Head to head · SUV
Kia Sportage vs MG HS
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the Kia Sportage comes out ahead of the MG HS, winning 2 of the 3 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Kia Sportage | MG HS |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £18,750 (2023, 27,000 mi) | £16,700 (2023, 25,500 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 63% | 63% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 72 | 76 · wins |
| Average mpg | 44 · wins | 43 |
| Insurance group | 15 · wins | 16 |
| Road tax / year | £200 | £200 |
| Typical annual service | £230 | £185 · wins |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
Sportage vs HS — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the Sportage or the HS?
The MG HS scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 76 against the Kia Sportage's 72 out of 100.
How much does a used Sportage cost compared with a HS?
A roughly three-year-old Kia Sportage is worth about £18,750 at typical mileage, against about £16,700 for the equivalent MG HS.