Rebel Editor March 2, 2021

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14]

Alongside four front-wheel drive versions and single plug-in hybrid, the Australian MG HS range now grows to seven.

  • 2021 MG HS now offered with all-wheel drive
  • Two versions available: Excite X and Essence X
  • New 2.0-litre turbo engine offers 168kW/360Nm
  • Excite X priced from $37,990 drive away
  • Essence X priced from $42,990 drive away

Off the back of launching a plug-in hybrid version of its medium SUV, the 2021 MG HS range is again bolstered by the addition of two new, all-wheel drive variants.

Based on the top two trim levels (barring the Anfield special edition) – Excite and Essence – both are offered with introductory drive-away pricing.

The 2021 MG HS Excite X costs $37,990 drive-away, $3000 more than its front-drive counterpart.

The 2021 MG HS Essence X is priced from $42,990 drive-away, some $4000 more than the regular car.

MORE: 2021 MG HS Plug-In Hybrid price and specs: Electrified SUV from $46,990 drive-away

MG did not advise when the promotional offer ends, but expect prices to last at least six months.

Once lapsed, both SUVs will return to list pricing of $35,990 and $40,990 respectively.

Both are powered by a new 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with 168kW and 360Nm. Power is distributed to the road by a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and an on-demand all-wheel-drive system.

The official combined fuel consumption figure is 9.5L/100km, 1.2 litres higher than the front-drive version, which uses 7.3L/100km.

Inside, specification mirrors that of the front-wheel drive range. The Excite X model benefits from a semi-digital instrument cluster, customisable ambient cabin lighting, an electric tailgate, dual-zone climate control and rain-sensing wipers.

MORE: 2021 MG HS Core price and specs: Mid-size SUV gains entry-level variant

The Essence X introduces electrically-adjustable sports seats trimmed in leather and Alcantara, red stitching highlights, a panoramic sunroof and a 360-degree parking camera.

All cars feature the brand’s MG Pilot safety suite, which includes adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, autonomous emergency braking, speed sign detection, rear cross-traffic alert, semi-autonomous traffic jam assist, and auto high-beam control.

There’a also a 10.1-inch infotainment screen with in-built satellite navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto connectivity.

On the outside, both versions receive 18-inch wheels with Michelin sports tyres, LED headlights and daytime-running lights, and LED tail-lights with sequential indicators.

The range is offered with a choice of five colours, comprising one solid and four metallic hues: New Pearl White (metallic), Black Pearl (metallic), Phantom Red (metallic), Surfing Blue (metallic) and York White (solid).

The 2021 MG HS AWD comes with a seven-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty.

2021 MG HS Australian pricing

  • HS Core – $29,990
  • HS Vibe – $30,990
  • HS Excite – $33,990
  • HS Excite X – $37,990 (new)
  • HS Essence – $38,990
  • HS Essence Anfield – $40,690
  • HS Essence X – $42,990 (new)
  • HS Plug-in Hybrid – $46,990 (new)

Note: All prices listed above are drive-away. Click on any of the photos in this story to access the full photo gallery.

MORE: 2021 MG HS Core price and specs
MORE: 2021 MG HS Plug-In Hybrid price and specs
MORE: MG HS news and reviews
MORE: Everything MG

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=15]