MG HS Launch Review
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- Опубликовано: 23 июл 2024
- Welcome to my launch review of the all-new MG HS.
This MG's new flagship SUV which replaces the GS SUV which struggled to make a real impression on the segment.
With this new HS we have a new look, new engine and technology. However the big standout feature on the new HS is quality on the interior. At £24,495, I have never seen so much soft touch and leatherette featured on an interior. MG have really pulled out all the stops on this new car.
MG Pilot also features on this new HS after making its introduction on the ZS EV.
Engine wise we have a 1.5 L Turbocharged petrol engine, mated to a 6-speed manual or Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) which is fitted to the car I've tested.
See what I think of this all-new HS.
Oh and the blue metallic colour is called "Brixton Blue".
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Great quick review.
Made me smile all the way through, the quality was somthing way above what I expected.
I recently test drove the ZS and was quite surprised by that and enjoyed it.
I think MG are learning quick and have brought a british marque to the modern era.
Great review I'd hope to test one of these when one comes to a dealer near me.
Thank you very much for your comment. MG has definitely taken a step up in interior quality with the HS without having to add a large premium to the car. As sales and success grow for MG they will develop their line-up and quality of their cars.
Just purchased the HS Essence today. Can't wait to get my hands on it in less than a week! Great review!
Great review. I test drove the Exclusive model last week and was very impressed. I agree that it is no match in driving terms as the Ateca but I did have fun with the supersport button. The dealer also told me that the paddles on the steering wheel can be used as a manual in supersport mode. Nice sound from the exhausts too. Thanks . Dean
Thank you for the comment. I feel that MG are able to produce a very decent car which is good value for money. The look and feel of the HS does feel more expensive than £24K. I might need to look at having one for review.
Great reviewer, will be watching more of your videos, noticed non of the mainstream channels have covered this car…
First video I've seen of the HS, thanks for making this, covered it all. (y)
ps. 18:41 "here in the ZS" :P
Thank you for the comment. Glad you liked it. Yes i did see I accidentally said ZS and left it in there. Good spot. ☺️
Take delivery of my pearl white /black int, exclusive dct in 2 weeks. This channel really helped me make my mind up so thank you
The soft touch concept of the opening lid over the USB ports, is straight out of the old Rover 45/ZS parts bin, which they used on the central ashtray.
Great review 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼, I’ve just ordered a new MG HS Auto in RED 🚘 just gotta wait till end of October to collect it 🤷🏼♂️
Just got the MG HS EXCITE. I love it. It’s so comfortable and easy to drive.
Im collecting an essence in 2 days :) ahhhhhhhh exciting
Hi mick just want to know if the noise of the door opening can be turn off please ?? Thx
@@balkaur5769 hey, hope this helps.
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Exchanging cars on Monday. We are very excited. Never bought a new car so fast before. Loved the auto box.
Hi, first time I’ve come across your reviews and very good it was too. It was nice to see my beloved Sussex again as I now live far away. I’ve subscribed and look forwards to seeing more of your reviews. Greeting from Cumbria.
Thank you for your comment Trevor. Welcome to AutoBears and thank you for subscribing.
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Bear I think it's fair to say you've been "gobsmacked" by the new HS. Great review. This ones on my test drive list now. Down under it comes with 7 year unlimited kilometre warranty and 7 year roadside assistance. Top of the range here is called Excite.
Thank you for your comment. Yes I was indeed gobsmacked by the HS. Especially if you jump from the ZS to the HS.
Thanks for your review just bought exclusive showroom one as 8 month waiting list now comes with privacy glass
Love this review. 2 years on and I’m collecting a 2020 exclusive version this week. It’s in excellent condition still, apart from one thing. How do I get rust off the inside alloy disc part? Any recommendations for cleaners? Front right has quite a build up of it
Going for a test drive next week, pretty sure I am going to buy this if the test drive is good. Thanks for excellent review 👍
Bought the DCT option 😊
@@karls2812 Wondering if you've had any issues - software and DCT combination would suggest you will have, thought I've quickly learned many MG owners don't like to admit it. Ours is a complete disaster.
