{"id":52264,"date":"2025-09-30T15:23:09","date_gmt":"2025-09-30T15:23:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/52264\/"},"modified":"2025-09-30T15:23:09","modified_gmt":"2025-09-30T15:23:09","slug":"mg-new-zealand-introduces-2-new-hybrid-hs-variants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/52264\/","title":{"rendered":"MG New Zealand introduces 2 new hybrid HS variants"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The MG HS Hybrid+ delivers 165kW\/340Nm and 5.2L\/100km fuel consumption with a 1.83kWh battery.<br \/>\nThe HS Super Hybrid achieves 220kW\/350Nm and up to 120km WLTP electric range with 0.7L\/100km fuel use.<br \/>\nPricing spans $44,990 to $56,990, with up to 10 years\/250,000km warranty coverage available.<\/p>\n<p>MG New Zealand has pulled the covers off two new\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.drivencarguide.co.nz\/reviews\/mg-hs-essence-review-now-more-mettle-for-the-money\/\" title=\"MG HS Essence review: now more mettle for the money\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">HS<\/a> variants: the Hybrid+ and the range-topping Super Hybrid, supplementing the existing petrol models while marking the completion of its mid-sized SUV lineup.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Both hybrid models promise lower running costs and impressive flexibility, with the Super Hybrid going particularly hard on distance.<\/p>\n<p>Hybrid+ means business<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/mghs-006.jpg\" alt=\"All-new MG HS New Zealand\" width=\"1069\" height=\"708\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p>    &#13;<br \/>\n        Read More&#13;<br \/>\n        &#13;<\/p>\n<p>Sitting at the entry point is the HS Hybrid+, pairing a 1.5-litre turbo engine with a 146kW electric motor and a 1.83kWh battery. Together they push out 165kW and 340Nm, with fuel consumption listed at 5.2L\/100km.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n        Advertisement&#13;<\/p>\n<p class=\"o-adunit__info peer-[&amp;[style*=none]]:tw-hidden\">&#13;<br \/>\n            <a class=\"o-adunit__link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nzme.co.nz\/advertise\/\">Advertise with NZME.<\/a>&#13;\n        <\/p>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Drivers can tweak regenerative braking between Low and High, while the stretched 4670mm length and 1890mm width translate to more cabin space. Drop the rear seats and you\u2019ll reveal a hefty 1484L boot.<\/p>\n<p>Super Hybrid goes the distance<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/mghs-001.jpg\" alt=\"All-new MG HS New Zealand\" width=\"1089\" height=\"612\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The new HS Super Hybrid is the headline act. A 154kW\/340Nm traction motor combines with its petrol engine for a beefy 220kW and 350Nm overall.<\/p>\n<p>More impressive is the claimed 120km pure electric WLTP range, well above many plug-in rivals, and an eyebrow-raising 1000km-plus total range when fully charged and fuelled.<\/p>\n<p>Cabin upgrades include dual 12.3-inch displays, wireless Apple CarPlay\/Android Auto, and wireless charging. Fuel economy is rated at 0.7L\/100km.<\/p>\n<p>Pricing and arrival<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/mghs-004.jpg\" alt=\"All-new MG HS New Zealand\" width=\"1066\" height=\"578\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Both variants are front-wheel drive and come in Excite or Essence trims. The Hybrid+ kicks off at $44,990, while the Super Hybrid starts at $52,990. MG backs them with up to 10 years\/250,000km coverage if serviced within the dealer network, plus roadside assistance.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n        Advertisement&#13;<\/p>\n<p class=\"o-adunit__info peer-[&amp;[style*=none]]:tw-hidden\">&#13;<br \/>\n            <a class=\"o-adunit__link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nzme.co.nz\/advertise\/\">Advertise with NZME.<\/a>&#13;\n        <\/p>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<p>Dean Sheed, MG New Zealand\u2019s Country Business Manager, said the lineup is now \u201ca great option for families looking for an efficient and powerful mid-sized SUV without compromise.\u201d Stuart Mitchell, MG\u2019s ANZ EV &amp; Hybrid director, added the Super Hybrid lets drivers \u201cfuel up, charge the battery and drive over 1,000kms, giving them the freedom to go anywhere they want.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drivencarguide.co.nz\/news\/new-mg-hs-revealed-is-a-phev-with-120km-range-on-the-cards-for-nz\/\" title=\"New MG HS revealed: is a PHEV with 120km range on the cards for NZ?\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">HS<\/a> Hybrid+ is already at dealerships nationwide, with the Super Hybrid following in early October.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The MG HS Hybrid+ delivers 165kW\/340Nm and 5.2L\/100km fuel consumption with a 1.83kWh battery. 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