Global EV Comparison: MG ZS EV Standard Range vs Kia EV3 Long Range

Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA.
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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) has a starting price of €33990, compared to the Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…), which starts at €41390.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property MG ZS EV Standard Range Kia EV3 Long Range
Years of Production 2021-… 2024-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture China, Indonesia, India South Korea
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU EU, USA
Price Europe (New) €33990 €41390
Price Europe (Used) €13750 - Price Europe (Used)
GCC Score 5.3 6.5

Range and Efficiency

The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…).

Property MG ZS EV Standard Range Kia EV3 Long Range
Range (EPA) - Range (EPA) 501 km
Range (WLTP) 320 km 600 km
Range (GCC) 272 km 493 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 51.1 kWh 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 49 kWh 78 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 18 kWh/100 km 15.8 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 5.55 km/kWh 6.32 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.3 8.7

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 135 kW, while the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) maxes out at 75 kW.

The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.

Property MG ZS EV Standard Range Kia EV3 Long Range
Max Charging Power (AC) 6.6 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 75 kW 135 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 3.9 6.3

Performance

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

Property MG ZS EV Standard Range Kia EV3 Long Range
Drive Type FWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 130 kW 150 kW
Motor Power (hp) 174 hp 201 hp
Motor Torque 280 Nm 283 Nm
0-100 km/h 8.6 s 7.7 s
Top Speed 175 km/h 170 km/h
Performance Score 3.4 3.5

Dimensions

The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) stands taller for a more elevated driving position. Despite these differences, their lengths are nearly identical.

The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property MG ZS EV Standard Range Kia EV3 Long Range
Length 4323 mm 4300 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1809 mm 1850 mm
Height 1649 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase 2581 mm 2680 mm

Cargo and Towing

The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…), but the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) doesn’t have one.

The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…).

Property MG ZS EV Standard Range Kia EV3 Long Range
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 1645 kg 1950 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 448 l 460 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 1166 l 1250 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) 25 l
Towing Capacity 500 kg 1000 kg
Cargo and Towing Score 6.4 6
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