@@MarthaMansbridge not so far I haven't, I'm totally happy with it
Thank you for a great review. As a current model Tiguan owner I am interested I the segment. I hope it is a success for them as they do seem to be improving . I agree I dislike not having physical climate controls as well as touch screen but that's the way it's going, for cheapness!
Or look at the Skoda Kodiaq or Karoq.
@@AutoBears I did but got better offer on the more powerful VW.
VW group is the best but the DS7 crossback is a good looking car.
Great review, thank you.
your explanation is beautiful and integrated from heart to heart
Thank you for your comment. I’m really glad you have enjoyed the first impression review.
Hubby picks us up in 3 days super excited
How did you find the Bings and Bongs. I ask as I've watched other reviewers who say they drove the nuts and no facility to switch them off.
Just purchased the 2.0T version last month.Interesting that only 2.0T first and second class allocation vesion have the supersport mode in China.
Great video. The HS is now on my shopping list the same as the EV. MG are back for sure.
Great review thanks
Re Engine Choices , MG will bring the PHEV plugin version next (late 2020) . A 169hp 7speed DCT + a HP122 electric motor and 16kWh battery.
You need to see the red leather interiors incredible
I can t wait to see that interior in the flesh
thanks good review, can't wait to pick mine up, getting a black exclusive, ill do a customer review after i pick it up.
Hows the car going for you?
@@debimcnally339 i have a couple videos have a watch, as an owner, I love the car
Great review, Can you tell us more about the Safety options and how its rated when it comes to Safety pls
It's incredibly safe because it'll spend most of it's life in the dealership for repair so you'' hardly have the chance to crash it.
Hi i was wondering if you can do a comparison with this and the 1.5lt ssangyong korando
Thank you for your comment. I’m actually getting the Korando this month to review. However it will be in diesel form.
Excellent review apart from wind noise ! Super Sport button is plain silly. Really good kit on this car and great presentation... Cheers.....Centre armrest is cool, with cupholders. All good stuff, akin to the new EV of course. That car, the EV, however, is short of centre head restraint at the back ( you know, that basic safety feature, which prevents/reduces whiplash, helps minimise risk of broken neck and long time in wheelchair). Really good to see the centre head restraint here. MG ........ 'get a centre head restraint in the EV, for goodness' sake!!'
Would love to see you review the PHEV version of the MG HS.
I wonder if they will bring the RX8 to the UK market?
good review, it would be better if u would spend more time on practicality at the passenger seat, boot including folding back-seat, digital display and under the bonnet. it would be more informative who wants to buy it. stil so far so good... good impression video, thanks for your hard work!
Thank you very much for your comment. Once I get a HS for review I will be able to do a full practicality review.
But with the launches you are only given a limited time with the car.
Let's play a game. Every single time David says gob smacked we take a shot 😅.
Anyway great informative video as always.
Thank you Leon. What can I say? I was impressed! However you’ll be drunk very quickly if you have a shot every time.
@@AutoBears haha great.
I have been binge watching most of your videos and I appreciate the great details you go into when talking about the vehicles.
Keep up the great work man.
Can you use the paddles to grab a lower gear for overtaking rather than leave it to the software to make the change?
Hi Eric. Thank you for your comment. You can use the paddles for manual control the the HS is in "Supersport" mode.
I bought black one with red interior 2 weeks ago. I love the car
That's awesome to hear and hope you are still enjoying your HS.
Would you recommend the automatic or manual for this car?
The video sound is pretty good, beyond my imagination
Great review.
Thank you for your comment. I’m glad you enjoyed the review.
Fantastic review. I'm waiting to test drive one of these in Thailand. My only concern is the performance of the 1.5 Torbo engine. I assume that it's be fine for carrying 4 peoples without being such a drag.
It's around £ 27000 here, lucky you in the UK.
Feel sorry for thailand version, There are no emergency auto stop feature and also electric gear selector (normal gear lever).
What are you talking about friend? In my country the same spec is £34,000!
Thank you very much for your comment. The engine will be fine for carrying 4. It has a bit more power compared to most rivals with the same sized engine.
@@AutoBears Tested and made a deposit for the X model. Fantastic overall for the price point. It's phenominal cause a lot of peoole lined up to test it till sunset.
