are limited to 1500 kg braked. Payload sits around 512 kg depending on exact kerb and gross weights.
No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension packages are listed for work use. The multi-link rear suspension and standard roof rails support light towing and family loads.
The cabin feels spacious with good front and rear legroom and headroom for adults. Soft-touch materials and leather-style upholstery appear on higher grades. Front seats offer multi-way electric adjustment with lumbar support and heating on top trims. Rear seats recline and split-fold. Ambient lighting and a panoramic roof on select models add openness and a premium touch for daily use.
Euro NCAP five-star rating from 2019 tests
Service every 15,000 miles or 12 months
Seven-year/80,000-mile warranty
Standard MG Pilot ADAS with AEB, lane keep assist and blind spot detection
Multiple airbags including front, side and curtain as standard
1.5-litre petrol and plug-in hybrid powertrains
Petrol models return official combined figures in the mid-to-high 30s mpg range depending on gearbox. The plug-in hybrid claims much higher economy with an electric-only range suitable for shorter trips when charged regularly.
Servicing follows a straightforward annual or 15,000-mile schedule. Service plans help spread costs and often include roadside assistance. The long warranty covers the car and PHEV battery for peace of mind over ownership.
Safety kit is strong across the range with a full five-star Euro NCAP result. Standard features include automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert and tyre pressure monitoring. Airbags protect front and side occupants.
The HS is practical to keep with a roomy cabin and decent boot. Higher trims add convenience like power tailgate and dual-zone climate. Overall running costs stay competitive thanks to the warranty and equipment levels.
Length 4574 mm, Width 1876 mm, Height 1685 mm, Wheelbase 2720 mm (HS 2019–2024)
Sources: manufacturer data, MG HS owner's manual technical data, MG UK brochures 2022-2023 and encyCARpedia/autoevolution.