Global EV Comparison: MG ZS EV Gen 1 vs 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 MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €12145 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | MG ZS EV Gen 1 | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2021 | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Indonesia, India | China, Indonesia, India |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €33990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €12145 | €13750 |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 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 MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021).
| Property | MG ZS EV Gen 1 | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 263 km | 320 km |
| Range (GCC) | 237 km | 272 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 44.5 kWh | 51.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 42.5 kWh | 49 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km | 18 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.58 km/kWh | 5.55 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.1 | 5.4 |
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 MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) maxes out at 75 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 6.6 kW.
| Property | MG ZS EV Gen 1 | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 76 kW | 75 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.7 | 3.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) has more power, the MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | MG ZS EV Gen 1 | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 105 kW | 130 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 141 hp | 174 hp |
| Motor Torque | 353 Nm | 280 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 s | 8.6 s |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) and MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | MG ZS EV Gen 1 | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4313 mm | 4323 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1809 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1644 mm | 1649 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2585 mm | 2581 mm |
Cargo and Towing
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 MG ZS EV Gen 1 (2019-2021) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | MG ZS EV Gen 1 | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1566 kg | 1645 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 448 l | 448 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1166 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.9 | 6.4 |
