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MG HS vs CUPRA Formentor comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 390 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 35,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG HS or CUPRA Formentor?

MG HS vs CUPRA Formentor: Key differences

MG HS

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat more trunk space
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CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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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

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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 a bit cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,250 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG HS uses 0.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the CUPRA Formentor with 1.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Formentor offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 26 km more than the MG HS.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Formentor offers visibly more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 118 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the MG HS takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Formentor delivers markedly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

HS

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is markedly lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,735 kg. The difference is around 301 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG HS offers somewhat more boot space – 507 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 57 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries clearly more – 526 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG HS is decisively ahead 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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HS

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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MG HS

The MG HS, also known as the EHS in its hybrid variant, is a midsize SUV that combines modern design with a focus on comfort and technology. Its spacious interior offers a premium feel, enhanced by quality materials and an array of advanced features aimed at ensuring a smooth driving experience. Known for its efficiency, the MG HS/EHS delivers an enjoyable ride whether navigating city streets or taking on longer road trips.

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Reviews MG HS

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.

CUPRA Formentor

With coupe-like lines and a muscular stance the Cupra Formentor blends sporty drama with everyday sense, so it looks like it’s in motion even at a standstill. Inside and out it’s tuned for drivers who want engaging handling and a grown-up cabin — practical enough for daily life, playful enough to make the commute feel like a short track session.

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4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Waldemar
7 Feb 2026, 09:46:20

For me, a mature man, the "civilian" version was enough — an automatic, very well-equipped, with the 150‑hp engine in Magnetic Tech.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 36,000 £
Price
35,200 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
100 km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
14 - 126 g/km
co2
32 - 229 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
1,735 - 1,930 kg
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Trunk capacity
507 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
400 kg
Payload
439 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
224 - 272 HP
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
340 - 350 Nm
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Power kW
165 - 200 kW
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
Brand
MG
Brand
CUPRA
What drivetrain options does the MG HS have?

The MG HS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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