MG HS I (2018 – 2021)

Reliability score : 7.4/10

The MG HS (Generation I) is a C-segment compact SUV that marks the ambitious return of the MG brand (under the umbrella of the Chinese group SAIC Motor) to the global market. Positioned as an alternative with an unbeatable price-to-equipment ratio compared to European and Asian leaders, it offers a spacious cabin and surprising finishes for its price. ATTENTION: Although the request targets a diesel engine, the MG HS has NEVER been offered in diesel. SAIC Motor made the strategic choice to focus exclusively on turbocharged petrol and plug-in hybrid engines (PHEV, sold under the name MG EHS in Europe). The overall rating reflects a rational vehicle, penalized by a slow multimedia system and sometimes hesitant automatic gearboxes, but reassuring thanks to its 7-year manufacturer warranty (in

✅ Strengths

Unbeatable price-to-equipment ratio in the segment
Generous rear roominess and seat comfort
7-year / 150,000 km manufacturer warranty (reassuring for used buyers)
Rewarding interior finish (soft-touch materials, leather on high trims)
Performance of the PHEV version (258 hp)

⚠️ Weaknesses

Total absence of a diesel offering (penalizing for very high-mileage drivers)
Extremely slow and buggy infotainment system
Fuel consumption of pure petrol engines higher than the segment average
Dual-clutch gearbox (DCT) lacking smoothness in the city
Sluggish road handling, focused solely on comfort

🎯 Verdict

The MG HS (2018-2021) is a purely rational used choice. If you are looking for a well-equipped, comfortable family SUV covered by a long warranty at an unbeatable price, it is an excellent option. However, if you are looking for a diesel, you must absolutely turn to the competition (Peugeot 3008, Kia Sportage), as the HS does not offer one. The PHEV version (EHS) is the most recommendable in Europe to compensate for the thirst of the petrol engine, provided you verify that all software updates and the safety recall (ground cable) have been carried out.

Common issues

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Vérifier la disponibilité et le support après-vente de cette motorisation sur votre marché avant tout achat.

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Indicative estimates (independent garage, UK market). Prices vary by region and year.