Hybrid SUV gets revamp

Tim Gibson

News Journalist

2 min read

Pricing and specifications for MG's latest hybrid SUV have been announced. 

The 2026 MG HS Hybrid+ offers a more affordable plugless hybrid alternative to the range-topping Super Hybrid PHEV. 

It starts from $40,990 (before on-road costs) for the entry level Excite variant, while the Essence variant starts at $44,990.

Read More About MG Hs Hybrid+

Hybrid+ versions of the HS use a 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol hybrid set-up that delivers 165kW and 340Nm to the front wheels, via a two-speed hybrid transmission. 

The hybrid set-up gives the HS Hybrid+ a combined fuel consumption of 5.2L/100km, which is significantly better than the 6.9L/100km in the turbo-petrol powered HS variant. 

It also produces more power than the HS, but the hybrid+ comes with a $4,000 price hike on the base model. 

The Hybrid+ will face competition in a now hotly contested hybrid mid-size SUV market.

2026 MG HS Hybrid+ price Australia

Variant Price (before on-road costs)
Excite$40,990
Essence$44,990

2026 MG HS Hybrid+ engine and efficiency

Engine1.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol hybrid
Combined power165kW
Combined torque340Nm
TransmissionTwo-speed hybrid transmission
Driven wheelsFront-wheel drive
Fuel use5.2L/100km
Fuel tank size55L
Battery size1.83 (kWh)
CO2 emissions119g/km
2026 MG HS Hybrid+
2026 MG HS Hybrid+

2026 MG HS Hybrid+ Excite comes as standard with

Essence grade adds

  • Front fog lights
  • Sunglasses box
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Front parking sensors
  • Heated side mirrors
  • Heated front seats
  • Power and sensor operated tailgate
  • 8-speaker audio system
  • 360-degree camera
  • Wireless phone charger
  • Dual zone climate control 

2026 MG HS Hybrid+ safety

The 2026 MG HS Hybrid+ is yet to be crash tested. 

Standard safety features on Excite grade: 

2026 MG HS Hybrid+ warranty and servicing

The 2026 MG HS Hybrid+ comes with a 10-year warranty, conditional on servicing at MG dealerships, with roadside assist also topped up with each visit.

2026 MG HS Hybrid + dimensions 

 Dimensions
Length4670mm
Width1890mm
Height1655mm
Wheelbase2765mm
Cargo all seats up to rear package tray1484L
Cargo 2nd row seats down, up to ceiling 509L
Tim Gibson

News Journalist

Tim couldn't get enough of UK Top Gear as a kid, which sparked his passion for cars. Tim’s journalism career began at age 15 as a local reporter for Football South Coast before he branched into live commentary with Football New South Wales. He reports on national competitions and the Socceroos with Football Australia, and also covered the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup with The Football Sack. He studied a Bachelor of Journalism and a Bachelor of Laws at the University of Wollongong, featuring in the top five per cent of students, and graduating with distinction. Tim completed an internship in the ABC’s Wollongong office, then undertook regular paid shifts until he completed his degrees. Tim started his full-time journalism career at CarsGuide, working as a News Journalist covering a range of automotive topics from electric vehicles to legal issues. Education University of Wollongong | Bachelor of Journalism with distinction | 2020-2025 University of Wollongong | Bachelor of Laws | 2020-2025 Featured Publications Football South Coast | 2018-present Football New South Wales | 2019-present South Coast Flame FC | 2021-2022 Football Australia | 2023-present UOW TV | 2021-2025 The Football Sack | 2022-2023 ABC Illawarra | 2023-2025 CarsGuide | 2025-present
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