MG ZS | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | SAIC Motor |
Model code | ZS11 [1] |
Also called | |
Production | 2017–present |
Model years | 2018–present |
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Body and chassis | |
Class | Subcompact crossover SUV (B) |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
Related | Roewe RX3 |
Powertrain | |
Engine | |
Electric motor |
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Power output | List
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Transmission | |
Hybrid drivetrain | Parallel (VS HEV) |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,585 mm (101.8 in) |
Length | 4,314–4,323 mm (169.8–170.2 in) |
Width | 1,809 mm (71.2 in) |
Height | 1,611 mm (63.4 in) |
The MG ZS is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by the Chinese automotive manufacturer SAIC Motor under the British MG marque. Announced at the 2016 Guangzhou Auto Show in China, the MG ZS is the second SUV to be produced under the MG marque after the MG GS. It is positioned below the larger HS, and above the smaller MG 3 hatchback. [4] Since 2018, the ZS is available with a battery electric version called the ZS EV or EZS in China.
The ZS is currently the brand's best selling model in international markets. [5] As of December 2023 [update] , global cumulative sales reached 999,612 units (including petrol and electric versions), higher than any other MG Motor models. [6] [7] [8]
The ZS was launched in China in March 2017 and revealed at the 2017 Auto Shanghai Motor Show. It was also shown at the 2017 London Motor Show for the British market, and launched in Australia later that year. [9] [10]
The vehicle notably revives the name previously used for the MG ZS small family car which was produced by MG Rover between 2001 and 2005. Previously, MG planned to use the name MG XS for the vehicle in the United Kingdom to avoid confusion with the previous MG ZS, but this change of name was reverted shortly after its launch in the country. [11] It was also introduced as the MG Astor in India in September 2021. [12]
Sales of the ZS in the Chinese market ended since the 2022 model year, while exports are unaffected. [13]
In September 2019, the facelifted ZS was revealed in China at the Chengdu Motor Show. It features a redesigned front fascia with reshaped headlamps. At the rear, it received a redesigned rear bumper and taillamps. The interior received updated dashboard with a larger 10.1 inch infotainment screen with new 'Zebra 3.0' software, a new full LCD instrument cluster, and the mechanical parking has been replaced with an electronic parking brake. [5] [14]
The facelifted ZS features optional Level 2 autonomous safety features, such as lane-keeping aid and lane departure prevention, and an updated engine and transmission line-up.
The facelifted ZS was revealed on 24 March 2020 in Thailand, featuring 1.5-litre SAIC NetBlue Blue Core Power Technology I4 engine, eight speed CVT stepless, along with a package of driver assistance systems, six airbags and a 360-degree view monitor.
On 3 July 2020, the facelifted ZS was launched in the United Kingdom. It was shown to have a revised grille, new LED headlights, sportier front bumper and new front fog lights. The 1.5-litre engine with the five speed manual gearbox produces 105 hp (106 PS; 78 kW) and 141 N⋅m (14.4 kg⋅m; 104 lb⋅ft) of torque. 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) takes 10.4 seconds, with a top speed of 109 mph (175 km/h). [15] [16]
In September 2020, MG launched the ZS facelift as the MG ZST in Australia. The 'T' letter denotes the newly introduced turbo engine which is a 1.3-litre turbo petrol engine with 6-speed automatic gearbox and MG Pilot safety features. [2] [17]
In September 2021, the facelift version was introduced in India as the MG Astor and will be sold alongside the ZS EV. Several adjustments were made for the Indian market, such as a redesigned grille. [18]
In 2023, the MG ZS in facelift model were launched in the Taiwan market by importing to the country from China by China Motor Corporation, and later being locally assembled. The Taiwanese-market ZS engine is only 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine mated to a CVT. It has a Level 2 driver assistance (MG Pilot) equipment in a single specification.
The ZS has two petrol engines options, an updated SMTC developed version of the naturally aspirated 1.5-litre as found in the MG3, known in this guise as the NSE Plus (formerly just NSE) the updated engine is tuned differently in each market based on locally applicable emission regulations.
In China, for example, the engine is tuned to deliver 120 PS (118 hp; 88 kW) and 150 N⋅m (15.3 kg⋅m; 111 lb⋅ft) torque. In the United Kingdom, where the emission regulations are more strict, the engine delivers 106 PS (105 hp; 78 kW) and 141 N⋅m (14.4 kg⋅m; 104 lb⋅ft) of torque.
