Chinese-owned company, MG Motor, has expanded its fleet with a new generation of the HS model, intended for European customers. It is larger than its predecessor and should be one of the rivals to the Japanese SUV cars Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V.

The new MG HS is 26 mm longer, 14 mm wider, and has a 45 mm longer wheelbase than the previous generation. It is equipped with a massive front grille, new slimmer LED headlights, LED taillights connected by a strip and trapezoidal tailpipes. The company did not release images of the car’s interior, but they point out that customers can count on two 12.3-inch screens, a tray for wireless phone charging and an audio system with eight speakers. It’s spacious enough to accommodate four passengers and offers 507 liters of luggage space, without folding the rear seats.

When it comes to the powertrain, the new MG HS is powered by a turbocharged 1.5-L four-cylinder engine with 169 hp (126 kW) and 203 lb-ft (275 Nm) of torque, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission that sends power to the front wheels . A 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission is optional.

Buyers will also be able to choose a PHEV option with a turbocharged 1.5-L engine (142 hp) combined with an electric motor (209 hp), which is enough power to push the car to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6.8 seconds. It is equipped with a 24.7 kWh battery that enables a range of 121 kilometers WLTP.

Sales will start in the British market at a price of 24,995 – 31,495 pounds (29,745 – 37,480 euros), depending on the powertrain.

Source: MG

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