MG Reveals HS Hybrid+ And Super Hybrid For Australia
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You could say hybrid SUVs have been arriving in Australia for years, like migratory birds. But these new HS HYBRID+ and HS SUPER HYBRID models feel like proper arrivals, not the sort you shrug at and forget. Dealerships are already getting keys in hands, and what MG offers here is a sensible blend of efficiency and everyday usability for families and commuters who prefer saving cash at the pump to pretending fuel is free.
First Deliveries And What They Mean
The first shipments of both HYBRID+ and SUPER HYBRID have landed at local showrooms. The headline here is straightforward: noticeably improved fuel economy, which means fewer visits to petrol stations and more distance covered between fills. That is, after all, the whole point of hybridising a mid-sized SUV.
Engineering Highlights
Under the bonnet the HYBRID+ retains a punchy 1.5 litre turbo petrol engine, tuned to be responsive for real-world driving. The SUPER HYBRID raises the stakes with a larger 24.7 kilowatt hour battery and a hybrid system designed to be flexible and efficient. Drivers get eight selectable driving modes to tailor performance to mood, road or weekend plans, and the Essence trim rides on 19 inch wheels for a slightly more planted feel.
Full technical specifications for each variant are available on the manufacturer’s website for anyone who enjoys the fine print.
Range And Pricing
MG has lined up a clear range with sensible pricing. The HYBRID+ models start from a very competitive position, and the SUPER HYBRID sits above them as the long-range option.
HS Excite HYBRID+ is priced from $40,990 drive away.
HS Essence HYBRID+ is priced from $44,990 drive away.
HS Excite SUPER HYBRID is priced from $50,990 drive away.
HS Essence SUPER HYBRID is priced from $54,990 drive away.
Practicality, Reach And Support
MG points out that the SUPER HYBRID has been engineered for Australian conditions, with the battery and hybrid system working together to deliver exceptional fuel efficiency. The company claims owners can refuel, charge the battery and travel more than 1,000 kilometres between major refuels under the right conditions. The range is supported by a national dealer network of over 100 outlets and a 10 year, 250,000 kilometre warranty when servicing is carried out at authorised dealerships. For warranty terms and servicing costs, consult the manufacturer’s published information.
If you like the idea of a mid-sized SUV that nicks petrol but keeps pace, these new HS hybrids are worth a look at your local showroom and a proper test drive.
Zachary Skinner is the editor of TechDrivePlay.com, where tech, cars and adventure share the fast lane.
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