MG ZS EV Australian Models, Pricing and Specifications
(Note: Prices are indicative Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) before on-road costs and state/territory incentives, and may vary. Check with MG Motor Australia or local dealers for the most current pricing.)
Model Variants and Australian Pricing
- Excite: Starting from approx. $40,990
- Essence: Starting from approx. $43,990
- Long Range: Starting from approx. $49,990
Powertrain, Performance and Platform
- Powertrain options: Single motor, front-wheel drive for all variants.
- Motor Type: Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
- Power: Excite/Essence (Standard Range): 130 kW Long Range: 115 kW
- Torque: Excite/Essence (Standard Range): 280 Nm Long Range: 280 Nm
- Acceleration (0-100 km/h): Excite/Essence (Standard Range): 8.2 seconds Long Range: 8.5 seconds
- Platform Architecture (Voltage): 400V architecture
Range and Efficiency
- Range (WLTP): Excite/Essence (Standard Range): 320 km combined (approx. 290 km real world), Long Range: 440 km combined (approx. 395 km real world).
- Energy consumption/efficiency (WLTP): Excite/Essence (Standard Range): 17.1 kWh/100km Long Range: 17.7 kWh/100km
Battery Capacity and Chemistry
- Battery Size Options (Usable): Excite/Essence (Standard Range): 50.3 kWh Long Range: 68.3 kWh (Nominal 72.6 kWh)
- Battery Chemistry: Standard Range: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) Long Range: Nickel Cobalt Manganese (NCM)
- Battery Position: Underfloor
Charging Capability
- AC Fast (Level 2) home: Up to 11 kW (Type 2 connector)
- DC Ultra rapid (Level 3): Standard Range: Up to 80 kW peak (CCS2 connector) Long Range: Up to 80 kW peak (CCS2 connector)
- 10-80% Charge Time (DC): Standard Range: Approx. 54 minutes (at 50kW charger) Long Range: Approx. 63 minutes (at 50kW charger)
- (Note: Faster times possible on higher-power chargers, though limited by the car’s peak rate)
- Portable Charger Supplied (Y/N): Yes (Typically a Mode 2 charger for standard 10 amp wall outlets)
Seating, Luggage and Carrying Capacity
- Seating capacity: 5
- Child Seat Options: 2x ISOFIX points (rear outer seats), 3x Top Tether points (rear)
- Maximum Cargo/Luggage Volume: Rear (Boot only): 359 litres (with seats up, floor in lower position)
- Rear (Boot and Seat): 1187 litres (with rear seats folded down)
- Front Trunk (Frunk): No
Towing and Roof Rack Capability
- Unbraked Towing: 500 kg
- Braked Towing: 500 kg
- Tow ball Download limit: 50 kg
- Roof Load (Rails): 75 kg (Roof rails standard on Essence and Long Range)
Safety and Drivers Assistance
- Airbags: 6 (Front driver & passenger, front side, full-length curtain)
- Advanced driver assistance systems (MG Pilot); Standard across range, includes:
- Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian and Bicycle Detection
- Lane Keep Assist (LKA) with Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Traffic Jam Assist (TJA)
- Intelligent High Beam Control
- Speed Assistance System (SAS)
- Blind Spot Detection (Essence/Long Range)
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (Essence/Long Range)
- Door Opening Warning (Essence/Long Range)
- Active Safety: Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Hill Launch Assist, Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
Wheels, Tyres and Suspension
- Wheel Sizes: 17-inch alloy wheels (all variants)
- Tyre Brand: Typically Michelin Primacy (may vary)
- Spare Wheel Option: Tyre repair kit (no spare wheel)
- Suspension: Front: MacPherson strut, Rear: Torsion beam
- Brake Type (Disk/Drum): Front: Ventilated Discs, Rear: Solid Discs
Navigation, Entertainment and Sound System
- Screens: 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, 10.1-inch central infotainment touchscreen
- Speakers: Excite: 4 speakers, Essence/Long Range: 6 speakers with 3D sound effect
- Wireless Apple Carplay: No (Wired only)
- Wireless Android Auto: No (Wired only)
- Navigation: Built-in satellite navigation standard on all models
- Other: AM/FM/DAB+ Radio, Bluetooth connectivity, MG iSMART app connectivity (remote functions, standard on all models)
Climate Control
- Heat Pump Included: No (uses PTC heater)
- Front seat Ventilation: No
- Rear seats/cabin Vents: Yes (standard on all models)
- Climate Control Type: Automatic single-zone climate control
Vehicle to Load Capability (V2L)
- Interior AC Power outlet: No
- Exterior AC Power outlet: Yes (Requires separately purchased V2L adapter accessory, provides up to 2.2 kW)
General Features and Benefits
- Interior: Excite: Fabric upholstery, Essence/Long Range: PU & PVC synthetic leather upholstery, Heated front seats, 6-way power adjustable driver’s seat
- Sunroof: Panoramic sunroof (Standard on Essence and Long Range only)
- Exterior: LED headlights and taillights, LED daytime running lights
- Powered Tailgate: No
- Driving: Keyless entry and push-button start (standard), 3 driving modes (Eco, Normal, Sport), 3 levels of regenerative braking (KERS)
- LED Lighting: Standard front and rear
- USB Ports: Multiple USB ports front and rear (mix of USB-A and USB-C depending on position)
Dimensions and Weight
- Length: 4323 mm
- Width: 1809 mm (excluding mirrors)
- Height: 1649 mm (including roof rails where fitted)
- Wheelbase: 2585 mm
- Weight (Tare): Excite/Essence: Approx. 1598 kg – 1610 kg, Long Range: Approx. 1645 kg
- Ground Clearance: 161 mm (unladen)
Interior and Exterior Colours
- Exterior Colours (may vary, check current availability): Brighton Blue metallic, York White, Sloane Silver metallic, Diamond Red metallic, Pebble Black
- Interior Colours: Black (Fabric for Excite, PU/PVC for Essence/Long Range)
Country of Manufacture
- China
Warranty, Service Schedule and Incentives
- Vehicle/body warranty: 7 years / unlimited kilometres. UPDATED: for vehicles sold from 01 Aug 2024 is be 10-year/250,000km warranty for non-commercial use
- High voltage, traction battery: 7 years / unlimited kilometres. UPDATED: for vehicles sold from 01 Aug 2024 will be 10-year/250,000km warranty for non-commercial use
- Service schedule: Every 24 months or 40,000 km, whichever comes first
- Service costs: Capped price servicing available (check MG Australia website for current pricing schedule)
- Service Packs: Often offered at time of purchase, check with dealer.
- Roadside Assistance: Included for the duration of the vehicle warranty (7 years)
Summing up the MG ZS EV
The MG ZS EV stands out in the Australian EV market primarily due to its competitive pricing, making electric motoring accessible to a wider audience. While it may not offer the highest performance or longest range compared to some premium rivals, it provides a balanced package of practicality, decent range (especially in Long Range guise), standard safety features, and a comprehensive warranty. The MG ZS EV is being phased out and replaced by the MGS5, an updated SUV with newer tech and features – check it out in our EV Library.
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Original post: April 2025