Verdict
At RM129,900, the MG HS costs RM30,048 less than the Xpeng G6. The saving matters, yet the G6 answers with a 248 hp, 440 Nm rear motor, 480 km EV range, 382 kW DC charging and a 571-litre boot, against the HS’s 160 hp, 250 Nm petrol engine and 463 litres. Its driver-assistance kit is far fuller too. The HS remains the sensible lower-entry choice, with a 55-litre fuel tank, sunroof shade and unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty, but the G6 is the more capable package if the higher RM240 road tax and purchase price fit your budget.
Pick the MG HS if you want to spend RM30,048 less, retain petrol power and get unlimited-mileage warranty cover plus a seven-year/unlimited-mileage powertrain warranty.
Pick the Xpeng G6 if you want 480 km EV range, 248 hp and 440 Nm, faster 382 kW DC charging, a bigger boot and substantially more assistance technology.
Key differences
- Price: MG HS RM129,900; Xpeng G6 RM159,948.
- Output: MG HS 160 hp and 250 Nm from a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine; Xpeng G6 248 hp and 440 Nm from one electric motor.
- Driveline: MG HS front-wheel drive; Xpeng G6 rear-wheel drive.
- Size: MG HS is 4,574 mm long with a 2,720 mm wheelbase; Xpeng G6 is 4,758 mm long with a 2,890 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: MG HS 463 litres; Xpeng G6 571 litres.
- Energy and charging: MG HS has a 55-litre petrol tank; Xpeng G6 has a 68.5 kWh battery, 480 km range, 11 kW AC and 382 kW DC charging.
HS
- RM30,048 lower purchase price and RM120 annual road tax.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty plus seven-year/unlimited-mileage powertrain warranty.
- Panoramic glass roof includes a sunroof shade.
- 160 hp and 250 Nm trail the G6’s 248 hp and 440 Nm.
- No blind-spot information system, autonomous braking, collision warning or lane-keeping steering correction.
- 463-litre boot is 108 litres smaller than the G6’s.
G6
- 248 hp, 440 Nm rear motor and a 6.94-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 480 km range, 382 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- 571-litre boot, powered boot, adaptive cruise control and auto parking.
- Costs RM30,048 more and has RM240 annual road tax versus RM120.
- Five-year manufacturer warranty is capped at 120,000 km, where the HS warranty has unlimited mileage.
- No sunroof shade is listed for its fixed panoramic glass roof.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,900✓ | RM159,948 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM240 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,490 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 160 hp | — |
| Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 74 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 248 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 440 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 68.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 480 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 382 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed, Twin-clutch Transmission | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.94 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 202 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,574 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width | 1,876 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,664 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,115 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 463 litres | 571 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Bravo HPM5 | Maxxis Waltz MS2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Front Passenger Seat | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used HS & G6 for sale
HS vs G6 FAQ
Is the MG HS or Xpeng G6 better?
The Xpeng G6 is better equipped and more capable on paper, with 248 hp, 440 Nm, 480 km range, 382 kW DC charging, a 571-litre boot and extensive driver assistance. The MG HS is the lower-cost petrol alternative.
What is the price difference?
The Xpeng G6 costs RM30,048 more than the MG HS.
Which has the better warranty coverage?
The MG HS has a five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty and seven-year/unlimited-mileage powertrain warranty. The Xpeng G6 has a five-year/120,000-km manufacturer warranty, plus an eight-year/160,000-km battery warranty.
