Verdict
At RM123,800, the GAC Emkoo undercuts the RM129,900 MG HS and brings 175 hp, 270 Nm and a 638-litre boot, against 160 hp, 250 Nm and 463 litres. Its torque arrives from 1,400 rpm rather than 4,400 rpm, while adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and a 360-degree camera make the cabin easier work in Malaysian traffic. The HS answers with unlimited-mileage five-year vehicle and seven-year powertrain cover, plus built-in navigation. For most buyers, the Emkoo gives more hardware for less money; high-mileage owners have a clear reason to consider the MG.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if you want stronger 175 hp and 270 Nm outputs, a 638-litre boot and a fuller driver-assistance suite for less money.
Pick the MG HS if unlimited-mileage five-year vehicle and seven-year powertrain warranties matter more than outright equipment and cargo space.
Key differences
- Engine output: GAC Emkoo has 175 hp and 270 Nm; MG HS has 160 hp and 250 Nm.
- Torque peak: GAC Emkoo reaches 270 Nm at 1,400 rpm; MG HS reaches 250 Nm at 4,400 rpm.
- Boot space: GAC Emkoo has 638 litres; MG HS has 463 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: GAC Emkoo uses 19-inch alloys with 235/55R19 tyres; MG HS uses 17-inch alloys with 215/60R17 tyres.
- Driver assistance: GAC Emkoo has adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping assist; MG HS has passive cruise control…
- Warranty mileage: GAC Emkoo has a five-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty and seven-year/180,000-km powertrain warranty; MG HS has five-year and seven-year cover…
Emkoo
- 175 hp, 270 Nm and torque from 1,400 rpm
- 638-litre boot and 19-inch wheels
- Adaptive cruise, autonomous braking and 360-degree camera
- Vehicle and powertrain warranty mileage is capped at 150,000 km and 180,000 km
- No built-in navigation
HS
- Five-year vehicle and seven-year powertrain warranties have unlimited mileage
- Built-in navigation and four USB ports
- Tiptronic manual-shift function
- 160 hp and 250 Nm trail the Emkoo, with peak torque only at 4,400 rpm
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist
- 463-litre boot is 175 litres smaller than the Emkoo's
What the Emkoo has over the HS
What the HS has over the Emkoo
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Boot space favours the Emkoo: 638 litres against 463.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM123,800✓ | RM129,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,265/mo✓ | RM1,325/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,498✓ | RM3,657 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,490 cc |
| Horsepower | 175 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 160 hp at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 270 Nm at 1,400 rpm✓ | 250 Nm at 4,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 74 mm × 86.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry) |
| Transmission Name | 7DCT | 7-speed, Twin-clutch Transmission |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.8 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,680 mm | 4,574 mm |
| Width | 1,901 mm | 1,876 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,664 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | 1,540 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 638 litres✓ | 463 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Maxxis Bravo HPM5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Two-tone Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Two-tone Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilated Driver's Seat | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 4 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 7 Year, 180,000 km Powertrain Warranty | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Emkoo vs HS FAQ
Is the GAC Emkoo or MG HS better?
The GAC Emkoo is the stronger pick on specification: it has 15 hp and 20 Nm more, a 175-litre larger boot, adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. The MG HS is better suited to buyers prioritising unlimited-mileage warranty cover.
What is the price difference?
The GAC Emkoo costs RM6,100 less than the MG HS. It also adds more power, a larger boot, 19-inch wheels and a broader set of driver-assistance features.
Which has the better warranty?
The MG HS has the better warranty for high-mileage use: its five-year vehicle warranty and seven-year powertrain warranty have unlimited mileage. The Emkoo is capped at 150,000 km for the vehicle and 180,000 km for the powertrain.
Which one is locally assembled?
The Emkoo is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the HS is fully imported (CBU) from Thailand. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.