JAECOO 7 vs. MG HS
Struggling to pick between the MG HS vs. JACEOO 7? We compare them both in this guide
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JAECOO 7 vs. MG HS
If you’re weighing up the JAECOO 7 vs. MG HS, you’re clearly shopping for a good value, well-equipped family SUV, and you’ve come to the right place.
These two crossovers give you stacks of value, undercutting most key rivals while matching them in terms of standard equipment. But which is the better of the two?
What’s better, the JAECOO 7 or MG HS?
Our guide will answer:
Which car has better styling?
Is the JAECOO 7 or MG HS better to drive?
Does the JAECOO 7 or MG HS have better tech?
Is the JAECOO 7 or MG HS more reliable?
What are the JAECOO 7 vs. MG HS dimensions?
JAECOO 7 vs. MG HS: styling
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The JAECOO 7 and MG HS are worlds apart when it comes to styling.
Firstly, the J7 has a bold, rugged look with a big upright grille and square angles to give it a dominating on-road presence. It wouldn’t look out of place parked in a muddy field next to a row of Range Rovers.
The MG HS plays it much safer, with softer curves and a more traditional crossover looks inspired by standard cars, rather than SUVs. If you like your car to be understated, this is the one to go for.
JAECOO 7 vs. MG HS: what are they like to drive?
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The same theme of SUV vs. car continues when it comes to driving these two, too.
While the JAECOO 7 has a more elevated driving position and slightly firmer suspension to help it handle its size, the MG HS is more comfortable and easygoing behind the wheel.
If anything, the MG HS might feel like the sportier one to drive, and the J7 is at its best taking it leisurely.
JAECOO 7 vs. MG HS: interior and technology
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Inside, the JAECOO 7 is definitely the more tech-driven car. You get big 13.2- or 14.8-inch screens, super-clear 540-degree parking cameras and an optional Sony sound system.
The MG HS is still strong value for money, with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, reversing or 360-degree cameras and options for heated seats and a powered boot lid. But it’s the more conservative of the two.
JAECOO 7 vs. MG HS: boot space and practicality
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The MG HS slightly trumps the J7 in terms of boot space, with 507 litres of space, but this is across all powertrains (petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid).
The petrol J7 comes close, with 500 litres, but the plug-in hybrid ‘SHS’ has a smaller 412-litre space.
Rear-passenger space tends to be slightly better in the MG HS too, but the difference is pretty minimal, so you’ll be just fine seating adults in the back of the J7 too.
JAECOO 7 vs. MG HS: safety and reliability
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MG has been selling cars in the UK for over 100 years, whereas JAECOO is much newer. Still, both cars come from Chinese parent companies that are used to selling in high volumes, and to a good standard.
Both offer a seven-year warranty as standard, but JAECOO has a higher mileage limit (100,000 miles) than MG (80,000 miles).
JAECOO 7 vs. MG HS: dimensions
JAECOO 7
Length: 4,500mm
Width: 1,865mm
Height: 1,680mm
Boot space: 412-500 litres
MG HS
Length: 4,670mm
Width: 1,890mm
Height: 1,664mm
Boot space: 507 litres
FAQs
Is the MG HS more affordable than a JAECOO 7?
Yes, the MG HS costs from around £26,000 to £35,000 depending on power and trim. The J7 is around £30,000 to £35,000.
Which model offers better tech features?
JAECOO definitely comes out on top when it comes to technology, but you won’t feel like you’ve been sold short if you get an MG HS.
Which SUV is better for fuel efficiency?
The MG HS takes a win here, claiming 37-38mpg in petrol form vs. the J7’s 35mpg. Its bigger battery also affords it a longer 75-mile range, vs. the J7 SHS’s 56 miles. MG offers a self-charging HS (51mpg), but there’s no JAECOO equivalent.
Verdict: JAECOO 7 vs. MG HS: which should you buy?
Still struggling to pick between the MG HS vs. JAECOO 7?
You should buy the MG HS if:
You want a cheaper car
You want more space
You want the best efficiency
You should buy the JAECOO 7 if:
You want something that looks a bit bolder
You need more miles on your warranty
Big screens and tech are important to you
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