MG MG HS vs Kia EV5

The MG MG HS starts from $33,990 before on-road costs, while the Kia EV5 opens at $49,770. That makes the MG MG HS the more affordable entry point by $15,780.

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 $54,747 respectively.

The Kia EV5 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The MG MG HS, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the MG MG HS and Kia EV5 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 92% for the MG MG HS and 88% for the Kia EV5.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Kia EV5 packs more ADAS features with 6 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 7 in the Kia EV5.

The MG MG HS features a 10.3-inch touchscreen, while the Kia EV5 gets a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The MG MG HS stands out with Apple CarPlay and panoramic roof that you will not find on the Kia EV5. The Kia EV5 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and wireless charging. 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 Kia EV5 responds with a Electric making 160kW and 310Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.2 seconds.

The Kia EV5 has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 125kW. In the real-world sprint, the Kia EV5 is 1.4s 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, 55mm longer than the Kia EV5 at 4,615mm (2,750mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the MG MG HS generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 507L in the MG MG HS and 460L in the Kia EV5, giving the MG MG HS a 47L advantage.

For towing, the MG MG HS leads with a 1,800kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 10 years / 250,000km (MG MG HS) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Kia EV5). The MG MG HS has longer coverage.