I tested the Volvo XC 40 prior and found the safety features to be comparable (+360 camera on top) @ less than half the price. Im definitely going to enjoy using it with a lot smaller dent in my saving account.
@@upekwijerathne5957 where is that? :(
What’s the MPG figures ? Thx
Do you know what is the turning circle of the HS ? (It's not on the MG UK website). If not, did it have a small turning circle like a Hyundai Tucson or a large turning circle like a Mazda CX5 ? Also it would be good if the 2 litre turbo petrol came to the UK as you said.
Thank you for the comment. I will ask MG if they do and let you know. It didn’t feel too tight.
@@AutoBears Thanks. I test drove the new SsangYong Korando 1.6D Pioneer (tight turning circle 10.7m) at the local dealership which impressed me but I want a petrol manual. So I hope that you might get the 1.5 petrol to test before it hits the dealers in January.
Re .my comment about availability of the MG HS with autobox. I,ve been told IF I place an order for the car now, I could get one about November ,but NOT in the colour of my choice, or red/ black interior. But on Y.T. Scottish dealers are stocked with them (only 7 days ago) .
I've been looking at the new HS for the first time this week and thinking of getting the Exclusive DCT. However I have seen in my research that it was announced last December 2019 that there would be a eHS hybrid available in the UK late 2020. My local dealer doesn't know about it and I can find no further updates as to whether this launch has been delayed, scrapped or whatever. Do you have any inside info on the hybrid?
Got the hs auto riddled with software problems back at dealers 2 months old
@@garyconnolly7889 Utter garbage cars - worst thing we've ever had the misfortune to own. Nobody cares, MG don't and dealers are a combination of clueless or just so small, independent and desperate not to upset 'the party'... never, EVER again.
@@MarthaMansbridge Did you have issues with the MG HS ?
Looks a great car, and an excellent first review. Even if you do pronounce H as 'haytch' I enjoyed watching!
Thank you for the comment.
I can only apologise for my Somerset twang in pronouncing the Haytch. Glad you enjoyed the review.
Not your Somerset twang! 'H' is actually spelt and pronounced 'aitch'.But many people say 'haitch'. Great review.
Simon Ingram (from the BBC Pronunciation Unit) British English dictionaries give aytch as the standard pronunciation for the letter H. However, the pronunciation haytch is also attested as a legitimate variant. We also do not ask broadcasters who naturally say haytch to change their pronunciation but if a broadcaster contacted to ask us, we would tell them that aytch is regarded as the standard pronunciation in British English, people can feel very strongly about this and this pronunciation is less likely to attract audience complaints.
Haytch is a standard pronunciation in Irish English and is increasingly being used by native English-speaking people all across the country, irrespective of geographical provenance or social standing. Polls have shown that the uptake of haytch by younger native speakers is on the rise. Schoolchildren repeatedly being told not to drop Hs may cause them to hyper-correct and insert them where they don't exist.
B.Su Thank you for taking the time to respond. While your comments are coherent, the probable reason younger people are pronouncing haitch instead of aitch, could be because of the way they have been taught by role models.
Brilliant car,I've got a 22 plate dct exclusive SUPERB.
Hi there. Quick question. The heated seats. Is the full seat heated including the back? Cheers.
Thanks for your question Bryan. Yes the heated seats cover both base and back.
@@AutoBears thank you for the answer.
Great video but I'd love to see the lights on and the hazards on
MG is the OnePlus of car Industry. Premium quality with facilities at unbelievably low price.
Well that shouldn't follow one plus like now. They pulled their price high enough
hi whats the mpg . going to showroom this sat to view one .im gonna get a jeep renegade but can this car change my mind .
Thank you for the comment. The official figures are 37.2 mpg for the manual gearbox.
Got the top of the range....red with red leather = awesome value for money!
Will you be doing a ssangyong new korando review?
richee77 thank you for your comment. Yes I have reviewed the Korando and will be uploading it soon. Stay tuned....
whats the mpg plz thnk you
Handsome car, nothing wrong with this at all, much better value than European competition. I like it.
It’s a lovely looking car and is a good drive too.
Of course they do R&D, British designers, built in fully robotised environment, with a few exceptions maybe, probably doesn't cost any more to manufacture than an Audi A3.
