Your Buyers Guide To MG ZS EV

MG and the MG ZS EV are well on their way to becoming a key players in the UK's electric car market.

With it's brilliant range, value-packed interior, spacious boot, and performance, the MG ZS EV is one of the best and cheapest EV's on the roads today.

So, if you're considering upgrading to an MG ZS EV, here is what you need to know.

What powertrains are available?

MG only currently offers one single powertrain on the ZS EV, but it's a great all-rounder that is designed for multiple situations such as driving around town, taking the back roads and fast-paced motorway driving.

With an electric motor producing 141bhp and 260Nm of torque, the ZS EV can go from 0-60mph in just 8.3 seconds, while reaching a top speed of 87mph.

It also features a 44.5kWh battery, which delivers a combined electric range of 163 miles, though in the city a claimed 231 miles between charges is said to be possible in the most efficient driving.

In terms of charging times, when plugged in using a 7kW home or public charger, the battery can be topped up in 6.5 hours, while if you rapidly charge it using a 50kW unit, it takes as little as 40 minutes.

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What specifications are available on the ZS EV?

Currently, only two specs are available for the ZS - an Excite & Exclusive trim.

MG ZS EV Excite - £26,095 (including plug-in car grant)

The standard model of the ZS EV range, the Excite, comes with some pretty good equipment for a base model.

You can expect to find an 8" touchscreen display, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, electric parking brake. rear parking sensors, sat nav, air conditioning, MG Pilot driver assistance pack, which includes features like adaptive cruise control, traffic sign recognition and lane keep assist, and 17" diamond cut alloy wheels to finish off the outside of the ZS EV.

MG ZS EV Exclusive - £28,595 (including plug-in car grant)

Upgrade to the top-spec model and you will benefit from additions such as heated front seats, rain-sensing wipers, rear parking camera, roof rails for added storage, blind spot detection, leather style upholstery, and a gorgeous opening panoramic sky roof to breathe more light into the cabin of the MG ZS EV.

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MG ZS EV Full In-Depth Review

Still unsure? Watch the video below (it's only 8 minutes) when our Innovation Specialist Miles Roberts gives you an in-depth review of the MG ZS EV and what it can do for you.