The All-Electric MG ZS EV SUV: The Complete Guide For The UK

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Overview

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MG Motor UK Limited (MG Motor), is a UK headquartered British automotive manufacturer, now owned by the Chinese automotive company, SAIC Motor (December 2007). SAIC is owned by the Chinese government and headquartered in Shanghai. MG was owned by MG Rover up to 2005, before the collapse of the company. The history of the company can be traced back to 1924 to its founding in Oxford (UK). MG was founded by Cecil Kimber, a motor car designer.

MG cars are no longer manufactured at the historic Longbridge plant in the UK. Instead, production takes place in China and other international markets (China, India, Thailand, Indonesia and Taiwan). MG vehicles are now designed and developed by SAIC (SAIC owns a number of brands, to include: IM, Maxus, Rising Auto, Baojun, Roewe, Wuling, Hongyan and Sunwin. The MG brand is known as ‘Míngjué‘ in China. MG continues to grow in strength, and in 2023 sold over 840,000 vehicles globally. The automotive company currently has the following battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs):

• All-electric MG ZS EV
• All-electric MG4 EV
• All-electric MG5 EV
• All-electric MG Cyberster
• MG HS Plug-In Hybrid

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The All-Electric MG ZS EV SUV

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The pure electric MG ZS EV was unveiled in 2016 at the Guangzhou Auto Show. The e-SUV was launched in 2017 in China. Since its launch in the UK, the MG ZS EV has always had a decent proposition on offer, in particular, for those families seeking affordability and ‘value for money’ in a pure electric family car.

However, with the 2022 update of the electric vehicle (EV), the proposition has become even stronger for those families and company-car drivers seeking an affordable and practical electric car. As part of the 2022 update, MG updated both the size of the EV battery and introduced a second EV battery choice. The MG ZS EV is now available in two EV battery sizes: 51.1 kWh and 72.6 kWh (Long Range). Before the update the EV was only available in one battery size (44.5 kWh).

The choice of two EV battery sizes increases the potential customer base, as not every EV driver needs a large onboard EV battery and long electric range. Both battery sizes offer a useful and practical pure electric range. The 51.1 kWh has a range up to 198 miles (WLTP), while the 72.6 kWh offers a range up to 273 miles (WLTP).

Even adjusting for real-world driving conditions, both options remain useful! For the 51.1 kWh expect a real-world emission-free e-range closer to 170 miles, while for the larger battery, 235 miles will be more realistic.

The MG EV incorporates a single-phase (7 KW AC) onboard charger. More than adequate for EV home charging in the UK, given that the majority of homes have single-phase power supply. The 51.1 kWh EV can be fully charged in 8 hours using a dedicated residential EV charger like easee. The MG ZS EV Long Range can be full charged in 10 hours and 30 minutes.

We at e-zoomed recommend charging overnight when the electricity prices are lower. We also recommend charging on a regular basis. This way charging times are reduced and regular charging is good for the long-term maintenance of the onboard EV battery. MG offers a 7 years or 80,000 miles warranty.

The MG ZS electric SUV also offers DC charging capability. Using a 100 kW DC rapid charger, the 51.1 kWh EV can be charged from 10%-80% in 36 minutes. The 72.6 kWh can be charged up to 80% in 42 minutes. Of course, a 50 kW DC charger will be slower: the 51.1 kWh can be charged up to 80% in 54 minutes, while the Long Range battery will take 63 minutes.

In terms of the exterior styling, the latest update has improved the appeal of the EV. However, neither the exterior or the interior is class-leading, but it gets the job done. MG offers a host of safety features (MG Pilot Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) and technology, to include: active emergency braking with pedestrian and bicycle detection, lane keep assist with lane departure warning system, traffic jam assist, intelligent speed limit assist, blind spot detection with lane change assist, 10.1″ colour touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 360o parking camera and more. The EV is practical for front and rear seat passengers. The available boot space is 470 L.

In terms of performance, the front-wheel drive MG ZS EV achieves 0-60 mph in 8.0 seconds for the standard EV battery. The Long Range is a little slower and achieves 0-60 mph in 8.2 seconds. The EV delivers a maximum power up to 176 PS (torque: 280 Nm). The top speed is 108 mph.

