Global EV Comparison: Kia EV3 Long Range vs MG ZS EV 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 Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) has a starting price of €41390, compared to the MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…), which starts at €37990.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Kia EV3 Long Range MG ZS EV Long Range
Years of Production 2024-… 2021-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture South Korea China, Indonesia, India
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU, USA EU
Price Europe (New) €41390 €37990
Price Europe (Used) - Price Europe (Used) €19870
GCC Score 6.5 5.8

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 Long Range (2021-…).

Property Kia EV3 Long Range MG ZS EV Long Range
Range (EPA) 501 km - Range (EPA)
Range (WLTP) 600 km 440 km
Range (GCC) 493 km 374 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 81.4 kWh 72.6 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 78 kWh 68.3 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 15.8 kWh/100 km 18.3 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 6.32 km/kWh 5.48 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 8.6 6.3

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 Long Range (2021-…) maxes out at 94 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 Long Range (2021-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.

Property Kia EV3 Long Range MG ZS EV Long Range
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 7.4 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 135 kW 94 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 6.3 4.8

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 Kia EV3 Long Range MG ZS EV Long Range
Drive Type FWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 150 kW 115 kW
Motor Power (hp) 201 hp 154 hp
Motor Torque 283 Nm 280 Nm
0-100 km/h 7.7 s 8.4 s
Top Speed 170 km/h 175 km/h
Performance Score 3.6 3.4

Dimensions

The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the MG ZS EV Long 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 Kia EV3 Long Range MG ZS EV Long Range
Length 4300 mm 4323 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1850 mm 1809 mm
Height 1560 mm 1649 mm
Wheelbase 2680 mm 2581 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 Long 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 Long Range (2021-…).

Property Kia EV3 Long Range MG ZS EV Long Range
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 1950 kg 1695 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 460 l 448 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 1250 l 1166 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 25 l - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 1000 kg 500 kg
Cargo and Towing Score 6 6.3
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