Description
Pricing
The MG ZS EV can be bought directly from MG for around £25995 as standard, excluding any extras and upgrades.
Drivetrain and Performance
The MG ZS EV is an all-electric, 5 seater Crossover / SUV with Front Wheel Drive and Automatic transmission. It has a top speed of around 87mph and does 0-62 in 8.2 Seconds. It can produce a maximum torque of around 260lb-ft.
Range and Efficiency
The average range you can expect from the MG ZS EV on a full charge is around 163 Miles and the energy efficiency is around 310 Watt hours per mile (Wh/mi). Both of these figures were calculated by the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP).
The range and efficiency you get from the car will vary considerably, depending on a wide variety of factors such as: Driving style, weather, quality of road, traffic, cargo load, passenger load, tyre pressure, use of creature comforts such as air conditioning, heating, music and use of charge sockets.
Battery and Charging
The MG ZS EV has a battery capacity of 44.5kWh, producing a maximum power output of around 105kW.
The fastest possible charge speed that the MG ZS EV can utilise from commercial charging stations (DC) is 260mph, whilst the fastest possible charge speed at home using a 7.4Kw charging station (AC) is around 18mph. The amount of power that can be drawn from each charging method equates to 76kW and 6.6kW respectively.
The MG ZS EV uses a Type 2 charging socket, located at the Front Middle of the vehicle.
Dimensions and Luggage Capacity
The MG ZS EV measures L4314mm x W1809mm x H1644mm in size and has a gross weight of 1966Kg, with an unladen kerbweight of 1566Kg.
It has a wheelbase of L2585mm, with a turning circle of 11.2m.
The MG ZS EV has a maximum cargo capacity of 0L and a maximum loading weight of 475Kg.
It can seat up to 5 people, has 5 doors and can carry 75Kg on its roof.
Safety
NCAP Rating: 5 (Adult Occupant Protection: 90 | Child Occupant Protection: 85 | Pedestrian Protection: 64 | Safety Assist: 70)