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The MG ZS EV has three different grades available.The entry-level MG ZS EV Excite is priced at $44,990 drive away and includes LED lights, 17-inch alloy wheels, cloth trim on the inside, a 10-inch media screen, and digital instrumentation.
Stepping up to the Essence grade adds four grand and gets a big panoramic sunroof, leatherish trim, and heated seats.
The long range version is $7,000 more and adds 120 kilometers of driving range.
The long-range version adds tinted rear windows.
Alternatives to the MG ZS EV include the BYD Atto 3, which costs a little less in some specs. There are two versions, a standard range, and a long range.
Alternatives to the MG ZS EV include the MG 4, with new technology and different packaging. The most affordable version has a longer range than the long-range version of the MG ZS EV.
An alternative to the MG ZS EV is the Kia Niro, which is pricier but rated better on family friendliness and includes more safety features and a longer warranty.
The cargo capacity is 359 liters, but the boot floor can be lowered for more space. You can fit a pram and a couple of shopping bags or some luggage. There is a spot to store charge cables and a tire repair kit but no spare tire. There are also netted sections at the edge of the boot.
The interior includes red stitching, but there is a heavy use of black plastic.
The climate and fan have tactile controls, but the media system's menu is layered deep.
Lane keeping assist is a feature that can be turned off and will stay off, even after restarting the car.
The claimed energy consumption is 17.7kWh per 100km.
It uses a 72.6 kWh lithium-ion liquid-cooled battery pack in the long-range model. Shorter-range models have a smaller 51.1kWh battery pack.
The long-range version has 115 kW and 280 Nm of torque. The shorter-range models have 130kW of power.
Maximum charge rate DC is 80kW, allowing the EV to charge from 0 to 80% in about 63 minutes.
For charging at home, MG offers a 7 kW and 11 kW wall box options.
The Pre-facelift version of the ZS EV had a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. The current model does not.
It includes autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane-keeping assistance, and a surround-view camera. It has dual front airbags, front side airbags, and full-length curtain coverage.
There is 14 years/280,000km capped price servicing and a 7 year warranty, including 7 year battery coverage. The average service cost is $315 per year.
While there is EV torque, the roll-on acceleration is not the quickest.
The ride can be "pitchy" and the steering doesn't feel fluid at low speeds. The ride and handling could be better, and there is no reach adjustment on the steering wheel.
Overall, while it is not the best electric car to drive, it still may be the right choice for someone that doesn't put much emphasis on that.
