With a sensuous form and bold, sharp lines, the MG HS sets a great impression for the new-to-Singapore MG brand.

Those good looks also carry on into the cabin of the MG HS. Here, there's an abundance of soft-touch plastics, suede, leather and polished metal, all conspiring to give the SUV a premium, upmarket feel.

And it's all very practical as well, just what customers expect of an SUV. Taller individuals will find generous space here, even if relegated to the rear, and even further back yet, there's a handy 463 litres of boot space for all your luggage.

On the go, the MG HS continues to impress. There's a generous 160bhp and 250Nm of torque on offer from its 1.5-litre turbocharged unit, and there's even a rather cheeky 'Super Sport' button that makes the drivetrain hold on to revs a little longer, perfect for when you need to attempt a difficult overtake manoeuvre.

Once up to speed, you'll also find the car's comfort-biased suspension a great boon, easily soaking up bumps on the road, while noise, vibration, and harshness levels are all kept low. As a vehicle for which to conquer the daily drive to and from work, this MG HS is perfect for those looking for high comfort levels.

And as you're cruising on the highway, the MG HS also offers a sizable 10.1-inch infotainment display to admire, equipped with Apple CarPlay compatibility.

The MG HS is one impressive SUV that shows that great vehicles don't always have to come from long-established brands. For that, it takes this year's award for the SUV segment.