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CUPRA Terramar vs MG HS comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Terramar or MG HS?

CUPRA Terramar vs MG HS: Key differences

CUPRA Terramar

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • slightly more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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MG HS

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Terramar

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MG HS is noticeably cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the CUPRA Terramar costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,426 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG HS uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the CUPRA Terramar with 1.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Terramar offers slightly more range – reaching up to 118 km, about 18 km more than the MG HS.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

Both models deliver identical power – 272 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Terramar is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the MG HS takes 6.8 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Terramar delivers slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Terramar

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Terramar is very slightly lighter – 1,638 kg compared to 1,735 kg. The difference is around 97 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Terramar offers only slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 507 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Terramar carries clearly more – 542 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 142 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG HS is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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MG HS

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 224 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 5.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 100 km
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CUPRA Terramar

The CUPRA Terramar blends the brand’s sporty DNA with the practicality of a compact crossover, offering striking design and a driver-focused, premium-feeling cabin. It’s aimed at buyers who want engaging handling and athletic looks without giving up everyday usability and modern connectivity.

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Reviews CUPRA Terramar

5 (5 Reviews)
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David Burrell
21 Jan 2026, 22:24:34

Had a Terramar for nearly 12 months and it’s proven a great choice. Love the driving experience and that fact it’s less common than Tiguan/Q3 cousins. V2 spec gives you so much kit you don’t need any extras.

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Rafał
13 Jan 2026, 21:59:07

A better-equipped version of a car that's technically very similar to the Q3, offered at a more attractive price.

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4.7 (7 Reviews)
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Mac Finn
29 Oct 2025, 11:27:52

Good perfomance and superbly low fuel consumption in daily use.

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CUPRA Terramar
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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,400 - 50,600 £
Price
30,000 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
118 km
Electric Range
100 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
36 - 191 g/km
co2
14 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,638 - 1,904 kg
Curb weight
1,735 - 1,930 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
507 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,869 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
512 - 542 kg
Payload
400 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
224 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
340 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
165 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
MG
Is the CUPRA Terramar offered with different drivetrains?

The CUPRA Terramar is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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