THIS MG EX PHEV. ‘. Pocking the German & French. Were they don,t like it. ( OVER PRICED EU .RIPOFF,S
how much is in UK? cheaper than China?
Incredible price.
I like the MG RX5max that's the hot cake now in a compact+ section. slightly larger just. check it out if likes HS. I couldn't decide which one to get.
Thank you for your comment. The MG range is still growing here in the UK. Hope you got the car you wanted.
yep 'dead cat' for mic should be top of Xmas list.
Thanks for your comment. Afraid as it was filmed on the phone it wouldn’t help too much. But I have put a couple of fun items at the top of the list.
@@AutoBears great review non the less...I recommend the Rode Wireless Go radio mic...it is tiny...has great range...the receiver can attach to your phone with a piec of tape aswell as being able to be used on any other cam like the osmo action I use and comes with a very effective windproof dead cat on the mic/transmitter...loads of reviews on line inc on my channel and only £149 on amazon....keep up the good reviews thumbs up given :)
Tom's Man Shed thank you for the recommendation. I usually use a ride for my main reviews. As this was a launch there are constraints attached.
Does the roof open? Is there a 12v socket in the boot?
Thank you for your comment. Yes the roof does open and I’ll be honest I don’t recall the 12v socket in the boot.
@@AutoBears cheers
Been to 5 local dealers to get this MG HS with auto box. I,ve more chance of going on the next Mars mission than getting one.
Still waiting for mine mid March they said, I’m getting a black auto red interior top of the range 😁😁😎
Thank you for your comment Martin. That sounds like a very sound choice. I can’t wait to see the red interior in the flesh.
Congrats. Awesome car
Black Exterior with Red Interior is what i ordered as well, can’t wait!!
So guys what’s your experience with the car? I am planning to order the same.
collecting my Black HS with Red interior in 2 weeks time in Singapore :)
So, it isn't 3 seat rows car? But well, we waiting you, MG HS, here in Indonesia
Thank you for your comment. No the HS is just 5 seats.
Thanks for this - we cancelled our ZS exclusive due to the worrying child / rear occupancy NCAP score . I’m really hoping this model has a better Ncap on child safety . If it is we will hold on for the HS. What do you predict ?
The HS feels more substantial than the ZS and with the new MG Pilot should boost the NCAP scores.
You’ve got me thinking now after watching this.
Are you thinking what colour you're going to get yours in?
@Auto Bears. I am so mixed up right now. I did mention to you in a previous comment that I was considering a Toyota CHr. My wife definitely want an SUV. My car is used mainly to get to work, a 6 mile round trip. I’ve been looking at everything from a RAV 4 to a Volvo XC40. I am totally confused . HELP!!
Liam Doyle oh Liam. I can only cause you even more of an issue cause in just over a weeks time, I have an CHR for review 😁
And I got that booked with you in mind.
Auto Bears . I haven’t ruled out the CHR. If I do get one it will be a top spec. I like the ‘ bells and whistles’😂
You’ll be in luck Liam as I have the Orange edition booked!!
Hi buddy
We have just ordered the MG HS EXCLUSIVE, but can’t get it until February what I want to know is the one we have ordered is auto, so what are the paddles for on the steering wheel
Thanks
Paul
You can change up or down when in supersport mode. Mine is due in feb too :)
The back end reminds me of a BMW X1 lol
It does a little bit. But which do you think looks better?
What an impressive car! This is great visually, and through perceptive quality too. Very surprised to see a car of this quality come from a Chinese manufacturer, and I must say I love the metal-effect trim and that rear armrest. Great review of an exciting new car.
The Perception is an illusion , I had a GS for a short time and it was junk and engine rattled after 6.5k miles and engine mounts needed re welding.
Frankie goestohwood I’m on about the reviewers perception of this car, not your alleged experience with a GS. Different cars, different models, made for different people. This new car goes upmarket at an affordable price, and I personally like it.
@@lm8348 Still made in China🤣
Frankie goestohwood British designs and all that. Still British at heart.
@@lm8348 There is nothing British about it just a rebadged SAIC group car. They just steal intellectual property from European, Japanese and American manufactures. No benefit to Britain for buying this crap at least Nissan and Toyota manufacture models in GB. China isnt even a friendly nation. And these fake MG owners are just supporting the Ruling Communist party.