The second engine is a new turbocharged three cylinder engine, developed by SAIC in conjunction with General Motors. In China, it produces 125 PS (123 hp; 92 kW) and 175 N⋅m (17.8 kg⋅m; 129 lb⋅ft) torque, but in the United Kingdom, it produces 111 PS (109 hp; 82 kW) and 160 N⋅m (16.3 kg⋅m; 118 lb⋅ft) torque. [9]
A hybrid electric version was released in Thailand in July 2022 as the MG VS HEV. The VS features a redesigned front fascia and an updated dashboard design adapted from the Chinese market Roewe Lomemo. Total system output is rated at 177 PS (175 hp; 130 kW). [19] [20] In Thailand, two grades are available for the VS: D and X. [21] The VS was launched in Indonesia on 21 March 2024 in a sole variant, imported from Thailand, becoming the least expensive hybrid vehicle on sale in Indonesia. [22]
MG ZS EV | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | SAIC Motor |
Model code | ZS11 [23] |
Also called |
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Production | 2020–present |
Model years | 2019–present |
Assembly |
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Body and chassis | |
Class | Subcompact crossover SUV (B) |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
Related | Roewe RX3 |
Powertrain | |
Electric motor | |
Power output | List
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Transmission |
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Battery | 44.5/51.1/72.6 kWh lithium ion (EV) |
Electric range | 403 Km [24] |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,585 mm (101.8 in) |
Length | 4,314–4,323 mm (169.8–170.2 in) |
Width | 1,809 mm (71.2 in) |
Height | 1,625–1,649 mm (64.0–64.9 in) |
Kerb weight | 1,570–1,620 kg (3,461–3,571 lb) |
An all electric version made its debut as EZS at the 2018 Guangzhou Auto Show, featuring a 44.5 kWh battery, and a front positioned motor producing 143 PS (141 hp; 105 kW) or 150 PS (148 hp; 110 kW) and 350 N⋅m (35.7 kg⋅m; 258 lb⋅ft) to the front wheels. [25] [26] It is available in the United Kingdom, parts of Europe, Thailand, China, India, New Zealand, Australia and Pakistan. Except for China, the electric SUV is officially named as ZS EV, while the official name in China is EZS. [27]
It was revealed in Australia in November 2020 as the cheapest electric car in the market of all time. MG Australia predicted a sales target of 3,000 unit for the 2021 model year. [28]
In fall 2021, a facelift version arrived in Europe; it is scheduled to arrive in the UK in November 2021. Besides styling changes, it is also equipped with a larger, 72.6-kWh battery. At least in some markets, the manufacturer intends to introduce a smaller, 51-kWh battery version later. [29] [30] [31] It was also launched in India on 7 March 2022.
Fastcharge Port | CCS |
Fastcharge Power (max) | 80 kW DC |
Standard Charge | Type 2 |
Charge Power | 7.4 kW AC |
Range | 436 km/271 miles |
V2L | 2.2 kW |
The ZS made its UK introduction in November 2017, with three grades available: Explore, Excite and Exclusive. Engine options are a 1.5-liter petrol engine paired to a 5-speed manual, and a 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired to a 6-speed manual and automatic. [32] The facelifted ZS went on sale in the UK in July 2020, with the base grade 'Explore' dropped. [33]
The ZS EV went on sale in the UK in September 2019, with two grades: Excite and Exclusive. [34] The facelifted ZS range debuted in late 2021 with three grades: SE, Trophy, and Connect; all variants are powered by the 'Long Range' powertrain with 72.6kWh. [35]
MG Motors made its European debut starting in Norway in October 2019, with the ZS EV. [36]
The ZS was launched in Australia on 23 November 2017, with three grades available at launch: Core, Soul, and Essence, [37] [38] later on, the Core and Soul grades were renamed to Excite and Excite Plus grades. [39] In October 2021, the ZS range was reduced to the sole Excite grade. Engine options includes a 1.5-liter petrol engine and a 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol. [40]
The ZST debuted in Australia on 1 September 2020, it is available in four grades: Core, Vibe, Excite, and Essence. [41] [42]
The ZS EV debuted in Australia on 10 November 2020, as the cheapest electric vehicle in the Australia at the time. It is powered by either 51.1 and 72.6 battery packs, it is available in three grades: Excite, Essence, and Long Range. [43] The facelifted ZS EV debuted in September 2022. [44]
In 2021, 2022 and 2023, the MG ZS was the best-selling small SUV in Australia. [45] [46]
The ZS was launched in Thailand on 27 November 2017. The facelifted ZS range debuted in Thailand in March 2020. [47] It is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine, with 4 grades: C+, D, X, and V. [48]
The ZS EV debuted in Thailand in June 2019, [49] and the facelifted ZS EV in March 2022 at the 43rd Bangkok International Motor Show. It is powered by a 51.1 battery pack, with two grades: D and X. [50] [51]
The ZS was launched in the GCC countries in January 2018. It is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine, it is available in three grades; STD, MID and LUX. [52] The facelifted ZS was launched as the ZST in October 2020. The 1.3-litre turbocharged engine was added to the facelifted ZS, it is available in three grades; the 1.5-litre engine are STD and LUX and the 1.3-turbocharged engine is LUX. [53]
