MG MG HS vs GWM Haval H7

The MG MG HS starts from $33,990 before on-road costs, while the GWM Haval H7 opens at $46,990. That makes the MG MG HS the more affordable entry point by $13,000.

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 $51,689 respectively.

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

Both the MG MG HS and GWM Haval H7 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 92% for the MG MG HS and 90% for the GWM Haval H7.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The GWM Haval H7 packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the MG MG HS.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the MG MG HS and 6 in the GWM Haval H7. The GWM Haval H7 adds a 360-degree camera that the MG MG HS misses.

The MG MG HS features a 10.3-inch touchscreen, while the GWM Haval H7 gets a 14.6-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The MG MG HS stands out with Apple CarPlay that you will not find on the GWM Haval H7. The GWM Haval H7 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging and heated front seats. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The MG MG HS uses a Petrol producing 125kW and 250Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.6 seconds.

The GWM Haval H7 responds with a Petrol making 179kW and 530Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.9 seconds.

The GWM Haval H7 has the clear power advantage at 179kW vs 125kW. In the real-world sprint, the GWM Haval H7 is 0.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The MG MG HS measures 4,670mm long on a 2,765mm wheelbase, 90mm shorter than the GWM Haval H7 at 4,760mm (2,800mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Haval H7 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 507L in the MG MG HS and 520L in the GWM Haval H7, giving the GWM Haval H7 a 13L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Haval H7 leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 1,800kg. That 700kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,853/year for the MG MG HS and $1,682/year for the GWM Haval H7. That is a $171 annual difference in favour of the GWM Haval H7.

Estimated annual total: $1,853 (MG MG HS) vs $1,682 (GWM Haval H7). The GWM Haval H7 saves you roughly $171 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 10 years / 250,000km (MG MG HS) vs 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Haval H7). The MG MG HS has longer coverage.