Mazda MX-30 Electric vs MG ZS EV Gen 1
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General Info
The Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €35990. The MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €17500 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | MG ZS EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2019-2021 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | China, Indonesia, India |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €35990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €13000 | €17500 |
| GCC Score | 4.8 | 5.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…).
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | MG ZS EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 161 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 200 km | 263 km |
| Range (GCC) | 161 km | 237 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 35.5 kWh | 44.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 30 kWh | 42.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.6 kWh/100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.37 km/kWh | 5.58 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.5 | 5.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 76 kW, while the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | MG ZS EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 76 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 3.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) has more power, the MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | MG ZS EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 107 kW | 105 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 143 hp | 141 hp |
| Motor Torque | 271 Nm | 353 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.7 s | 8.2 s |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 140 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.6 | 3 |
Dimensions
The MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…).
The Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | MG ZS EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4395 mm | 4313 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2035 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1795 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1555 mm | 1644 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2655 mm | 2585 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | MG ZS EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1720 kg | 1566 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 366 l | 448 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1171 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.6 | 6 |
