Double success for MG HS at What Car? Awards

The new MG HS achieved an outstanding double win at the 2025 What Car? Car of the Year Awards. The HS PHEV was named as the 'Plug-in Hybrid of the Year' whilst the petrol HS SE spec was crowned 'Best Family SUV for Value'.

The new HS was launched last summer as part of MG's centenary celebrations that coincided with the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed. 

MG HS at Chapelhouse

Steve Huntingford, Editor at What Car?, said: “MG's product continues to impress the What Car? team. The HS SUV follows in the footsteps of the award-winning MG4 EV hatchback, being another very competent all-rounder.” 

The HS PHEV was praised specifically by the judging panel specifically for its premium cabin quality, along with its impressive electric-only range of up to 75 miles. 

“While most of the cars in its class really only make sense as company cars, the MG HS shows that a practical plug-in hybrid with an upmarket interior and a long electric-only range can also be a surprisingly affordable private buy”. 

In fact, 2024 saw 30,207 sales of the MG HS, making it the 8th best-selling car in the UK last year! 

MG HS
1.5T SE

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1.5T Trophy

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MG HS at Chapelhouse

MG's reputation for providing excellent value for its customers was enhanced even further, thanks to the petrol HS SE claiming the 'Best Family SUV for Value' prize. 

“In 1.5-litre petrol form, the only alternatives to the MG HS that are available for similar money are both smaller and far less practical,” commented the What Car? panel. 

David Allision is the Head of Product and Planning at MG Motor UK. He added: “The new MG HS models were designed to raise the bar even higher with more equipment and functionality, distinctive MG styling setting them apart from other SUVs, as well as a choice of advanced petrol or plug-in hybrid powertrains.

“Two awards from the What Car? experts are a great endorsement for out best-selling MG, and we're confident that this accolade will attract even more new customers to our brand, as well as impressing existing owners looking for an upgrade.” 

MG HS at Chapelhouse

He continued: “The Plug-in Hybrid version offers a real alternative for families who love their SUVs but are put off by high running costs. A range of 75 miles due to the high-capacity battery means most daily commutes can easily be covered by one charge, and for longer journeys, the added security of an efficient petrol engine and large fuel tank makes it a compelling choice.” 

And like all new MG cars, the MG HS and HS PHEV comes with comprehensive 7-year/80,000-mile manufacturer warranty.