Overview
MG Motor UK Limited (MG Motor), is a UK headquartered British automotive manufacturer, now owned by the Chinese automotive company, SAIC Motor (December 2007). SAIC is owned by the Chinese government and headquartered in Shanghai. MG was owned by MG Rover up to 2005, before the collapse of the company. The history of the company can be traced back to 1924 to its founding in Oxford (UK). MG was founded by Cecil Kimber, a motor car designer.
MG cars are no longer manufactured at the historic Longbridge plant in the UK. Instead, production takes place in China and other international markets (China, India, Thailand, Indonesia and Taiwan). MG vehicles are now designed and developed by SAIC (SAIC owns a number of brands, to include: IM, Maxus, Rising Auto, Baojun, Roewe, Wuling, Hongyan and Sunwin. The MG brand is known as ‘Míngjué‘ in China. MG continues to grow in strength, and in 2023 sold over 840,000 vehicles globally. The automotive company currently has the following battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs):
- All-electric MG ZS EV
- All-electric MG4 EV
- All-electric MG5 EV
- All-electric MG Cyberster
- MG HS Plug-In Hybrid
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The MG HS PHEV SUV
The MG HS compact SUV is manufactured by the Chinese automotive manufacturer SAIC Motor under the MG marque. The MG HS was launched in 2018 and is a best-selling SUV in China. The MG HS PHEV is the third model with an electrified powertrain from MG, and its first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV).
If you are not limited by the notion ‘that only premium brands can fit your lifestyle’, then the MG HS plug-in hybrid electric vehicle is worth considering for its ‘value proposition’. Though the family e-SUV does not qualify for the UK government plug-in car grant, the relatively more affordable retail price, along with the lower cost of emission-free electric driving, can result in decent financial savings for families and companies.
For company-car drivers, there is the added benefit of the lower Benefit-in-Kind (BiK-12%) tax rate, given the lower tailpipe emissions (43g CO2/km) from the PHEV, compared to the conventional combustion engine variant (174g CO2/km).
The PHEV has a 16.6 kWh onboard EV battery and a WLTP certified pure electric range up to 32 miles. Both are typical of this type of plug-in hybrid electric car. However, expect the real-world electric range to be closer to 27 miles. The EV range is impacted by a number of factors, to include: driving profile, speed, load, regenerative braking, road condition, weather, wheel size and a lot more.
Do keep in mind that a vast number of trips in the UK are below 10 miles, and a 32 miles electric driving range is sufficient for daily commutes (school-runs, grocery store, gym, high street etc). Moreover, the majority of motorists in the UK, drive no more than 30 miles a day.
The MG PHEV pairs a 1.5-litre GDI turbocharged petrol engine (10-speed automatic) with an electric motor (90 kW), powered by an onboard EV battery. The automotive manufacturer claims a fuel economy up to 155.8 mpg for the electric vehicle (EV). Of course the real-world fuel economy will depend on a number of factors, but none as influential as using the e-mode.
Bottom-line, to increase the fuel economy of the electric vehicle and lower the driving costs, the PHEV should be driven as much as possible on the pure electric mode.
It is also far cheaper to drive on electric mode, compared to using the combustion engine. Depending on where the EV is charged and the cost of charging, driving an electric car will cost between 5 pence to 10 pence per mile. Of course, driving on e-mode has the added benefit of a smoother and quieter drive.
Taking advantage of the EV range will also require inculcating a habit of charging the EV on a regular basis, which again is as easy as charging a smartphone. We at e-zoomed recommend the use of a dedicated EV charging station, like easee to charge the EV. We do not encourage the use of a domestic 3-PIN plug.
Charging the EV using a single-phase EV charger will take up to 4.5 hours (0% → 100%). Of course, if you top up on a regular basis, the charging time will be faster. The EV incorporates a 7 kW AC onboard charger and is not capable of DC fast charging. MG offers a 7 year or 80,000 miles warranty.
The performance of the electric SUV is surprisingly, not bad! The front-wheel drive MG HS plug-in hybrid can achieve 0-62 mph in 6.9 seconds, with a top speed of 118 mph (in electric mode, the top speed is 81 mph).
