Comparison - MG HS Excite 2020 - vs - Toyota Highlander Limited 2016

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MG HS Excite 2020

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Also called:

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Also called:

Kluger

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Make:

Toyota

Model:

Highlander

Average Price:

34,490

Australian Dollar

Updated:

25 Feb 2020

37,651

Updated:

02 Dec 2016

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

Front Wheel Drive

Year:

2016

Total Seating:

Transmission:

7-speed dual-clutch

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

14.50gals

19.20gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

#CF030F

#000000

#F6F4F7

#0066C3

#FFFFFF

Color:

Alumina Jade Metallic

#979797

Blizzard Pearl

#FBF8F9

Creme Brulee Mica

#A5A49B

Midnight Black Metallic

#3B3A41

Nautical Blue Metallic

#4A495D

Ooh La La Rouge Mica

#90646C

Predawn Gray Mica

#434043

Shoreline Blue Pearl

#313C4D

Silver Sky Metallic

#868A93

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The MG HS is a significant step forward for the brand in Australia, and it isn't just about the sharp pricing. It is a compelling competitor in the medium-SUV segment.

Pros
General feeling of quality, fit and finish is excellent
Cabin insulation and execution are well done
Value is unquestioned, including the warranty

Cons
1.5-litre engine is a little small for the medium-SUV segment
There is a slight torque hole off the mark that you do notice
Transmission is occasionally caught in the wrong gear when cruising

By:

caradvice.com.au

Not only does the MG HS offer excellent value for money, it also has a classy interior and punchy performance if you’re prepared to work the engine for it. Although its infotainment system is laggy and its engine rather coarse when pushed, it’s well worth considering.

Pros
Cheap yet well equipped
Plush interior
Good ride and handling balance

Cons
Small boot
Coarse engine
Pricey PCP deals

By:

whatcar.com

The MG HS is a practical family car that comes with a decent amount of standard equipment, but alternatives have more powerful engines that are cheaper to run.
The MG HS is the brand’s largest SUV and an alternative to the likes of the Nissan Qashqai and Skoda Karoq. MG might not quite have the same brand kudos as these cars, but it makes a pretty good first impression.
At least you get cruise control and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection as standard, though, but you’ll have to fork out for a top-spec car if you want a reversing camera, LED headlights and a panoramic glass roof.

By:

carwow.co.uk

Comfortable and pleasing to drive, the 2016 Toyota Highlander is a no-brainer pick for a three-row family crossover. It also earns our top rating

Regardless of trim level, the Highlander stands out by virtue of its spacious and comfortable cabin. Second-row seating is a choice of three-across bench seating or captain's chairs with a side table. The refined V6 and smooth six-speed automatic transmission deliver effortless acceleration and make the Highlander one of the quickest big crossovers around. There are also plenty of contemporary tech tools and smartphone-integrated services, anchored by an 8-inch high-resolution touchscreen display in the higher trim levels

The Highlander packs enough goodness that we've made it one of our top picks for a three-row crossover this year. But it's not the only model worth checking out. The Highlander's main rival, the Honda Pilot, is fully redesigned this year and is more upscale and carlike than in prior years. The Ford Explorer is also updated this year and offers a similar range of prices and features plus a strong turbocharged V6 option. There's also the handsome-looking Dodge Durango or the three-row Hyundai Santa Fe, the latter of which stacks up nicely against the Highlander across the board. All of them are competent family vehicles, but the Highlander certainly earns its well-deserved reputation for all-around goodness
pros
Refined interior appointments
Quiet, compliant ride
Smooth and strong V6 engine
Seating for up to eight, functional cabin design.

cons
Lackluster four-cylinder engine
Third-row seat isn't as roomy as those in some other top rivals

By:

edmunds.com

The 2016 Toyota Highlander isn't all that exciting to look at or to drive, but it's very versatile and handsome enough to be a great minivan alternative

The Highlander may look a little more rugged than it has in the past; yet it's still more closely related to Toyota's cars than to its rugged trucks like the 4Runner. The Highlander stands as a more civil, family-friendly alternative to the 4Runner or a more spacious alternative to the RAV4

In its latest generation, the Highlander lineup has become a little more truck-influenced from the outside, with the maw-like grille and exaggerated wheel wells and sills offering more than a faint hint of rugged cues. Inside, the cabin is all car, although there are a few fine details borrowed from Toyota's trucks, some Teutonic-themed dash action, and a pleasing jumble of lines and textures.

