WR-V or MG HS? A comparison to save you time on research.

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Honda WR-V and MG HS when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

Honda WR-V OTR price in Malaysia is RM 89,900 - 107,900, total 4 versions, including 2023 1.5L V (RM 99,900), 2023 1.5L E (RM 95,900), 2023 1.5L S (RM 89,900), etc.

MG HS OTR price in Malaysia is RM 130,450 - 146,450, total 2 versions, including 1.5L Standard (RM 105,000), 1.5L Executive (RM 115,000), etc.

From a price perspective, the starting price of Honda WR-V is indeed RM 40,550 cheaper than MG HS. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand dollars difference might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Power and Fuel Consumption

Honda WR-V equipped with 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.

MG HS equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

Regarding power, the 1.5L Turbo on MG HS has 35 hp more than the 1.5L 4-cyl on Honda WR-V. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient, you won't feel it's lacking.

Safety Features

Honda WR-V safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety system includes Honda SENSING.

MG HS safety rating is TBD, active safety system includes Basic.

Regarding safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, there are some differences in function between Honda WR-V's Honda SENSING and MG HS's Basic. If you value active safety more, you can carefully compare their feature lists.

Space and Comfort

Honda WR-V body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

MG HS body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, the interior space difference is not significant. For this class of cars, it is completely sufficient for daily use.

Maintenance and Upkeep

Honda WR-V warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval 10,000km or 6 months.

MG HS warranty 7 years/150,000km, maintenance interval 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, Honda WR-V and MG HS are both very good models in the Malaysia market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, comparing quotes from multiple car dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, taking some time to do research will definitely not be wrong.