The 2025 MG HS Redefines the mid-size family SUV segment with fresh styling and better technology

By Tarek Hawchar

Winner of the 2020 Qatar Car of the Year (QCOTY) awards, the original MG HS, introduced in 2018, redefined the British-Chinese brand's image and achieved remarkable sales success.

Arriving almost six years after its predecessor, the second-generation 2025 MG HS brings a clean sheet, sharper exterior style, a spacious yet heavily updated cabin, a suite of updated hi-tech gadgets, and a choice of 1.5-liter or 2.0-liter turbocharged drivetrain options to better compete with its rivals in the ever-competitive mid-size SUV segment.

Penned from a clean sheet, the 2025 MG HS sets itself apart from its predecessor with fresh front and rear fascias 

Exterior

Penned from a clean sheet, the 2025 MG HS sets itself apart from its predecessor with fresh front and rear fascias. The second-generation HS has undergone a complete overhaul inside and out, while maintaining a clear connection to the styling of the third-generation MG RX5, thanks to the common lighting units and shared metal profile.

Looking more sportier and bolder than the outgoing model, the all-new MG HS features a wider grille flanked by two slimmer “Hunting Eye” LED headlights. The distinctive hood creases, sharp LED taillights, a choice of 18-inch or 19-inch alloy wheels, dual exhaust pipes, and elevated ground clearance complete the sporty exterior look. It is safe to say that the high-riding vehicle is one of the most appealing SUVs currently available on the market. Customers can choose between six exterior colors, including white, silver, red, grey, blue, and black.

In terms of dimensions, the 2025 MG HS is 4630 mm long, 1890 mm wide, and 1663 mm tall, with a 2750 mm long wheelbase—it is 14 mm wider, 26 mm longer, and 30 mm lower than its predecessor!

The dashboard is dominated by dual 12.3-inch displays - one for the infotainment system, which is also compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the other serving as a fully digital instrument cluster

Interior

One step into the second-generation MG HS cabin, and it will far exceed your expectations. It features soft-padded surfaces and leather-like materials everywhere, ensuring the mid-size SUV is one step ahead of its rivals.

The dashboard is dominated by dual 12.3-inch displays—one for the infotainment system, which is also compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the other serving as a fully digital instrument cluster—enhanced by a new ‘shuttle-style’ gear shifter on the center console.

Depending on the trim level, other key interior features include a wireless charging pad, dual-zone climate control with rear air vents, a panoramic sunroof, electric folding and heated door mirrors, a 6-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with a memory function, a 4-way power-adjustable front passenger’s seat, an engine start button, a keyless entry, a power tailgate, four USBs, and an 8-speaker premium Bose sound system, among other premium amenities.

Designed with practicality in mind, the new MG HS's larger dimensions create a cabin that prioritizes comfort, offering passengers a roomy and inviting space to enjoy every journey

Designed with practicality in mind, the new MG HS's larger dimensions create a cabin that prioritizes comfort, offering passengers a roomy and inviting space to enjoy every journey. At the back, there is ample legroom and headroom. Open up the boot, and you will find 507 liters of cargo space—an increase of 44 liters over the previous HS—which can be increased to 1484 liters with the split-folding rear seats down.

On the safety front, the second-generation MG HS features various high-tech, driver-focused technologies. Key safety features include front, side, and curtain airbags, adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking (AEB), lane departure warning (LDW), lane keep assist (LKA), traffic jam assist (TJA), forward collision warning (FCW), blind spot information system (BSIS), blind spot detection (BSD), rear collision warning (RCW), and a 360-degree parking view camera, to name but a few. 

In the Middle East, the 2025 MG HS is offered in two turbocharged engine options: a responsive 1.5-liter and a powerful 2.0-liter

Engine and Performance

In the Middle East, the 2025 MG HS is offered in two turbocharged engine options: a responsive 1.5-liter and a powerful 2.0-liter. The entry-level is equipped with a turbocharged 1.5-liter engine, delivering 170 hp (122 kW) and 275 Nm of torque. The four-cylinder mill is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT), allowing the mid-size SUV to reach a top speed of 195 km/h.

If anyone feels like the new HS with the 1.5-liter engine needs a bit more grunt, they could opt for the bigger one. The higher trim levels get a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, producing 227 hp and 370 Nm of torque. Linked to a nine-speed automatic transmission, the larger 2.0-liter engine allows the HS to hit a top speed of 220 km/h.

Both engines are only available with a front-wheel drive system. In terms of the suspension, the new HS rides on a MacPherson-strut front suspension and a rear multi-link setup. This layout leans toward comfort rather than sheer performance.

Our Verdict

The 2025 MG HS redefines value as a family SUV that offers more than you’d expect for the price. With its spacious, upscale interior, advanced tech features, comprehensive safety suite, and a choice of potent 1.5L or 2.0L turbo engines, this mid-size SUV stands out in its class.

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