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MG HS vs Polestar 5 comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 884 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 101,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG HS or Polestar 5?

MG HS vs Polestar 5: Key differences

MG HS

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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter

Polestar 5

  • clearly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MG HS is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Polestar 5 costs 101,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 71,666 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 5 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 670 km, about 570 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 Polestar 5 offers clearly more power – delivering 884 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 612 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the MG HS takes 6.8 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 5 delivers clearly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 665 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: MG HS offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, MG HS is significantly lighter – 1,735 kg compared to 2,462 kg. The difference is around 727 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 5 holds a decisive overall lead 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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Polestar 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 748 - 884 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.6 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 565 - 670 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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Mac Finn
29 Oct 2025, 11:27:52

Good perfomance and superbly low fuel consumption in daily use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 36,000 £
Price
101,700 - 121,400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
100 km
Electric Range
565 - 670 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
14 - 126 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,735 - 1,930 kg
Curb weight
2,462 - 2,465 kg
Trunk capacity
507 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
2,015 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
400 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
224 - 272 HP
Power HP
748 - 884 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
340 - 350 Nm
Torque
812 - 1,015 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
165 - 200 kW
Power kW
550 - 650 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
Polestar
What drivetrain options does the MG HS have?

The MG HS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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