The ZS EV was launched in November 2019 and it is powered by the 44.5 kWh battery pack. The facelifted ZS EV was launched in August 2023 and it is powered by the 51.1 kWh battery pack. [54]
The MG ZS was launched in the Philippines on 18 October 2018, as part of the MG's re-entry to the country under a new distributor The Covenant Car Company Incorporated (TCCI). [55]
In October 2021, the facelifted ZS debuted in the Philippines, with the introduction of a flagship ZS Trophy variant. Three grades are available for the regular ZS: Style, Style Plus, and Alpha; powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine. paired with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic. [56] [57]
The ZS was launched in New Zealand on 25 February 2019, as part of MG's re-entry to New Zealand. At launch, two grades are available: Excite and Essence. Two engine options are available: a 1.5-litre petrol (for Excite) and a 1.aitre turbocharged petrol (for Essence). [58]
The ZST debuted in New Zealand on 1 September 2020, with two grades: Excite and Essence. [59]
The ZS EV was launched in New Zealand on 10 November 2020 in a sole variant. At the time of launch, it was first sub-$50k electric vehicle on sale in New Zealand. [60] In September 2022, the facelift ZS EV debut with two grades: Excite and Essence; powered by a 50.3 kWh battery pack. [61]
The ZS EV was launched in Singapore on 13 January 2020 at the 2020 Singapore Motor Show, in a sole variant. [62] The facelifted ZS EV debuted in Singapore on 16 January 2023 at the 2023 Singapore Motor Show, alongside the Singapore introduction of the MG 4. [63]
The ZS EV debuted in India on 23 January 2020, with two grades: Excite and Exclusive. [64] The facelifted ZS EV made its Indian debut in March 2022. [65]
The ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) version of the ZS made its Indian debut on 11 October 2021 as the MG Astor, with four grades are available: Style, Super, Smart, and Sharp. Engine options includes a 1.5-litre petrol engine paired with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic, or a 1.3-liter turbocharged petrol engine paired only with a 6-speed automatic. [66] [67]
The ZS was launched virtually on 24 March 2020 by MG Motors Indonesia due to the COVID-19 pandemic, coinciding with the introduction of the MG marque to the Indonesian market. At launch, two grades are available: Excite and Ignite. All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine paired to a 4-speed automatic. [68]
In September 2021, the facelifted ZS range was introduced with three grades: Activate, Ignite, and Magnify. [69] The ZS Liverpool FC limited edition variant was made available limited to 200 units in November 2021. [70]
The ZS EV made its Indonesian introduction on 15 April 2021 at the 28th Indonesia International Motor Show. [71] The facelifted version was introduced on 10 August 2023 at the 30th Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show. [72] The ZS EV was launched to the market in 10 January 2024 and is locally assembled at the SAIC-GM-Wuling Indonesia facility in Cikarang, Bekasi Regency. [73] It is available in two grades: Ignite and Magnify i-Smart.
The ZS was launched in Vietnam on 17 July 2020, with three grades: Standard, Comfort and Luxury; it is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine paired to a 4-speed automatic. [74]
In January 2021, the facelifted ZS debuted in Vietnam, with the Standard grade being dropped. [75]
The ZS was introduced alongside the MG 5 and HS in Mexico on 22 October 2020, marking the return of the MG marque to the Mexican market after 15 years. [76] At launch, two grades are available: Style and Excite. All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine paired to either a 5-speed manual or CVT (4-speed automatic used on pre-facelift models).
In November 2022, the facelifted ZS debuted in Mexico, with a new top grade called Elegance, available with the colour pack. [77]
The ZS was launched in Taiwan on 31 August 2023, by importing to the country from China by China Motor Corporation, and later the unit is locally assembled. Offered in a sole variant, it is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine paired to a CVT and is equipped MG Pilot 2.0 autonomous driving features. [78]
The ZS EV was launched in Malaysia on 27 March 2024 in a sole variant. [79]
The MG ZS scored a three star safety rating in the crash tests organised by Euro NCAP in December 2017, [80] while the electric MG EZS received a five star safety rating. [81] [82]
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Year | Sales | Total production [84] | |||||
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China | Thailand | Europe [85] | Australia | Mexico | |||
MG ZS | MG VS | ||||||
2017 | 768 [86] | 374 | 70,164 | ||||
2018 | 14,669 [87] | 5,376 | 112,159 | ||||
2019 | 14,410 | 9,872 | 3,729 [88] | 121,972 | |||
2020 | 28,091 [89] | 11,780 [90] | 19,676 | 5,494 [91] | 116,874 | ||
2021 | 15,253 [92] | 11,987 [93] | 18,423 [45] | 6,758 [94] | 152,432 | ||
2022 | 4,104 [95] | 6,856 [96] | 1,086 [96] | 22,466 [46] | 11,050 [97] | 174,665 [98] | |
2023 | 158 [99] | 4,287 [100] [101] | 1,711 [100] [101] | 29,258 [102] | 8,561 [103] | 251,346 [104] | |
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