MG Motors NZ announces details of HS plug-in hybrid
The MG HS plug-in hybrid is available from $52,990. Photos: MG Motor
MG Motor New Zealand has released details of its new HS plug-in hybrid, a premium new SUV which combines the best of both worlds, uniting remarkable performance and technology with low-emission practicality.
The MG HS plug-in hybrid is available from $52,990 plus on-road costs, thus making it eligible for the clean car rebate.
The MG HS plug-in hybrid’s new technology combines performance and technology with low-emission practicality. Equipped with 63km of electric range – perfect for the day-to-day commute – the plug-in hybrid can reduce emissions by up to 50-70 per cent.
The MG HS plug-in hybrid has a 12.3in virtual instrument cluster, and 10.1in colour touchscreen.
Peter Ciao, CEO, MG Motor New Zealand, said: “The new MG HS plug-in hybrid brilliantly showcases the intelligence and innovation we have available within our brand. It offers our customers the opportunity to experience new energy innovation, while remaining in the comfort of a true SUV that is equal parts stylish, sporty and spacious.
“The MG HS plug-in hybrid is our first plug-in hybrid, our second new energy vehicle, and one that we’re delighted to bring to our New Zealand customers as part of our commitment to making new energy vehicles mainstream in New Zealand.”
The new MG plug-in hybrid features a panoramic Stargazer sunroof, 360-degree camera, a 12.3in virtual instrument cluster, 10.1in colour touchscreen, and heated and electrically adjustable leather sports seats with Alcantara trim.
The MG HS plug-in hybrid has a 63km of electric range.
Included as standard is the MG Pilot Driver Safety Technology system, a comprehensive suite of active and passive driver assistance technologies.
The MG plug-in hybrid’s total output from the electric motor with the 1.5L turbo combustion engine is 189kW of power and 370Nm of torque. This delivers an impressive 1.7L/100km combined cycle fuel consumption and 39g/km CO2 emissions.
As a plug-in hybrid, the model comes equipped with a standard 3-Pin Home Charger, to be plugged in next to the petrol intake, providing convenient home charging options to customers.
