Global EV Comparison: Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 vs MG ZS EV Standard Range
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General Info
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €33990. The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €14900 on the used car market.
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) is a Liftback, whereas the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) is a SUV.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2022 | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | China, Indonesia, India |
| Body Style | Liftback | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €33990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €14900 | €13750 |
| GCC Score | 5 | 5.4 |
Range and Efficiency
While the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022).
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 274 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 311 km | 320 km |
| Range (GCC) | 262 km | 272 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 40.4 kWh | 51.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 38.3 kWh | 49 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km | 18 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.84 km/kWh | 5.55 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 5.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 75 kW, while the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) maxes out at 44 kW.
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW, whereas the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 44 kW | 75 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.9 | 3.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 130 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 174 hp |
| Motor Torque | 295 Nm | 280 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.7 s | 8.6 s |
| Top Speed | 165 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.9 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) has a longer body, while the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4470 mm | 4323 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2045 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1820 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1450 mm | 1649 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2581 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) features a larger trunk, but the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) has a towing capacity of up to 500 kg, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 (2019-2022) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Hyundai Ioniq Electric Gen 2 | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1602 kg | 1645 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 357 l | 448 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1417 l | 1166 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.1 | 6.4 |
