MG GROUP TEST: MG4 vs MG5 vs MG ZS - which is right for YOU? | Electrifying

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The MG4, MG5 and MG ZS long-range electric cars cost about the same but are different.

The MG4 has the most modern styling.

The MG5’s side profile is a bit awkward.

The MG ZS, a mid-size SUV, does not have anything offensive in terms of style.

The MG4 and MG5 offer more recent interior designs which feel fresher.

Although the MG ZS is functional, it doesn't have the same amount of space as the two newer cars, but they are all well-equipped.

The two newer cars have a larger 10.25-inch screen.

All models come with an iSmart app.

The MG4 feels a bit bigger in the rear.

The MG5 wasn't designed from the outset to be pure electric unlike the MG4.

None of them come with a frunk.

They all get Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.

The MG4 has the smallest boot with the seats up at 363 liters.

It has a bigger total volume of 1177 liters with the seats folded than the ZS.

The ZS has a normal boot that’s 448 liters in size.

The MG5 has a large 479-liter boot with the seats up and a 1367-liter capacity with the seats folded.

The MG4 with 200+ brake horsepower is designed from the outset as an electric vehicle.

The MG4 is the heaviest, is rear-wheel drive and has the most power.

It's a small touch slower than the MG5 to 62 miles per hour but feels faster.

The MG4 is fun to drive with quick steering.

The MG5 is a bit quicker and has 154 brake horsepower.

It's a solid car to run around town.

Steering lacks feel and the break regen could be stronger.

The ride is a little chunky on bad roads.

The ZS has solid, rather than special, performance with front-wheel drive and 154 brake horsepower.

All three come with a seven-year warranty.

They all will perform well in the residual scheme, making the monthly cost quite cheap.

The MG4 fast charges with about 34 minutes from 10% to 80%.

There's good availability of both the MG4 and MG5, a little less on the ZS.

Overall, the MG4 gets the tip as the best package, better at charging, more efficient, better cabin space, and more modern.

The MG5 is selected if needing to carry larger items, but with all things considered, the overall choice is the MG4.

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