MG HS vs Volvo EX30
SE 1.5 T-GDI Petrol Manual
Change versionCore 200kW P5 51kWh Auto Electric Automatic
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Carwow’s own expert rating out of 10 - how our reviewers rate this car overall for value, comfort, kit and driving experience
8/10
Carwow’s own expert rating out of 10 - how our reviewers rate this car overall for value, comfort, kit and driving experience
8/10
AI overview
Choosing between the MG HS and the Volvo EX30 comes down to whether you prioritize space or style. The MG HS is a practical family SUV with plenty of standard kit, a roomy back seat, and a 507-litre boot, though its infotainment is fiddly and it is not very enjoyable to drive. On the other hand, the Volvo EX30 is a dinky electric SUV that charms you with its minimalist styling and super comfortable ride, but you have to live with a smaller 318-litre boot, tight rear seats, and all cabin controls running through the touchscreen.
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Choose it for
- Its roomy back seat, large 507-litre boot, and generous standard equipment list that make it a very practical choice for family life.
Worth knowing
- The infotainment system is a bit fiddly to use and relies heavily on the touchscreen for everyday adjustments.
Choose it for
- Its head-turning looks, cool interior design, and super comfortable driving experience around town.
Worth knowing
- Back seat space is seriously compromised and every single cabin control is operated through the central screen.
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Standard kit
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Android auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
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Android auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
Key information
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Available fuel types Petrol | Available fuel types Electric |
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Boot space, seats up 507 litres - 4 suitcases Best | Boot space, seats up 318 litres - 2 suitcases |
| Boot space, seats down 1,484 litres Best | Boot space, seats down 1,000 litres |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,670 mm x 1,890 mm x ?? mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,233 mm x 1,953 mm x 1,573 mm |
| Towing capacity 1,500 kg Best | Towing capacity 1,000 kg |
| First year tax rate £1,410 | First year tax rate £10 Best |
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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| Battery size — | Battery size 51 kWh |
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Rear wheel drive |
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Drivetrain & power
| Engine name 1.5 T-GDI | Engine name 200kW P5 51kWh Auto |
| Engine size 1.5 L Petrol • 169 BHP | Engine size Electric • 272 BHP |
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Fuel type Petrol | Fuel type Electric |
| Transmission Manual | Transmission Automatic |
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Rear wheel drive |
| Forward gears 6 | Forward gears 1 |
| Acceleration 9.4 s (0-60 mph) | Acceleration 5.7 s (0-60 mph) Best |
| Battery size — | Battery size 51 kWh |
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Number of doors 5 | Number of doors 5 |
| Boot (seats up) 507 litres Best | Boot (seats up) 318 litres |
| Boot (seats down) 1,484 litres Best | Boot (seats down) 1,000 litres |
| Length 4,670 mm | Length 4,233 mm |
| Width 1,890 mm | Width 1,953 mm |
| Height — | Height 1,573 mm |
| Wheelbase 2.77 m | Wheelbase 2.65 m |
| Turning circle 11.3 m | Turning circle 11.2 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.