Petrol
2020 MG HS 1.5T
The 2020 MG HS 1.5T is a SUV. It has a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 162 hp (121 kW), with front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 9.0 seconds and top speed is 112 mph (180 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2020 MG HS 1.5T
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed September 14, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | MG | Model | HS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2020 | Version / Trim | 1.5T |
| Body Style | SUV | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Dover White, Pebble Black, Dynamic Red, Medal Silver, Ion Blue, Smoke Grey, Lemon Ice, Monsoon Grey, Tarmac Grey |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | China |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | 6-speed DCT |
| Engine | 1.5L Turbo 4-cyl | Engine Size | 1,490 cc |
| Power | 162 hp / 121 kW | Torque | 250 Nm / 184 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 9.0 sec | Top Speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
| Wheelbase | 2,765 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,490 kg (3,285 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2020 SUVS
Compared with other 2020 SUVs in our database, its 162 hp is 48% less than the average 2020 SUV (314 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 2.5 seconds slower than average, and it is 23% lighter than the typical SUV.
| 2020 MG HS 1.5T | Average 2020 SUVs | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 162 hp | 314 hp (98 cars) | -48% |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 424 Nm (98 cars) | -41% |
| 0–60 mph | 9.0 s | 6.5 s (101 cars) | +38% |
| Top speed | 112 mph | 130 mph (101 cars) | -14% |
| Kerb weight | 1,490 kg | 1,931 kg (102 cars) | -23% |
| Engine size | 1,490 cc | 2,800 cc (82 cars) | -47% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2020 SUVs with similar power to the 2020 MG HS 1.5T.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 MG HS 1.5T | 162 hp | 9.0 s | 1,490 kg |
| 2020 Chery Tiggo 7 1.5T | 156 hp | 9.8 s | 1,500 kg |
| 2020 Changan CS55 Plus | 169 hp | 9.5 s | 1,340 kg |
| 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid | 155 hp | 7.5 s | 1,995 kg |
| 2020 Subaru Crosstrek AWD | 152 hp | 8.2 s | 1,440 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Navigation System
Digital Instrument Cluster
OTA Updates
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Automatic Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Panoramic Roof
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Roof Rails
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start
Tow Bar / Tow Package
Spare Tyre