MG Motor Australia is gearing up to introduce its 2025 MG HS ‘Super Hybrid’, a new entry into the mid-size plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) segment, and it is being promoted as one of the most competitively priced models of its kind in the Australian market. The new MG HS PHEV will be offered in two trim levels: the Excite, which carries a drive-away price of $52,990, and the higher-end Essence, priced at $55,990 drive-away. This pricing strategy places the MG HS ‘Super Hybrid’ in a middle ground among its competitors. It is more expensive than rivals like the BYD Sealion 6, which starts at $42,990 before on-road costs, and the Jaecoo J7 PHEV, which is available from $47,990 drive-away. However, it remains more affordable than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, which starts at $57,290 before on-road costs.
The ‘Super Hybrid’ variant of the MG HS is powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine working in tandem with an electric motor, delivering a combined output of 220kW of power and 350Nm of torque. This setup is backed by a sizeable 24.7kWh battery pack, enabling the vehicle to achieve a claimed all-electric driving range of up to 135 kilometres under the NEDC test standard, which is known to be more lenient than other global testing procedures. When using the hybrid system — combining both electric and petrol power — MG claims the vehicle can cover up to 1000 kilometres on a full charge and fuel tank, based on internal tests that included a long-range trip from Sydney to Melbourne, arriving with an estimated 100 kilometres of range remaining.
While its real-world fuel consumption is rated at 5.0 litres per 100 kilometres, this figure is notably higher than the lab-tested consumption of competitors such as the BYD Sealion 6 (1.1L/100km) and Jaecoo J7 (1.0L/100km). However, the MG system conserves battery charge to allow the car to function as a conventional hybrid when away from charging stations, a strategy similar to hybrid management systems used by Toyota, Hyundai, BYD, and Mitsubishi.
Though official specifications for the Australian market have yet to be released, it is anticipated that the 'Super Hybrid' models will closely mirror the petrol-powered HS versions in terms of features. For instance, the Excite trim includes 19-inch alloy wheels, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a matching infotainment touchscreen, a surround-view camera system, and advanced safety tech such as adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, and cross-traffic alerts. The Essence grade adds premium comforts such as a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, a powered tailgate, and wireless phone charging.
If MG maintains the same equipment offerings in the hybrid variants, customers can expect to pay a premium of approximately $16,000 for the Excite and $15,000 for the Essence versions compared to their petrol-only counterparts. Full technical and feature specifications are expected to be announced closer to the vehicle’s official launch, scheduled for September 2025.