Comparison - Cupra Formentor 2021 - vs - MG HS Excite 2020

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Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
£
39,830
Updated: 
09 Oct 2020
$
34,490
Australian Dollar
Updated: 
25 Feb 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2016
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
7-speed dual-clutch
7-speed dual-clutch
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
no
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
14.50gals
14.50gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Petrol Blue Matte
#3E4756
Magnetic Tech Matte
#575A5D
Graphene Grey
#8B8C8E
Desire Red
#AE241D
Dark Camouflage
#595F61
Magnetic Tech
#515457
Midnight Black
#808080
Urban Silver
#B9B9BE
Candy White
#ECECEC
Color: 
#CF030F
#000000
#F6F4F7
#0066C3
#FFFFFF

Electric

Top Speed: 
155mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
4.90s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Cupra’s first standalone model is a handsome crossover with decent road manners and plenty of space

Pros
Sharp looks,
handles well for a crossover,
plenty of space and equipment

Cons
Fiddly touch-sensitive heater almost as annoying as having to explain the badge to your mates

By: 
topgear.com

Pros
Strong range of engine options
Great interior style and quality
Genuinely good fun to drive for an SUV

Cons
Fairly limited personalisation options
There are more practical options
Some infotainment frustrations

By: 
carwow.co.uk

The Cupra Formentor doesn't feel as playful as the closely related Volkswagen T-Roc R, but it’s every bit as fast in its similarly priced, range-topping form, plus it handles with composure and has a much nicer interior. In addition, cheaper, less powerful versions of the Formentor offer the same sporty looks as the flagship model – something that isn’t the case with lesser T-Rocs. Just bear in mind that you can have our 2021 Sports SUV of the Year, the Ford Puma ST, for not much more than the cheapest Formentor.

Pros
Well equipped
Surefooted and grippy handling
Smart interior

Cons
TSI 310 isn’t as much fun as the very best sports SUVs
Slightly hesitant automatic gearbox
Fiddly controls

By: 
whatcar.com

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

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy Info: 
combined:31.4-33.2 mpg Uk
City cycle (L/100km)-9.2 / Highway cycle (L/100km) - 6.2
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
1.50L
Torque: 
295ft-lbs
at 5 450rpm
184ft-lbs
at 4 400rpm
Horsepower: 
305hp
at 6 600rpm
159hp
at 5 600rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
37.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Steering wheel, multifunction (audio, bluetooth, cruise controls)
More in Convenience: 
R-EPS Progressive steering
Leather-wrapped multi-function sports steering wheel
Leather Gearshift knob/handle
Heated steering wheel
Adaptive cruise control (with "follow-to-stop") and speed limiter
Unique shaped leather steering wheel
Heated rear window

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
175.20in
180.00in
Width: 
72.40in
73.80in
Height: 
59.50in
66.30in
Ground Clearance: 
6.80in
Front Track: 
62.40in
Rear Track: 
61.30in
Wheel Base: 
103.60in
107.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
43.20
Rear Head Room: 
38.80
Front Shoulder Room: 
55.40in
Rear Shoulder room: 
53.60in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
45.40cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1653lbs
1653lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
14.80cu.ft
16.30cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
3624.00lbs
3351.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
no
Clock: 
yes
no
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
no
More Instruments: 
10.25" Digital Cockpit
Washer fluid level indicator
Gloves box with illumination
Glasses box on the roof

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Keyless unlocking and ignition system
Exterior mirrors, power-folding, adjustable and heated with front passenger exterior mirror lowering function
Front and rear power windows
Smart key, keyless
Front and rear electric windows (4 windows one-shot up and down with antitrap)
Electric liftgate

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Manually adjustable height and lumbar support for front seats
Two reading lights up in front and two in the rear
Textile sport seats
Height-adjustable front seats
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
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Mechanical rear seat release
60 / 40 foldable rear seat
Angle adjustable rear seat – 2 stops
Rear arm rest with cup holder

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Independent type McPherson - coil springs - hydraulic shock absorber
McPherson Front Suspension
Rear Suspension: 
Multilink axle, coil springs and hydraulic shock absorber
Multi-link Rear Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Climatronic 3 zones with AirCare & Air Quality Sensor
Sun visors with mirror and illumination
Rear air-conditioning vent
Dual-zone automatic climate contro
Electric air-conditioning control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
7 speakers
10" touchscreen infotainment system
Mobile phone interface
Voice Control
USB-C for wired smartphone integration
Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB)
Private Emergency Call, Safety Services for 10 years
Remote access via app and online platform for 1 year
Online infotainment for 1 year
USB-C sockets or charging and infotainment control: two in front and two in seats
230-V outlet in boot and 12V socket in central console
Part virtual instruments
10.1’’ screen with colour radio
Front 2 USB ports
6 speakers
Navigation with GPS (colour
Smartphone connection

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Heat insulating windshield
Heat-insulating and tinted rear windows
Glossy Black roof rails
Rear spoiler
LED headlight with manual levelling
Headlamp auto lighting
High mounted brake light
LED taillamp-sequent illumination
Door mirrors with side indicator (LED)
Boneless wiper
Rain sensing wipers
Heated rear window
Shark fin antenna
Sidestep sill
Welcome lights
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
19"
18 in
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
245.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R19

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
ventilated disc brakes
ventilated discs
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
ventilated disc brakes
Rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Tiredness Recognition System
Lane Assist
Front Assist
3-point safety belts for front and rear seats, with visual and acoustic reminders
Traffic Sign Recognition
Light Assist
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