I didn’t expect this; a coupe version of the Cyberster roadster
Just a concept, but its a handsome looking car, and might make more sense than the Roadster, which while quick, has been described as more GT in handling, due to its weight. I had wondered who was going to buy the roadster. No doubt the allocation would be sold out in the UK. The coupe might broaden appeal because GTs are supposed to be FHCs after al, with more boot space, and a useless back seat ok for the dog.
The rear 3/4 view looks good
With the rear motor, it can’t ever be a hatch back.
In what way? I have a passing interest in the MG4 XPower along with a few fast EVs that I’m waiting to see how they depreciate. If there are broad issues with the cars I’d be interested to know.
Hi MikeyC.
Like many things my feelings are subjective and other folk are sure to love them.
However, I don’t like the HS at all.
That particular model of car is underpowered and uneconomical in my experience. The command interface is very clunky.
The volume control is two buttons instead of a rotary control or two position switch for up or down.
The satnav feels like it’s two generations old. Poor graphics, slow to load and not intuitive to use.
The system has a myriad of chimes which it uses incessantly unless the driver delves into the system to turn it off.
The cars fitted with adaptive cruise are prone to performing unexpected (and often painful to the neck) emergency stops if the car spots parked cars it thinks are an obstacle.
The automatic gearbox is often harsh by comparison to many other contemporary rivals and again feels like it’s from a generation or two ago.
It’s not all bad though. The seats are comfortable.
Generally speaking, any day I don’t have to drive an MG HS is a good day.
( Your mileage may vary. It goes without saying that you should try one for yourself and not take my word for anything. )
I try very hard not to buy Chinese produced goods, even if the alternatives are more expensive. Personally, a Chinese car is definitely a step too far. I wouldn’t buy a Volvo either. I’m sure lots of people will be along to point out the flaws in my position soon enough however, once the Chinese control all aspects of affordable car production ( they already dominate much of the mineral production in Africa through their belt and road initiative), the prices will only go up.
Japanese cars were once very cheap and disposable. Now they are ofter quite expensive. Japanese car makers don’t control market.
Skoda Estelles were literally bargain basement
Whats a Skoda come in at now?
And what countries control your petrol supply. Its a small number.
Chinese car price are rising as they see their labour rates increase, not because of some plot to empty your pocket, resulting in a decline in purchasers of Chinese goods.
How did American domination of European car manufacture work out (for Ford, General Motors, Chrysler-Dodge)?
Pretty much was said about Hyundais right up until about 2010 I suppose; cheap terrible and disposable cars (when did you last see a 2005 Hyundai Accent).
My brother was deployed to Kandahar; he was planning to get a new family wagon when he got back and was interested in the Hyundai minibus they used as an airfield hack. After a couple of years, it was abandoned as beyind repair due to gearbox failures and no parts from Hyundai. The MGs are probably at the same stage, and SAIC is still trying to understand Western car markets. In Asia, labour is cheap, so parts are repaired. In Europe, labour is high, resulting in parts being replaced rather than repaired. That’s leading to serviceability issues; they are not stocking enough spare parts.
ALL the car makers now are suffering from serious software issues in cars, the culmination of a 40 year process where Ford are now admitting they have lost control in understanding the software that enables their ICE cars, let alone EVs (an admission by Ford’s CEO, pointing out software will be the key differentiator in the future, and the car companies that can’t transition are the ones that will fail). Software is outsourced.
I accept what you’re saying but I’m making comparisons with contemporary rivals.
Vehicles from virtually every other manufacturer I drive are significantly better than the MG HS. To be clear I cannot speak for any other MG product.
But vehicles from Ford, Vauxhall, Peugeot, Renault, VW, BMW, Mercedes and even Citroen easily beat the HS hands down.
I’d take a Hyundai i10 over the HS and that is a much more budget vehicle.
It’s quite feasible in fact highly likely that MG will continue to improve their products in the way that Kia and Hyundai have. For now I wouldn’t have an HS if you gave me one I reiterate that this is simply a personal opinion and not intended to offend any MG enthusiasts or owners.
I do agree that the Cyberster coupe first mentioned in this topic is a real looker.
I really hope the predicted improvements are included by the time it launches.
I think that is the area of concern: if Chinese companies are state subsidised then they can undercut similar types of companies domiciled outside China in order to gain market position.
Didn’t we go throught this 40+ years ago; the whole premise of the so called gentlemans agreement with Japan to limit imports to 7% of the market, was the charge that the Japanese car makers, with the connivance of their government, was the act of dumping cars on the British and European markets at uneconomically low prices to grab share and put the European car makers out of business. We’ve gone full circle and returned to the the world of the 1970s. A protectionist policy 40 years ago did not protect European car makers.
European and UK car makers also receive state subsidy.
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I reiterate that this is simply a personal opinion and not intended to offend any MG enthusiasts or owners.