The EV is suitable for both families and company-car drivers. Company-car drivers can take advantage of the lower Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax rate for electric cars. Bottom-line, electric driving is good for the environment and the wallet. 

You can lease electric vehicles (EVs) via e-zoomed at very competitive prices!

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PROS	CONS
An affordable family electric car	Driving performance will not set the heart racing
Available in two EV battery sizes	Only available as front-wheel drive
Decent pure electric range	Interior quality can be improved

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The All-Electric MG ZS EV SUV (credit: MG)

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At A Glance
EV Type:	Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Body Type:	SUV
Plug-In Car Grant (PiCG):	Not Available
Engine:	Electric
Available In UK:	Yes

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£ Variants (4 Options)
MG ZS EV SE (from £29,495)
MG ZS EV Trophy (from £31,995)
MG ZS EV SE Long Range (from £31,995)
MG ZS EV Trophy Long Range (from £34,495)

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EV Battery & Emissions
EV Battery Type:	Lithium-ion
EV Battery Capacity:	Available in two battery sizes: 51.1 kWh/72.6 kWh
Charging:	100 kW DC Rapid Charging. Onboard charger: 7 kW AC
Charge Port:	Type 2
EV Cable Type:	Type 2
Tailpipe Emissions:	0g (CO2/km)
EV Battery Warranty:	7 years or 80,000 miles

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Average Cost Of Residential Charging
Battery net capacity : 16.7 kWh	£2.40
Battery net capacity : 30.0 kWh	£4.32
Battery net capacity : 39.2 kWh	£5.64
Battery net capacity : 45.0 kWh	£6.48
Battery net capacity : 50.0 kWh	£7.20
Battery net capacity : 64.0 kWh	£9.22
Battery net capacity : 71.0 kWh	£10.22
Battery net capacity : 77.0 kWh	£11.09
Battery net capacity : 90.0 kWh	£12.96
Battery net capacity : 100.0 kWh	£14.40

• Note 1: The average cost of residential electricity in the UK varies depending on the region, supplier and type of energy used. An average for the UK is 14.40 p/kWh.
• Note 2: Not all EV manufactures make available the data on net EV battery capacity, and in a number of instances the EV battery capacity advertised, does not state if it is gross or net capacity. In general, usable EV battery capacity is between 85% to 95% of the gross available capacity.

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Charging Times (Overview)
Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW):	6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC)
Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW):	3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging AC (43 kW):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging DC (50 kW+):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Ultra rapid charging DC (150 kW+):	0-80% : 20 mins to 40 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Tesla Supercharger (120 kW – 250 kW):	0-80%: up to 25 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)

• Note 1: SoC: state of charge

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Dimensions
Height (mm):	1625 – 1649
Width (mm):	1809
Length (mm):	4323
Wheelbase (mm):	2581
Turning Circle (m):	11.2
Boot Space (L):	470

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MG ZS EV
EV Battery Capacity:	51.1 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	198 miles
Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100km):	17.3
Charging:	100 kW Rapid Charging (10%-80%: 36 mins). Onboard charger: 7 kW AC (0%-100%: 8 hrs)
Top Speed:	108 mph
0-60 mph:	8.0 seconds
Drive:	Front-wheel drive (FWD)
Electric Motor (kW):	N/A
Maximum Power (PS):	176
Torque (Nm):	280
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	5
Doors:	5
Kerb Weight (kg):	1,570 – 1,610
Colours:	4
NCAP Safety Rating:	Five-Star

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MG ZS EV Long Range
EV Battery Capacity:	72.6 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	273 miles
Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100km):	17.8
Charging:	100 kW Rapid Charging (10%-80%: 42 mins). Onboard charger: 7 kW AC (0%-100%: 10.5 hrs)
Top Speed:	108 mph
0-60 mph:	8.2 seconds
Drive:	Front-wheel drive (FWD)
Electric Motor (kW):	N/A
Maximum Power (PS):	156
Torque (Nm):	280
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	5
Doors:	5
Kerb Weight (kg):	1,620
Colours:	4
NCAP Safety Rating:	Five-Star

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