MG HS vs Honda ZR-V

The MG HS starts from $33,990 before on-road costs, while the Honda ZR-V opens at $34,300. That makes the MG HS the more affordable entry point by $310.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $37,389 and $37,730 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

The MG HS holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Honda ZR-V. Adult occupant protection scored 90% for the MG HS and 79% for the Honda ZR-V.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Honda ZR-V packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the MG HS.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the MG HS and 7 in the Honda ZR-V.

The MG HS features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Honda ZR-V gets a 9-inch display and 10.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The MG HS stands out with Apple CarPlay and panoramic roof that you will not find on the Honda ZR-V. The Honda ZR-V counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The MG HS uses a Petrol producing 125kW and 275Nm of torque, sent through a 7-speed dct to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.6 seconds.

The Honda ZR-V responds with a Petrol making 131kW and 240Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8 seconds.

The Honda ZR-V has the clear power advantage at 131kW vs 125kW. In the real-world sprint, the Honda ZR-V is 1.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The MG HS measures 4,655mm long on a 2,765mm wheelbase, 87mm longer than the Honda ZR-V at 4,568mm (2,655mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the MG HS generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 507L in the MG HS and 380L in the Honda ZR-V, giving the MG HS a 127L advantage.

For towing, the Honda ZR-V leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,967/year for the MG HS and $1,995/year for the Honda ZR-V. That is a $28 annual difference in favour of the MG HS.

Estimated annual total: $1,967 (MG HS) vs $1,995 (Honda ZR-V). The MG HS saves you roughly $28 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 10 years / 250,000km (MG HS) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Honda ZR-V). The MG HS has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Honda ZR-V).