Volkswagen Tayron vs MG Hs Super Hybrid
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Volkswagen Tayron

$48,950 - $76,550

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MG Hs Super Hybrid

$48,990 - $52,990

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Summary

2026 Volkswagen Tayron

2026 MG Hs Super Hybrid

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 4, 2.0L

Fuel Type

Unleaded Petrol

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Fuel Efficiency

8.6L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Thoughtful family features
Comfortable daily driver
Great boot space

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

Dislikes

Lacks the finesse and power of Touareg
Third row is still a 'sometimes seat'
Expensive ownership

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

2026 Volkswagen Tayron Summary

Volkswagen has a new large SUV in the Tayron (pronounced TIE-ron), and it arrives with a fair bit riding on it. Replacing the Tiguan Allspace and taking on some of the duties left by the departing Touareg, it’s now the brand’s key seven-seat family offering.

We’re testing the flagship 195TSI R-Line with established petrol rivals like the Kia Sorento GT-Line, Skoda Kodiaq RS and Toyota Kluger Grande in mind. After a few weeks of school-holiday mayhem, complete with feral kids, does it sink or swim?

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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

So, does the new Volkswagen Tayron 195TSI R-Line sink or swim? It's definitely swimming as it delivers a solid blend of features and comforts for families seeking a 'sometime' seven-seater. It's not yet on the podium as it doesn’t hit every mark. Purchase price and servicing costs may put some buyers off but it packs in a number of thoughtful, family-oriented features. Whether it will go on to become Volkswagen’s standout seven-seat offering remains to be seen, but it’s a capable, well-rounded option in the segment.

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.

Volkswagen Tayron vs MG Hs Super Hybrid What's the difference?

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Volkswagen Tayron vs MG Hs Super Hybrid
What's the difference?