MG GS
MG's first foray into the modern SUV market, offering budget-friendly practicality.
- Power
- 164 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.6 s
- Top speed
- 118 mph
About the MG GS
The MG GS marked a significant turning point for the brand as its first production SUV, designed to compete in the highly contested compact crossover segment. Developed under SAIC ownership, it utilised a platform shared with the Roewe RX5 and featured a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine co-developed with General Motors. While it lacked the heritage of MG's classic roadsters, it offered a spacious cabin and sharp, contemporary styling directed by Anthony Williams-Kenny. In the UK market, it was positioned as a value-driven alternative to the Nissan Qashqai, though it was eventually succeeded by the more refined MG HS.
MG GS specs
The MG GS produces 164 bhp (122 kW) and 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.6 seconds and has a top speed of 118 mph (190 km/h).
| Make | MG |
|---|---|
| Model | GS |
| Trim | 1.5 TGI |
| Years | 2015–2019 |
| Type | SUV |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Engine | 1.5-litre turbocharged I4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,490 cc (1.5 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 164 bhp (122 kW) at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.6 s |
| Top speed | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,385 kg (3,053 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 118 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
MG GS rarity in CarSpot
The MG GS is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
MG GS fun facts
- The 1.5-litre 'Cube-Tec' engine was a joint venture between SAIC and General Motors, also used in various Vauxhall and Chevrolet models.
- Despite its British badge, the GS was primarily designed and manufactured in China, with final suspension tuning performed at MG's Longbridge site.
- The GS was previewed by the MG CS Concept, which debuted at the 2013 Shanghai Motor Show to gauge interest in an MG-branded SUV.