- MG HS PHEV awarded ‘Plug-In Hybrid of the Year’ at the 2025 What Car? Car of the Year Awards
- MG HS SE named ‘Best Family SUV for Value’
- Award-Winning MG HS Range starts from £24,995
The new MG HS SUV has achieved a double win at the 2025 What Car? Car of the Year Awards. The MG HS PHEV was judged ‘Plug-in Hybrid of the Year’ by the What Car? team whilst the petrol HS SE was crowned ‘Best Family SUV for Value’. Steve Huntingford, Editor at What Car? commented:
“MG’s product offering 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 MG HS PHEV, which made its global debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed last summer, was praised by the What Car? judging panel for its premium cabin as well as the impressive, electric-only range of up to 75 miles. The What Car? team added:
“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.”
Continuing MG’s reputation for offering customers outstanding value in the SUV marketplace, the petrol HS SE 1.5T, recognised as the ‘Best Family SUV for Value’, is available from just £24,995.
“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,” noted the What Car? experts.
David Allison, Head of Product and Planning at MG Motor UK, commented:
“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 our 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.
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.”
MG HS SUV models secured 30,207 sales in 2024 making this MG the 8th best-selling car in the UK. MG was also ranked 10th in terms of UK vehicle registrations, a first for the brand.
The new generation of the HS range offers customers the best possible overall value in the SUV marketplace. The petrol HS SE 1.5T is available from just £24,995 with the range-topping HS Trophy PHEV priced from £33,995. And, like all MGs, there is a generous 7-year/80,000-mile manufacturer’s warranty supported by a 160 strong dealer network.
About MG
Established in 1924, MG is one of the world’s best-known automotive brands. Renowned for its affordable, exciting, innovative and stylish British sports cars, thousands of these much-loved classics are still being driven by passionate enthusiasts worldwide.
Today, MG offers motorists a wide choice of models. The range includes the MG3 supermini, popular and practical SUVs such as the ZS and HS, the critically acclaimed MG4 EV hatchback and the dramatic, all-electric, two-seat Cyberster convertible which reconnects with the marque’s performance car heritage.
Both petrol and advanced, efficient hybrid powertrains are available in addition to accessible Zero Emissions Vehicles (ZEVs) like the MG4 EV which has won over 40 major awards in the UK. Praised for its role in making electric motoring fun, useable and affordable, the MG4 EV was the second best-selling EV among UK private buyers in 2024.
MG Motor UK is a dynamic and successful business in its home market. In 2024, the company achieved a record 81,536 new vehicle registrations and was the 10th best-selling automotive brand, with a market share of 4.18% and 27.2% of total sales attributed to EVs. Customers are supported by a 160-strong dealer network and a 7-year/80,000 miles MG warranty.