I know MG (now) is available in UK and Netherlands.
Wish they would do a hybrid rather than a full ev as i live in an apartment it would be difficult to charge an ev.
Thank you for your comment. That is a concern with a number of potential owners. Infrastructure does need to grow and improve with time to help EV owners.
Hybrid due soon
I’m ordering mine tomorrow 😎
That’s great news! I am sure you will enjoy your HS. Hope my video helped cement your decision.
A good review but you mention that the auto can be slow to change down when I can see paddle shifters behind the steering wheel on this model. Flick and Go
Thank you for your comment. Yes there are paddle shifters on the steering wheel but didn’t use them as I could not see a manual setting on the gear selector.
Auto Bears if there is no manual setting the paddles just work when you want them to changing up or down as I use this function in my 3008 auto with out using the manual setting
A beautiful car
Oh yes! Very handsome car
hey can you also do a review of kia seltos pleas e
Thank you for your comment. Unfortunately the Seltos is not available in the UK so won’t be able to review it. Sorry.
Modes: sport mode - understand, super sport - understand, eco - understand, normal - understand but what’s individual mode?
Thank you for the comment Eric. Individual mode is when you tailor various aspects of the drive of the car. Steering, Suspension, engine response to how you want it. Picking sportiness or economy for what you are after.
Custom mode - means you can choose elements of the settings - none of them make sense and the menu screen to select your custom settings pops on the display for about 3 seconds so you have not time to select anything. It’s utterly pointless just like the other modes - engine is useless in all modes.
When does the hs launch in the uk
Thanks for the comment. I believe cars will be in showrooms in November with deliveries in January.
nice
Thank you very much for the comment.
Be great if it's in EV too?
Andrew Daley thank you for your comment. That would make it a strong contender in a growing class.
*It is available in EV at TWICE THE PRICE would you believe ! and to say the least a lot of very quirky elements.*
@@GrrMeister Fake news - the HS has not been announced as an EV by SAIC so NO, I won't believe it till they make one.
There won't be an EV version but a PHEV is due next year
Mg is available in Vietnam too
Yes it is
Very very beautiful car, with fantastic interior for 20.000 Euro (circa) base price. I hope MG come also in Italy!
It is a lovely looking car. If enough people ask MG to do so they may bring them to Italy.
I know ive just binned off the fiat 500l for one of these ,so much more equipment and cheaper price.
I know ive just binned off the fiat 500l for one of these ,so much more equipment and cheaper price.
If they was to come out with an MG3 using that 1.5 Turbo and add android auto that would be great
That would be a very rapid little hatchback.
Probably quite affordable too
James 7176 : MG have already got a 3 with a 1.5 turbo, it was shown at the MG Silverstone event in 2016. It was developed by the MG engineers at Longbridge with an output of 200bhp! They also have an automatic which is currently on all MG3’s sold in Australia, even my MG dealer has suggested they bring out an auto, but the Chinese are very reluctant to do so in the U.K. They treat the U.K. as a very niche market, MG’s main market is the Far East and India. There is a new very attractive MG6, again developed at Longbridge with various performance modifications, but again the Chinese will not release it here, it’s only available in China, Thailand and India. My dealer tells me there is a sports car in development which he’s seen at Longbridge, whether that comes to fruition time will tell. MG have a lot going on, but their main development is in SUV’s, that’s where the sales are world wide, which to me is a very bland and boring market, but that bubble will burst!
@@AutoBears 1.5 turbo with android would be a good choice for the ZS also, this is why I have not bought a ZS . However, the HS looks to have the ZS's missing kit.
The Chinese are the new Koreans.They will make top notch affordable cars just like they have mobiles.
@@ttggreen1 i Have aq seiko that is almost a copy of a rolex.many countries copy other products,that does not mean they are not good.People like you slammed Korean products 20 years ago,now look at them.
@@ttggreen1 what a load of dross mate.All cars more or less look the same in their category.As i said my seiko looks a copy of a rolex.Is that ok with you?Even if it is a copy .as you say,there still differences.It is not an exact clone.If people can buy cheaper cars that share a look with other cars,what is wrong with that?Mtsuyoka,think got the name wrong,make cars retro looking and some look like jags.Take a look.