Pros
Wide range of powertrains
Flexible second row
Easy third-row access
Good connectivity

Cons
Design is better, but still bland
Just-adequate powertrains
Somewhat busy dash design
Hybrid only delivers if you drive gingerly

By:

thecarconnection.com

The Toyota Highlander's reasonable price and ample list of advanced safety features make it one the best value propositions in the class. You won't find any other midsize SUV at its roughly $30,000 price point with this many active safety features. On top of that, its interior is made with upscale materials, and the ride is hushed

the Highlander's driving dynamics are comfortable but dull. It’s base four-cylinder engine is unusual for the class, as most rivals have a standard V6. You can add a V6 engine to the Highlander, but you’ll pay about $1,400 to do so. With its base engine, the Highlander’s fuel economy is above average for the class. You’ll get even better gas mileage with the optional V6 engine. If you want a better driving experience and a more potent engine in the base model, look to the Honda Pilot. There’s a modest $35 difference in price between it and the Highlander, and the Pilot handles much better through turns. You’ll also get the V6 engine standard – just not the active safety features. And if you’re a fan of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, the Pilot has them in all but the base trims. You can’t get either with Toyota – at any trim level

Pros
Lots of standard active safety features
Above-average fuel economy
Comfortable and quiet on the highway

Cons
Dull performance and handling
Cramped third-row seat

By:

cars.usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy Info:

City cycle (L/100km)-9.2 / Highway cycle (L/100km) - 6.2

Fuel Economy City USA:

19.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

25.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

1.50L

3.50L

Torque:

184ft-lbs

at 4 400rpm

248ft-lbs

at 4 700rpm

Horsepower:

159hp

at 5 600rpm

270hp

at 6 200rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Steering wheel, multifunction (audio, bluetooth, cruise controls)

Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

180.00in

191.10in

Width:

73.80in

75.80in

Height:

66.30in

70.10in

Ground Clearance:

6.80in

8.00in

Front Track:

64.40in

Rear Track:

64.20in

Wheel Base:

107.10in

109.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.50

Rear Head Room:

39.60

Front Leg Room:

44.20in

Rear leg room:

38.40in

Front Hip Room:

57.10in

Front Shoulder Room:

59.30in

Rear Hip Room:

57.10in

Rear Shoulder room:

59.60in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

45.40cu.ft

83.20cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

1653lbs

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

16.30cu.ft

13.80cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

18.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

23.10degrees

Curb Weight:

3351.00lbs

4354.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

More Instruments:

Gloves box with illumination

Glasses box on the roof

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Smart key, keyless

Front and rear electric windows (4 windows one-shot up and down with antitrap)

Electric liftgate

4 one-touch power windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Driver’s 6-way manually adjustable seat

Passenger’s 4-way manually adjustable seat

PU and PVC seat

Front seat pocket

Driver’s seat manual lumbar adjustment

Front centre armrest with storage, slidable

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Bucket front seats

8 -way power driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Leather

Rear Seats Features:

60 / 40 foldable rear seat

Angle adjustable rear seat – 2 stops

Rear arm rest with cup holder

folding rear seatback

Manual folding bench third row seats

Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Reclining rear seats

Suspension

Front Suspension:

McPherson Front Suspension

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

Multi-link Rear Suspension

rear stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Sun visors with mirror and illumination

Rear air-conditioning vent

Dual-zone automatic climate contro

Electric air-conditioning control

Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Leather steering wheel

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Turn signal in mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

Part virtual instruments

10.1’’ screen with colour radio

Front 2 USB ports

6 speakers

Navigation with GPS (colour

Smartphone connection

12 total speakers

3 Months of provided satellite radio service

USB connection

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Adjustable speed sensitive volume control

Satellite radio w/real time traffic satellite radio

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

ventilated discs

Ventilated front disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Rear disc brakes

solid rear disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Hill-start Assist Control

Driver’s seat belt reminder

Passenger’s seat belt reminder

Driver and passenger seatbelt 3 point and pretensioner and constant Load limiter

3 point rear seatbelt, two sides belt with pretensioner and Load limiter

Front row seat, anti-submarine and anti-whiplash (Dynamic)

Rear row seat, anti-submarine and anti-whiplash

Four doors and tail gate alarm system

Rear buffer beam

Lane Departure Warning

Traffic Jam Assist

Blind Spot Detection System

Intelligent Headlamp Control

Front Collision Warning

Remote anti-theft alarm system

First Aid Kit

Glass Breakage Sensor

VIP RS3200 Plus Security System

Glass Breakage Sensor

Post-collision safety system

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Options

Packages:

Protection Package

Preferred Accessory Package

Protection Package

Exterior Options:

Mudguards

Alloy Wheel Locks

Paint Protection Film

Rear Bumper Applique

Drop Hitch Receiver

Rear Bumper Protector

Special Color

Cross Bars

Cross Bars and Side Rails

Towing Receiver Hitch w/Wire Harness

Door Edge Guards

Rear Bumper Protector

Body SIde Molding

Running Boards

Clear Paint Protection - Hood Package

Clear Paint Protection - Door Package

Accent Stripe

Body Side Moldings

Running Boards

Interior Options:

All-Weather Floor Mats and Cargo Liner

Carpet Mats w/Lipped Cargo Mat

Carpet Floor Mats and Cargo Liner

Wireless Headphones

Cargo Net

Carpet Floor Mats and Carpet Cargo Mat

Retractable Cargo Cover

Cargo Cover

Rear-Seat Blu-Ray DVD Entertainment System

2nd Row Captain's Chairs

Carpet Floor Mats, Carpet Cargo Mat, All Weather Floor Mats

10" Overhead DVD Player (moonroof vehicles)

Connectivity Package (4 Piece)

Carpet Mats w/Lipped Cargo Mat

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Ash, cloth

#7D7C7C

Black, cloth

#282828

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Comparison - MG HS Excite 2020 - vs - Toyota Highlander Limited 2016

General

Also called:

--

Also called:

Kluger

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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