Verdict
The Mazda CX-30 costs RM122,409 to the MG HS’s RM129,900, so the RM7,491 gap buys the MG 250 Nm, a 7-speed dual-clutch, 17-inch wheels and a noticeably roomier body: it is 179 mm longer with a 463-litre boot. The Mazda counters with 162 hp, a quoted 6.4 L/100 km figure, a driver’s knee airbag, head-up display and powered tailgate. For Malaysian running costs, the HS’s RM120 annual road tax is far below the CX-30’s RM439, while its five-year unlimited-mileage warranty suits high-mileage owners.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if you want the lower purchase price, quoted 6.4 L/100 km economy, a head-up display and a powered tailgate.
Pick the MG HS if you need more cabin and boot space, 250 Nm of torque, lower RM120 annual road tax and an unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda CX-30 RM122,409; MG HS RM129,900.
- Torque: Mazda CX-30 213 Nm; MG HS 250 Nm.
- Length and wheelbase: Mazda CX-30 4,395 mm and 2,655 mm; MG HS 4,574 mm and 2,720 mm.
- Boot space: Mazda CX-30 430 litres; MG HS 463 litres.
- Road tax per year: Mazda CX-30 RM439; MG HS RM120.
- Warranty mileage: Mazda CX-30 100,000 km; MG HS unlimited mileage.
CX-30
- RM7,491 lower purchase price.
- Quoted fuel economy of 6.4 L/100 km.
- Driver’s knee airbag, head-up display and powered tailgate.
- RM439 annual road tax versus the MG HS’s RM120.
- 430-litre boot is 33 litres smaller than the MG HS’s.
- No rear air-con vents, navigation or powered driver’s seat.
HS
- 250 Nm, 37 Nm more torque than the CX-30.
- 463-litre boot and 2,720 mm wheelbase.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and RM120 annual road tax.
- Costs RM7,491 more than the Mazda CX-30.
- No driver’s knee airbag, head-up display or powered tailgate.
- No quoted fuel-consumption figure.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM122,409✓ | RM129,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,490 cc |
| Horsepower | 162 hp✓ | 160 hp |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 250 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 83.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry) |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | 7-speed, Twin-clutch Transmission |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 6.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 196 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,574 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,876 mm |
| Height | 1,540 mm | 1,664 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,655 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | 1,441 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres | 463 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/65R16 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/65R16 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 | Maxxis Bravo HPM5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control Plus | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 4 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service | 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.
Used CX-30 & HS for sale
CX-30 vs HS FAQ
Is the Mazda CX-30 or MG HS better?
The MG HS is the better fit for space, torque and lower annual road tax, with a 463-litre boot and 250 Nm. Choose the Mazda CX-30 for lower upfront cost, quoted fuel economy, a head-up display and a powered tailgate.
What is the price difference?
The MG HS costs RM7,491 more than the Mazda CX-30. That extra spend brings a larger body, 33 litres more boot space, 37 Nm more torque, 17-inch wheels and more convenience equipment.
Which has the better warranty for high-mileage use?
The MG HS does. Both have five-year cover, but the HS warranty has unlimited mileage, while the Mazda CX-30 warranty is capped at 100,000 km. The Mazda includes five-year/100,000 km free service.