The hybrid drivetrain delivers a maximum power of 258 PS (torque 273 Nm), sufficient for city and motorway driving. Do keep in mind that the additional weight of the onboard EV battery does impact the overall performance of the vehicle (EV Kerb weight: 1,775 kg).
In terms of practicality, this five-seat family plug-in hybrid SUV has much to offer. The interior is spacious, to include ample legroom and headroom for rear seat passengers. For the higher trim, also included is the panoramic sunroof, further enhancing the experience of the interior cabin. Despite the placement of the onboard EV battery, the boot space is decent (448 L). Interior quality and refinement is reflective of EV price.
The MG HS also includes: driver assist package, adaptive cruise control, collision warning, lane keep assist, blind spot detection, 10.1″ touchscreen, Apple Car Play, Android Auto, 360 parking camera, automatic headlights, keyless entry, power tailgate and more. The electric vehicle has been awarded a Five-Star NCAP safety rating.
The MG HS plug-in hybrid SUV has much to offer, for those seeking ‘value for money’, in an environmentally-friendly electric vehicle. Bottom-line, electric driving is good for the environment and the wallet. You can lease electric vehicles (EVs) via e-zoomed at very competitive prices!
| PROS | CONS |
|---|---|
| An affordable PHEV (value for money) | Average driving performance |
| Practical and ample space for families and luggage | DC charging not available |
| Good standard kit included | Exterior styling may not be to everyones liking |
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The MG HS PHEV SUV (credit: MG)
| At A Glance | |
|---|---|
| EV Type: | Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) |
| Body Type: | SUV |
| Plug-In Car Grant (PiCG): | Not Available |
| Engine: | Petrol-Electric |
| Available In UK: | Yes |
| Variants (2 Options) |
|---|
| MG HS Excite (from £31,095) |
| MG HS Exclusive (from £33,595) |
| EV Battery & Emissions | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Type: | Lithium-ion |
| EV Battery Capacity: | Available in one battery size: 16.6 kWh |
| Charging: | DC charging not available. Onboard charger 7 kW AC (0% – 100%: 4.5 hrs) |
| Charge Port: | Type 2 |
| EV Cable Type: | Type 2 |
| Tailpipe Emissions: | 43g (CO2/km) |
| EV Battery Warranty: | 7 years or 80,000 miles |
| Average Cost Of Residential Charging | |
|---|---|
| Battery net capacity : 8.8 kWh | £1.27 |
| Battery net capacity : 11.6 kWh | £1.67 |
| Battery net capacity : 12.0 kWh | £1.73 |
| Battery net capacity : 13.10 kWh | £1.89 |
| Battery net capacity : 14.10 kWh | £2.03 |
- Note 1: The average cost of residential electricity in the UK varies depending on the region, supplier and type of energy used. An average for the UK is 14.40 p/kWh.
- Note 2: Not all EV manufactures make available the data on net EV battery capacity, and in a number of instances the EV battery capacity advertised, does not state if it is gross or net capacity. In general, usable EV battery capacity is between 85% to 95% of the gross available capacity.
| Charging Times (Overview) | |
|---|---|
| Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW): | 6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC) |
| Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW): | 3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Rapid charging AC (43 kW): | 0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
- Note 1: SoC: state of charge
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Height (mm): | 1664 |
| Width (mm): | 2078 |
| Length (mm): | 4574 |
| Wheelbase (mm): | 2720 |
| Turning Circle (m): | 11.1 |
| Boot capacity (L): | 448 |
| MG HS 1.5T-GDI Plug-In Hybrid | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 16.6 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 32 miles |
| Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100km): | 24.0 |
| Fuel Consumption (MPG): | 155.8 |
| Charging: | DC charging not available. Onboard charger 7 kW AC (0% – 100%: 4.5 hrs) |
| Top Speed: | 118 mph (electric mode: 81 mph) |
| 0-62 mph: | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive: | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Electric Motor (kW): | 90 |
| Max Power (PS): | 258 |
| Torque (Nm): | 273 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Kerb weight (kg): | 1,737 – 1,775 |
| Colours: | 6 |
| NCAP Safety Rating: | Five-Star |
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