Toyota HiLux vs MG HS

The Toyota HiLux starts from $33,990 before on-road costs, while the MG HS opens at $33,990. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.

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 $37,389 respectively.

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

Both the Toyota HiLux and MG HS hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 84% for the Toyota HiLux and 90% for the MG HS.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 6 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Toyota HiLux, against 5 on the MG HS.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Toyota HiLux and 7 in the MG HS.

The Toyota HiLux features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the MG HS gets a 10.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Toyota HiLux stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto — features our data doesn't list for the MG HS. The MG HS counters with Apple CarPlay, panoramic roof and power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Toyota HiLux uses a 2.8L 4-cyl Turbo-Diesel producing 150kW and 420Nm of torque, sent through a manual to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.2 seconds.

The MG HS responds with a Petrol making 125kW and 275Nm, paired to a 7-speed dct driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.6 seconds.

The Toyota HiLux has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 125kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the MG HS is 0.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Toyota HiLux measures 5,380mm long on a 3,085mm wheelbase, 725mm longer than the MG HS at 4,655mm (2,765mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Toyota HiLux generally means more rear legroom.

For towing, the Toyota HiLux leads with a 2,900kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 1,400kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,081/year for the Toyota HiLux and $1,967/year for the MG HS. That is a $114 annual difference in favour of the MG HS.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Toyota HiLux) vs 10 years / 250,000km (MG HS). The MG HS has longer coverage.