@@ttggreen1 You put a real G wagon next to that and you will see the difference.If you cant there is something wrong with you.
@@ttggreen1 I SAID SEIKO YOU DUMB MATT.cANT YOU BLOODY READ?
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R & D done at Longbridge in England.
If you hate good cars that is your problem.
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do wish they kept with the diesel engine out of the 6 other than clutch and flywheel the mpg from it is unreal! come on @mg #mg #saic get the mpg sorted and new new mg6 over here
Thank you for your comment George. As time go on and MG develop they will get more frugal engines again.
Wasn’t the Diesel engine a derivative of the Rover L Series engine that was revised at about the time Rover collapsed? I had the L Series in a Rover 45 - decent engine but I’d be a bit suspect if they were still selling that engine now in 2021!
HS nice car.
Yes it is.
no one ever mentions putting a wheelchair in the boot?
No mention of economy??!
Thank you for the comment. Sorry I didn’t mention it on the video as it was not out at the time.
Combined on manual 37.2 mpg
DCT - 36.2 mpg
Which is 15kmpl?
kasunmaddy around 13 km/l
WOW 😀
Thank you for the comment. It is a lot of car for the money.
Collect my HS Exclusive auto at the beginning of Sept off the back of this video - thanks
If we go to war with China, how would that affect the parts for MG cars?
Unfortunately it will increase the delivery time on your parts. Plus they may have bullet holes in them.
Well I guess you are "gobsmacked" and "blown away" (awful descriptivism’s especially when used so often)
I would have liked to see how the seats can be configured and a peek under the bonnet; how easy to check fluid levels and stuff? Door openings; can you get in and out in a car park? Will it fit in my garage? How will it perform with passengers on board? Turning circle? Maintenance intervals? Can roof bars be fitted? Under seat stowage?
Insurance group? Road tax? How does the sunroof work and does it have a cover panel?
Thank you for your comment. Yes I was gobsmacked and blown away by the HS and having this as a first drive and impression of the car. They were perfect words to use and often.
As mentioned in the video I didn’t have the car for too long as it was a launch review so was not able to carry out a full review on the HS.
I love this car MG need put a shit load off adverts on T.V and let everyone know
Aye and let people know about the software problems on the auto's leaving the car undrivable
@@garyconnolly7889 then don't get an auto
@@leestones9620 The entire car is crap - auto aside, the software in this car is diabolical. Fault after fault after fault - check out the forums, riddle with disgruntled owners increasingly drowned out by a few militant MG fanatics who won't have a bad word said. you're saving nothing buying one of these - the value plummets so fast you may as well just burn your money.
@@MarthaMansbridge thanks for the advise my missus was thinking off buying one in the near future
@@leestones9620 Please don't. We can hardly give our away and it's only 8 months old - lost £10k in value, 0% interest seemed attractive, now we know why. We've basically burned £300 a month and lost a further £10k in value - we could've rented a Range Rover for less money.
What a nice Chinese car
Yes it is.
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If this was hybrid or phev the I would be getting shut if my rav4 hybrid
Hybrid version due soon
Very true.
Cant wait for the mg hs to come to new zealand.
Thank you for the comment. Hope my video has wetted your appetite for the HS.
The back looks a bit like a Bmw x3...
Hi Magnum. It does a bit. But it’s still a handsome car
Has anyone towed a caravan with one
Great review but, aitch not haitch...
Thank you for the comment. Apologies, that’s the Celtic trying to escape. 😂
Just a bugbear of mine. Of course your excellent review far outweighs the 'aitch' issue!
Agree Jhonny when it comes to value for money cars they nailed it.
Why does the presenter look like a darts player🤣
Frankie goestohwood which is weird as I don’t play darts?! 🤷🏻♂️But I do look like a gorgeous bear! 😉
@@AutoBears What do you think of DS7?
@@AutoBears 🐻
The DS7 is a lovely car but have not yet reviewed one.
@@AutoBears DS3?
Better than my 30k Tucson 🤦♂️
Thank you for hour comment. The interior quality will surprise your Tucson. The Tucson has close to the same ride quality.
Not the compliance of a Karoq or 3008. 🤷🏻♂️