Video Summary
Here is a summary of the electric car review:- The original MG ZS EV set a precedent for electric value.
- The long-range version has significantly more range.
- The fake front grill is replaced by a textured, solid panel.
- It features a larger 72.6 kWh battery, whereas the original had 44.5 kWh.
- A new standard range version with a slightly bigger battery will be released next year.
- It has the iSmart app, enabling charging control and vehicle status checks.
- Trim names changed to SE and Trophy. A Connect version of the Trophy is also available.
- The Trophy is £2,500 more than the SE, with Connect adding a further £500.
- All trims come with MG Pilot, a 10.1-inch infotainment screen, and access to the iSmart app.
- All trims come with a 360-degree parking camera.
- The Trophy adds wireless phone charging, heated leather-style seats, and a panoramic sunroof with rain-sensing wipers.
- The basic color is white; other colors are available for additional fees.
- It comes with 17-inch diamond-cut alloys; there are no other wheel options.
- The general look hasn't changed much and remains a fairly standard-looking SUV.
- Headlights are now LED-based with daytime running characteristics.
- The interior looks similar to the original car; however, the infotainment screen is larger, and the dashboard display is digital.
- This model features comfortable seats, but the central console makes it a little enclosed.
- Standard electrical controls are for the driver's seat; the passenger seat is mechanical.
- There are many storage features and a wireless phone adapter.
- The glove compartment is medium size.
- All exterior seats have ISOFIX points.
- The boot has a 470-liter capacity.
- It is rated for 500 kg towing.
- Average efficiency ranges from 3.5 miles to 4.8 miles per kWh.
- It takes 10.5 hours to charge AC and 42 minutes for DC.
- As with the MG5, MG has upgraded their safety tech.
- The Long Range provides more range for under £30,000, making it good value.
