Alfa Romeo Junior vs MG Hs Super Hybrid
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Alfa Romeo Junior

$45,900 - $58,990

2026 price

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MG Hs Super Hybrid

$48,990 - $52,990

2026 price

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Summary

2026 Alfa Romeo Junior

2026 MG Hs Super Hybrid

By Jack Quick

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Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 3, 1.2L

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Fuel Efficiency

4.1L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Keen driving dynamics
Surprisingly quiet
Can be very frugal

Strong real-world efficiency
Comfortable and quiet cabin
Hitting homeruns with styling

Dislikes

Double the price of Chinese rivals
Lots of plain black finishes
No standard spare wheel

Safety and tech needs refining
Missing some features for flagship grade
No fast DC charging

2026 Alfa Romeo Junior Summary

Alfa Romeo’s new entry-level model has finally arrived in Australia.

Pitched as a spiritual successor to the MiTo and Giulietta hatchbacks, the Junior is a tiny SUV with plenty of hatchback design cues.

It was originally set to be called the Milano, however members of the Italian government complained, claiming it’s illegal to sell products with an Italian place name that aren’t actually made there.

The Junior is actually built in Tychy, Poland alongside the related Jeep Avenger at a Stellantis production plant.

We’ve driven the Junior a few times now overseas, but now it’s time to see how it holds up on local soil.

First up is the Ibrida, or hybrid. The fully electric version is also on sale but will have to wait for a future review.

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2026 MG Hs Super Hybrid Summary

Being a mid-size SUV means the MG HS Super Hybrid is placed in one of Australia’s most competitive segments.

The flagship Essence plug-in hybrid pairs family-friendly size with an efficient powertrain, promising efficiency without asking you to fully commit to electric life.

But when you’re up against some solid all-rounders in the market… does it do enough to earn a spot on your shortlist?

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Deep dive comparison

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Verdict

The Alfa Romeo Junior is a cute car that’s charming and smile-inducing. It deserves to sell well but ultimately this will come down to whether the Australian public is receptive.

There is plenty of competition out there and if you're wanting something design-led, it's hard to look past this without spending much more money.

Note: CarsGuide attended this event as a guest of the manufacturer, with travel, accommodation and meals provided.

Verdict

The MG HS Super Hybrid Essence gets a lot right. It’s well sized for families, comfortable on the road and easy to live with day to day.

However, it misses a few features you might expect for a flagship grade. More notably, the calibration of some of its technology and safety systems could do with further refinement.

Alfa Romeo Junior vs MG Hs Super Hybrid What's the difference?

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Alfa Romeo Junior vs MG Hs Super Hybrid
What's the difference?